Gainesville, Florida to Tampa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gainesville, Florida from Tampa?

The distance from Gainesville, Florida to Tampa is 117.8 miles (189.6 km) as the crow flies. Tampa is located S of Gainesville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 147.3 miles, taking about 2h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gainesville, Florida and Tampa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.