How to travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Miami, FL to Tampa, FL

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $370.

Distance: 205 miles (330 km)

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Driving

$97

Average price

$58

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Cheapest

$438

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$59

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 48m

Average total duration

5h 18m

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30m

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6h 50m

Average total duration

6h 20m

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4h 6m

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1h 6m

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4h 27m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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1.0 - 2.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL is a bus with an average price of $58 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL:

A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL costing on average $97 (€79).

A bus is $380 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL costing on average $438 (€355).

The fastest way to travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Tampa, FL take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 18m.

Bus takes on average 6h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Miami, FL and Tampa, FL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL among Omio's users.

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from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL

How to get from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 AM6h50
    Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL
    2:20 PMTampa, Marion Transit Center
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 AM6h50
    Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL
    2:20 PMTampa, Marion Transit Center
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1714
    10:54 PM1h05
    Miami International Airport
    11:59 PMTampa International Airport
    $4641One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak98 Silver Meteor · 6091 AMTRAK
    7:05 AM5h40
    Miami Station, Miami, FL
    12:45 PMUnion Station, Tampa, FL
    $811One-way
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak40 Floridian
    11:05 AM5h26
    Miami Station, Miami, FL
    4:31 PMUnion Station, Tampa, FL
    $1671One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:55 AM7h25
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    2:20 PMTampa, Marion Transit Center
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 AM7h05
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    3:50 PMTampa, Marion Transit Center
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 AM7h45
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    4:30 PMTampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1921
    8:53 PM1h07
    Miami International Airport
    10:00 PMTampa International Airport
    $4641One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1977
    8:15 AM1h08
    Miami International Airport
    9:23 AMTampa International Airport
    $4641One-way
    0 transfers
  • envoy airAA3999
    3:45 PM1h10
    Miami International Airport
    4:55 PMTampa International Airport
    $4641One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL

Travel to Tampa, FL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Miami, FL and Tampa, FL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL is a bus with an average price of $58 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL:

A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL costing on average $97 (€79).

A bus is $380 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL costing on average $438 (€355).

The fastest way to travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Tampa, FL take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 18m.

Bus takes on average 6h 20m.

The distance from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL is approximately 205 miles (330 km).
The average frequency per day from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL is:
  • Around 23 buses per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Miami, FL and Tampa, FL as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL:
  • Flights mostly depart from Miami International Airport and arrive in Tampa International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Miami Station, Miami, FL and arrive in Union Station, Tampa, FL.
  • Buses mostly depart from Miami, Airport Intermodal Station and arrive in Tampa, Marion Transit Center.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines to go to Tampa, FL by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Tampa, FL by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Pinkbus to go to Tampa, FL by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct flights per day with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 15 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound, Pinkbus.
Omio customers who travel from Miami, FL to Tampa, FL often also extend their vacation to go to Orlando, FL, New York, NY, Pinellas Park, FL, Fort Lauderdale, FL, West Palm Beach, FL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tampa, FL and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tampa, FL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Tampa, FL, you can visit the historic Henry B. Plant Museum, explore Hyde Park Village, or catch a Tampa Bay Buccaneers game at Raymond James Stadium. Take a boat tour of Tampa Bay, enjoy Clearwater Beach, and explore Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and The Florida Aquarium. Walk along the Tampa Riverwalk, experience Ybor City's vibrant nightlife, and visit the Tampa Museum of Art.
For a well-rounded experience in Tampa, FL, 3 to 4 days are generally sufficient to explore major attractions such as Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, and the Tampa Riverwalk, along with time to enjoy local dining and shopping.
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