There are variety of ground transportation options between Tampa International Airport and surrounding destinations. Choose from various companies under public transportation, bus service, rental cars, shared ride and taxis.
On Airport Rental Car Companies are located across the walkway in the Red Baggage Claim Area and across the walkway in the Blue Baggage Claim Area. Off Airport Rental Car Companies that have courtesy vehicle service can be picked up from the Commercial Ground Transportation Quadrants located in all four corners of the Baggage Claim Level.
Taxi cab service is provided from the Commercial Ground Transportation Quadrants located in all four corners of the Baggage Claim Level.
The airport is served by Yellow Cab and United Cab. Both companies charge the same fares: $2 plus $2.25 per mile. The minimum fee from the airport is $15. Once the meter exceeds the $15, the minimum no longer applies.
There is a maximum flat rate fee of $25 to Downtown Tampa and the cruise port.
Taxi Companies
Listed below are the approximate distances from Tampa International Airport. Minimum fare from airport $15. Flat rate to downtown Tampa, $25. All other areas served on meter rates. Contact one of the taxi companies listed above for a fare quote.
| Tampa - Downtown | 9 miles |
| Tampa - Cruise Port | 9.5 miles |
| New Tampa | 29 miles |
| Busch Gardens | 16 miles |
| USF | 19 miles |
| Westchase | 14 miles |
| St. Petersburg | 20 miles |
| St. Pete Beach | 27 miles |
| Clearwater | 20 miles |
| Clearwater Beach | 20 - 25 miles |
| Brandon | 25 miles |
| Sarasota/Bradenton - Downtown | 45 - 65 miles |
| Saddlebrook | 31 miles |
| Sun City Center | 25 miles |
| Tarpon Springs | 26 miles |
| Disney World | 76 miles |
| Orlando International Airport | 92 miles |
| Orlando | 85 miles |
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit -- (813) 254-4278
HART Regional Transit is located at the East end of the Red Baggage Claim Curbside by Belt #15. The route map and schedule is located at the bus stop.
Greyhound --- (800) 231-2222
The Greyhound bus terminal is located in Downtown Tampa on 610 Polk Street near the corner of Pierce Street. Take a taxi or limo to the station. Please contact Greyhound for schedules and destinations.
Red Coach Inc. --- (877) 733-0724
The Red Coach provides scheduled bus service from Tampa International Airport to/from Miami – Tallahassee from ground transportation center Red 2. Go to www.redcoachusa.com for current schedule and fare information.
Alltour of America --- (866) 749-8687
Alltour of America provides scheduled bus service to/from Tampa International Airport from ground transportation center Blue 1 and several locations within the city of Orlando. Contact Alltour of America for current schedule and fare information.
Passenger pickups are located in the bus spaces in the Ground Transportation Quadrants. Drop offs are made at the Departure Level crossover drives.
SuperShuttle - Serving Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando Counties
(800) 282-6817 or (727) 572-1111
Service is provided from the Commercial Ground Transportation Quadrants located at all four corners of the Baggage Claim Level. Discounts for additional members of a group going to the same address and children. Rates include up to 3 pieces of luggage. See the representative in the kiosk for details.
| Hillsborough County | |
|---|---|
| Residential Service to: - Apollo Beach - Brandon/Valrico - Dover - Gibsonton - Lutz - Plant City - Riverview - Ruskin - Seffner - Sun City Center - Tampa |
$39 $34 $39 $34 $31-$34 $49 $39 $39 $39 $39 $12-$34 |
| Pinellas County | Residential Service to: - Clearwater - Dunedin - Largo - Oldsmar - Palm Harbor - Safety Harbor - St. Petersburg - Tarpon Springs - All Beach Communities |
$27 $27 $27 $27 $27 $27 $27 $27-$28 $28 |
| Pasco/Hernando Counties | |
| Residential Service to: - Brooksville - Holiday - Hudson - New Port Richey - Spring Hill - Land O' Lakes - Wesley Chapel - Zephyrhills |
$84-$90 $34 $40 $36 $64 $42 $49 $59 |
| Hotels/Resorts | |
| Direct Service to: - Don Cesar - Don Cesar Beach Club - Vinoy - Hilton Bayfront - Tradewinds Island Grand - Hampton Inn & Suites - Sheraton Sand Key - Marriott Sand Key - Clearwater Beach Hilton |
$25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 $25 |
The fares listed are not guaranteed. Please contact the service provider for exact fares.
For your convenience, please review the Frequently Asked Questions. If your question has not been addressed, please feel free to e-mail your inquiry to the Aviation Authority at Tampa International Airport via our inquiry form. We will respond to all comments and questions during regular business hours Monday - Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM EST.
If you need immediate assistance or Passenger Paging, please call (813) 870-8770 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Airport Information
813-870-8700
Airport Police
813-870-8760
Ground Transportation
813-870-8718
Lost and Found
813-554-1414
Passenger Paging
813-870-8770
Tour Information
813-870-8759
Mailing Address
Hillsborough County Aviation Authority
P.O. Box 22287
Tampa, Florida 33622-2287
Street Address
Hillsborough County Aviation Authority
4100 George J. Bean Parkway
Tampa, Florida 33607
Fax Number
(813) 875-6670
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