Find train tickets to Tampa
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Cheapest day | Thursday |
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Most expensive day | Wednesday |
Average price (round-trip) | $90 |
Average price (one-way) | $58 |
Top tips for finding Tampa train tickets
- Amtrak’s Silver Star regional trains to Tampa Union Station connect the city with several other destinations throughout the state of Florida in addition to traveling north as far as Washington, DC, and even New York when connected to the Silver Meteor and Palmetto trains. Passengers onboard the Silver Star train can choose either coach seating or sleeper car rooms, which feature greater privacy and increased dining options.
- Passengers taking the train to Tampa Union Station can anticipate modern amenities at the station, which include free public Wi-Fi for certain local network customers, restrooms, vending machines, and an ATM. If you are not a local network subscriber, wireless internet access can still be had at the station for a small fee.
- There are many exciting day trip destinations within reach when you book a ride from Amtrak to Tampa. For example, the Silver Service train to Tampa also connects to Orlando and its famous Disney World theme park. Expect the ride from Tampa to Orlando to cost about $25 and take just under 2h.
- You’ve got your train tickets to Tampa, but how will you get around town? Thankfully, KAYAK makes it easy to also book a car rental, which can be delivered right to the Tampa Union Station so you can get right off the train and get right on your way.
- Looking for cheap train tickets to Tampa? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to Tampa for the following prices or less: From Orlando $24, from Winter Park $25, from West Palm Beach $63
- Tampa's most searched train station on KAYAK is Tampa. It is located in the city center.
- You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel to Tampa in the morning.
FAQs when traveling to Tampa by train
What is the most popular train station in Tampa?
Tampa is the most searched station in Tampa by KAYAK users.
Which train companies travel to Tampa?
Amtrak is the only train company serving Tampa.
How long is the train journey to Tampa from the closest popular cities?
West Palm Beach to Tampa - 3h 56m
Hollywood to Tampa - 5h 02m
Fort Lauderdale to Tampa - 4h 48m
Winter Park to Tampa - 2h 45m
Orlando to Tampa - 2h 08m
Does the Tampa Union Station make any allowance for travelers with reduced mobility?
Yes, in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Tampa Union Station offers accessible amenities, such as wheelchair lifts, free handicap parking spots, accessible ticket offices, a waiting room, and restroom facilities. The platform is wheelchair accessible as well, and an accessible water fountain is provided in the waiting room for passenger convenience.
Can I bring my pet on the train to Tampa?
Yes, Amtrak does permit pets aboard its Silver Service trains to Tampa. Pets are limited to small dogs and cats that weigh no more than 20 pounds (including their traveling cases). When booking your reservation, a small pet fee will be assessed for each segment of your train journey. While pets are permitted on board Silver Service trains to Tampa, these animals are not permitted in First Class, sleeper cars, or dining cars. A total of five animals are allowed per train, so it is advisable to make your reservation early. Service animals, such as seeing eye dogs, etc., are permitted on all Amtrak trains without restriction.
Can I get to the Tampa Union Station via public transportation?
Yes, it is easy and affordable to take public transit to the Tampa Union Station by taking the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) Bus 12. Fares for this trip can be as low as about $2 for one-way trips, or $4 for a day-pass fare. Many taxis will also deliver you to Tampa’s train station on Nebraska Avenue.
Can I bring my bicycle with me on the train trip to Tampa?
Yes, bicycles weighing no more than 50 pounds may be brought on board Silver Star trains to Tampa. On this train, your bicycle will require an additional reservation and will be subject to a fee of about $20. Such bikes will be stowed in the baggage car by station staff. As an alternative, it is permissible to store your bicycle in a bike box and check it as luggage. Bike boxes are offered for sale at the Tampa Union Station for your return trip if needed. These boxes generally cost around $15, and once your bike has been placed inside, it can be checked for a small fee, usually about $10.
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