What is the cheapest way to get from Research Triangle to Tampa?

The cheapest way to get from Research Triangle to Tampa is to bus which costs $95 - $190 and takes 15h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Research Triangle to Tampa?

The fastest way to get from Research Triangle to Tampa is to fly which takes 2h 55m and costs $100 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Research Triangle and Tampa?

No, there is no direct bus from Research Triangle to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from RDU Airport at Terminal 1 and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via GoRaleigh Station, Raleigh Bus Station and Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 37m.

How far is it from Research Triangle to Tampa?

The distance between Research Triangle and Tampa is 600 miles. The road distance is 649.6 miles.

How do I travel from Research Triangle to Tampa without a car?

The best way to get from Research Triangle to Tampa without a car is to bus which takes 15h 37m and costs $95 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Research Triangle to Tampa?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Research Triangle to Tampa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Research Triangle to Tampa bus from?

Research Triangle to Tampa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Raleigh Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Research Triangle to Tampa?

The best way to get from Research Triangle to Tampa is to fly which takes 2h 55m and costs $100 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $190 and takes 15h 37m, you could also train, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 16h 36m.

Where does the Research Triangle to Tampa bus arrive?

Research Triangle to Tampa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Research Triangle to Tampa?

Yes, the driving distance between Research Triangle to Tampa is 650 miles. It takes approximately 11h 28m to drive from Research Triangle to Tampa.

Where can I stay near Tampa?

There are 1135+ hotels available in Tampa.

Research Triangle to Tampa - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Research Triangle to Tampa by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Tampa (TPA)RDU - TPA
2h 55m
$106–299
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Orlando Bus StationFlixBus N2472
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus StationFlixBus N2411 / ...
15h 37m
$95–186
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Cary to TampaFloridian
16h 36m
$95–216
Drive 645.9 mi
1. Drive from Research Triangle to Tampa645.9 mi
11h 28m
$118–171

Research Triangle to Tampa by bus

5Weekly Buses

15h 37mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 596.9 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Research Triangle, NC, USA and Tampa, FL, USA?

Breeze Airways, Delta, and three other airlines fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Tampa (TPA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from RDU Airport at Terminal 1 to Tampa Bus Station via Blount St at GoRaleigh Station, GoRaleigh Station, Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd, Raleigh Bus Station, and Orlando Bus Station in around 15h 37m.

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