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Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
A leading art museum in Riverside with American and European works, sculpture gardens, and strong riverfront architecture.
Cheapest price on 30 Oct
£32
Average ticket price on 30 Oct
£35
Fastest journey on 30 Oct
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 30 Oct
5 h 55 m
Trains on 30 Oct
2
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tampa, FL to Jacksonville, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tampa, FL to Jacksonville, FL will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 2 trains from Tampa, FL to Jacksonville, FL, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Tampa, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 16:49. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 6:58 |
Last train 16:49 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Jacksonville, FL trains for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6098 Connecting Bus · 98 Silver Meteor | 9:25 Union Station, Tampa, FL | 6h26 | 15:51 Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 change | |
40 Floridian | 16:49 Union Station, Tampa, FL | 5h24 | 22:13 Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 0 changesdirect | |
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A leading art museum in Riverside with American and European works, sculpture gardens, and strong riverfront architecture.
A contemporary art museum in Downtown presenting rotating exhibitions, installations, and multimedia work in a modern riverside building.
A local history museum in the former Old St Andrews Church, covering Jacksonville’s growth, culture, and major turning points.
A riverfront neighbourhood known for boutiques, cafés, oak-shaded streets, and views back towards the Downtown skyline.
A lively historic district with independent shops, nightlife, murals, and walkable streets that show Jacksonville’s creative side.
A large urban park with formal gardens, broad lawns, river views, and space for walks near the Cummer Museum.
Jacksonville’s signature fish sandwich: fried or blackened local mullet on white bread. A simple coastal staple tied to old fish camps and the St Johns River.
Fresh local shrimp, often from nearby Mayport, boiled, fried or blackened. It is a defining regional catch and one of Jacksonville’s best-known seafood traditions.
A Lowcountry-style boil of shrimp, sausage, corn and potatoes, common in North Florida seafood houses and gatherings near Jacksonville’s coast and river communities.
Polished steakhouse and seafood spot in San Marco, known for oysters, steaks and a lively, upscale dining room.
Historic riverfront seafood restaurant known for local fish, shrimp and a classic old-Florida atmosphere near downtown.
Established barbecue restaurant with smoked meats, classic Southern sides and a relaxed neighbourhood feel.
Moderate for a US city: hotels and dining are usually lower than Miami or New York, but car use and limited public transport can raise visitor costs.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. In cafés, small change or $1 per drink is common.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampa, FL to Jacksonville, FL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Jacksonville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tampa, FL to Jacksonville, FL trains use the Union Station to Jacksonville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Tampa, FL and Jacksonville, FL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Jacksonville Station is 7 km from Jacksonville city centre. Public transport options include:
Jacksonville Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Jacksonville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Jacksonville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jacksonville Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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