Train from Washington, DC, US to Tampa: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Washington to Tampa on 5 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Tampa

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 22 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just £78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
22h 39mAverage duration
817 milesDistance
120kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£78 - £332Average duration1d 5h
33kg CO₂e
Average price£78 - £318Average duration22h 39m
120kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Tampa by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Tampa?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Tampa start from £78. The average price for this train route is around £78. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Tampa?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Tampa is 22h 39m, covering a distance of 817 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 20h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Tampa route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Tampa?

    The earliest train from Washington to Tampa departs at 13:43. And the latest train departs at 13:48.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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01/12
£167
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£167
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04/12
£74
05/12
£110
06/12
£110
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£74
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Tampa was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £74

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Tampa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £74 to £547 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £74, which is on 2025-12-04.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Tampa?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US and Tampa is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £78 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £78. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Tampa, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Tampa in about 22h 39m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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