Raleigh to Tampa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

585.4 miles 942.1 km · straight line
649 miles actual route 1044.4 km · driving distance
12h 8min estimated drive time
$62 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
204° SSW bearing direction

How far is Raleigh from Tampa?

The distance from Raleigh to Tampa is 585.4 miles (942.1 km) as the crow flies. Tampa is located SSW of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 649 miles, taking about 12h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Tampa in Florida.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Raleigh and Tampa. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Raleigh to Tampa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 8min $62 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 34min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~15h 46min $78–$227* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Raleigh & Tampa

Quick Facts

Raleigh
35.78°N, 78.64°W
America/New_York
96m elevation
Tampa
27.95°N, 82.46°W
America/New_York
15m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 195 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM