What is the cheapest way to get from Tampa to Sumter?

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Sumter is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tampa to Sumter?

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Sumter is to fly and bus which takes 7h 7m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Sumter?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Sumter. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Sumter via Orlando Bus Station and Florence. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Tampa to Sumter?

The distance between Tampa and Sumter is 569 miles. The road distance is 467.6 miles.

How do I travel from Tampa to Sumter without a car?

The best way to get from Tampa to Sumter without a car is to train and taxi which takes 12h 48m and costs $140 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Tampa to Sumter?

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Tampa to Sumter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Sumter bus from?

Tampa to Sumter bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tampa Bus Station.

Where does the Tampa to Sumter bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampa to Sumter?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Sumter is 468 miles. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Tampa to Sumter.

Where can I stay near Sumter?

There are 21+ hotels available in Sumter.

Tampa to Sumter - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Tampa to Sumter by plane, bus, train, taxi, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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 Tampa to Myrtle Beach, bus
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Myrtle Beach (MYR)plane TPA - MYR
2. Take the bus from Myrtle Beach, SC to Sumterbus
7h 7m
$132–505
Drive 464.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tampa to Sumtercar 464.9 mi
8h 6m
$85–123
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tampa to Camden Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the taxi from Camden Station to Sumtertaxi
12h 48m
$146–291
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Florence Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Florence to Sumterbus
14h 10m
$88–259
Fly Tampa to Columbia, bus
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Columbia (CAE)plane TPA - CAE
2. Take the bus from Laurel Sumter East to James E Clyburn Intermodal Transportation Centerbus
8h 47m
$116–706
Fly Tampa to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane TPA - CLT
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Columbiabus
3. Take the bus from Columbia to Sumterbus
8h 42m
$134–528
Train to Orlando, fly to Myrtle Beach, bus
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Myrtle Beach (MYR)plane MCO - MYR
3. Take the bus from Myrtle Beach, SC to Sumterbus
9h 11m
$135–418

Tampa to Sumter by bus

7Weekly Buses

14h 10mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 565.9 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Sumter, SC, USA?

You can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sumter via Orlando Bus Station, Florence Bus Station, and Florence in around 14h 10m.

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