Tampa to Tifton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

249.9 miles 402.2 km · straight line
312.4 miles estimated 502.8 km · driving distance
6h 17min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Tampa from Tifton?

The distance from Tampa to Tifton is 249.9 miles (402.2 km) as the crow flies. Tifton is located NNW of Tampa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 312.4 miles, taking about 6h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Tampa in Florida and Tifton in Georgia.

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. 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 Tampa and Tifton. 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.

How to Get from Tampa to Tifton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 17min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 32min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 58min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Tampa & Tifton

Quick Facts

Tampa
27.95°N, 82.46°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
Tifton
31.45°N, 83.51°W
America/New_York
107m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients