How to Travel from
San Francisco to Tampa
by Route or Car
Four ways to Travel from San Francisco to Tampa
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (4 673 km)
45 h 35 min
4673 km.
from $257
Other
Train
3 d 23 h 33 min
3856 km.
from $897.93
Train, Plane
10 h 17 min
3856 km.
from $326.63
Bus
2 d 20 h 10 min
3856 km.
from $783
Transport providers
Bus operators
Omnibus Express
Bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to El
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$127.57–$178.60
Greyhound USA
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Houston
Ave. Duration:
32h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$121.19–$701.63
Bus from Houston Bus Station to Orlando
Ave. Duration:
22h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.54–$446.49
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$82.92
Tornado Bus Company
Bus from El Paso to Houston
Ave. Duration:
13h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$165.84–$420.98
Bus from Houston to Tienda
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$204.11–$548.54
Flixbus USA
Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to Los
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.27–$127.57
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.84–$51.03
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
7h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$523.03
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$765.41
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
7h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.38–$382.71
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
7h 8m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$344.44–$510.27
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
7h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$446.49
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
5h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$574.06
Southwest Airlines
Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$178.60–$497.52
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.14–$701.63
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$216.87–$586.82
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Richmond to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.87–$765.41
Train from Chicago Union Station to Tampa
Ave. Duration:
40h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$165.84–$561.30
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Tampa?
The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Tampa is to fly which costs $76.09 - $239.13 and takes 7h 29m.
What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Tampa?
The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Tampa is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $76.09 - $239.13 .
Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Tampa?
No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Tampa station. However, there are services departing from San Francisco and arriving at Tampa Bus Station via Los Angeles Union Station, Houston Bus Station and Orlando Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.
Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Tampa?
No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Tampa. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at Tampa via Richmond and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 23h.
How far is it from San Francisco to Tampa?
The distance between San Francisco and Tampa is 3881 km. The road distance is 4673.6 km.
How do I travel from San Francisco to Tampa without a car?
The best way to get from San Francisco to Tampa without a car is to night bus and bus which takes 2 days 9h and costs $500 - $1195.65 .
How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Tampa?
It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from San Francisco to Tampa, including transfers.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Tampa bus from?
San Francisco to Tampa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Francisco station.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Tampa train from?
San Francisco to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.
Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Tampa?
The best way to get from San Francisco to Tampa is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $76.09 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $326.09 - $1195.65 and takes 3 days 23h, you could also bus, which costs $206.52 - $1195.65 and takes 2 days 20h.
Where does the San Francisco to Tampa bus arrive?
San Francisco to Tampa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Tampa?
Tampa is 3h ahead of San Francisco. It is currently 20:18 in San Francisco and 23:18 in Tampa.
Where does the San Francisco to Tampa train arrive?
San Francisco to Tampa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.
Can I drive from San Francisco to Tampa?
Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Tampa is 4674 km. It takes approximately 45h 59m to drive from San Francisco to Tampa.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco International Airport Airport to Tampa Airport?
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta offer flights from San Francisco International Airport Airport to Tampa Airport.
How do I get a bus ticket from San Francisco to Tampa?
Book your San Francisco to Tampa bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Tampa?
There are 995+ hotels available in Tampa. Prices start at $44.09 per night.
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