Opelika to Tampa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Opelika from Tampa?

The distance from Opelika to Tampa is 368.2 miles (592.5 km) as the crow flies. Tampa is located SSE of Opelika. By car, the driving distance is approximately 441.8 miles, taking about 8h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Opelika in Alabama and Tampa in Florida.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Opelika 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.