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17 h 57 min
1721 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Tampa to Columbus

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Cheapest
By car (1 721 km)
17 h 57 min
1721 km.
from $94
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Other
Rideshare
17 h 57 min
1721 km.
from $22.45
Bus
27 h
1335 km.
from $348.65
Train, Bus
35 h 23 min
1336 km.
from $344.43
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport)
7 h 11 min
1335 km.
from $275.49
Bus, Plane (Line 300 bus to St. Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport)
5 h 17 min
1335 km.
from $232.63

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Tampa to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$765.41
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$765.41

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Tampa to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$420.98
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$420.98

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Tampa to John
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$548.54
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$535.79

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from St. Petersburg–Clearwater International Airport to Rickenbacker
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$95.68–$318.92

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Tampa to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
31h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.57–$433.73

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$82.92
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.44–$229.62
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
15h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.30–$318.92

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.84–$51.03
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.10–$140.33
Bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.14–$76.54
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.29–$44.65

Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 727-540-1900
Email:
Website:
psta.net
Bus from Marion Transit Parking Lot to Psta
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.28–$2.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Columbus is to drive which costs $173.91 - $271.74 and takes 16h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Columbus is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $141.30 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Columbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Columbus via Orlando Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h.

Is there a direct flight between Tampa and Columbus?

Yes, there are direct flights between Tampa and Columbus; these take 2h 15m and cost $141.30 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Tampa to Columbus?

The distance between Tampa and Columbus is 1373 km. The road distance is 1628.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Columbus without a car is to bus which takes 27h and costs $76.09 - $543.48 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Tampa to Columbus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Columbus bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Tampa to Columbus?

The best way to get from Tampa to Columbus is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $141.30 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $543.48 and takes 27h.

Where does the Tampa to Columbus bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampa to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Columbus is 1629 km. It takes approximately 16h 50m to drive from Tampa to Columbus.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tampa to Columbus?

Book your Tampa to Columbus bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 489+ hotels available in Columbus. Prices start at $48.62 per night.
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