How to travel from Tampa to Los Angeles, United States of America

The distance between Tampa and Los Angeles is around 2,160 miles (3,475km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 40m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Tampa to Los Angeles by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Duration6h 40m
  • Flight time5h 25m
  • Typical cost
    $230
Operated by

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

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4 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to Atlanta then Dallas and then to Los Angeles.

  • Duration2 days 11h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $380
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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bus
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Orlando and then to Lafayette then take the train to Los Angeles.

  • Duration2 days 15h
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $330
Operated by

Multiple operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Los Angeles.

  • Duration1 day 15h
  • Distance2,527 miles (4,066km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Tampa and Los Angeles

There are several options for getting from Tampa to Los Angeles by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $230 and will take around 6h 40m.

The distance between Tampa and Los Angeles is around 2,160 miles (3,475km).

It takes around 6h 40m to get from Tampa and Los Angeles by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 15h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Tampa to Los Angeles is to fly which takes around 6h 40m and will set you back approx $230.

The cheapest way to travel between Tampa and Los Angeles, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $230 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Tampa and Los Angeles. We recommend that you fly from Tampa (TPA) to Los Angeles (LAX). instead which will take 6h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Tampa and Los Angeles. It typically takes around 2 days 11h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Tampa to Los Angeles. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Atlanta and Dallas. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 11h.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Tampa and Los Angeles. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 11h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Tampa and Los Angeles. Flights depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX). The flight takes around 5h 25m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Tampa and Los Angeles with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 5h 25m.

Alaska Airlines, Inc., American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines and Spirit Airlines fly between Tampa and Los Angeles. Flights depart from Tampa (TPA) and and arrive into Los Angeles (LAX). These flights usually take around 5h 25m.

The flight from Tampa to Los Angeles typically takes around 5h 25m. Flights depart from Tampa (TPA) and and arrive into Los Angeles (LAX).

The closest major airport to Los Angeles is Bob Hope Airport (BUR) (BUR) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Los Angeles. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) (LAX) and John Wayne Airport (SNA) (SNA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Tampa and Los Angeles. The distance is around 2,527 miles (4,066km) by road and it will take around 1 day 15h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Tampa to Los Angeles is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 40m and will usually cost around $230.

How do I get from Tampa to Los Angeles

Compare travel optionsbetween Tampa and Los Angeles

Transport options from Tampa to Los Angeles
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 4 similar
6h 40m
$230
every 30 mins3,513km (2,183 miles)
Fly to Burbank (BUR)7h 35m
$300
5 times a day3,521km (2,188 miles)
Fly to Long Beach (LGB)7h 50m
$355
hourly3,491km (2,169 miles)
Plane and Bus8h 20m
$300
every 30 mins3,475km (2,160 miles)
Plane and Train8h 20m
$265
every 4 hours3,503km (2,177 miles)
Bus
2 days 11h
$380
once daily4,493km (2,792 miles)
Bus and Train
2 days 15h
$330
6 times a week4,351km (2,704 miles)
Drive
1 day 15h
$250
on demand4,066km (2,527 miles)

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Airports near Los Angeles

The following major airports near Los Angeles offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

BUR
Bob Hope Airport (BUR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
12 miles (19km) from Los Angeles
LAX
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
International Airport
Distance
12 miles (20km) from Los Angeles
SNA
John Wayne Airport (SNA)
International Airport
Distance
34 miles (54km) from Los Angeles