The Tampa Bay area is well known for its efficient transportation systems. There are three interstate systems, two expressways, three bay-spanning bridges and ample highways, including the Veteran's Expressway. Tampa International Airport was recognized in 1999 as one of the top 10 Best Airports in the world by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. The St. Petersburg/Clearwater and Sarasota/Bradenton international airports also offer alternative sources of air travel. Peter O. Knight Airport, located five minutes from Downtown, is an excellent destination for corporate flights and owners/pilots visiting Tampa for business or pleasure. The Port of Tampa is the seventh-largest port in the United States and moves more tonnage than all other Florida ports combined. Railroad services in the metro area are supplied by CSX Transportation and CSX Intermodal Passenger rail service, Amtrak, and Commercial Rail Service.
Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties public transportation consist of the following: Amtrak, bus and taxi services, and vanpools. Taxi service is available 24 hours a day. Amtrak, Greyhound and Hartline (local) Bus schedules vary. Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties public transportation consist of the following: Amtrak, bus and taxi services, and vanpools. Taxi service is available 24 hours a day. Amtrak, Greyhound and Hartline (local) Bus schedules vary.
There are many major road construction projects in process. While these efforts will help the mobility of our residents, and visitors in the long term, in the short term, there are major mobility difficulties due to the construction process itself. These projects are resulting in the average commute time of 45 minutes to 1 hour.
DIRECTIONS TO THE AIPORT FROM MACDILL
From MacDill's main gate continue north on Dale Mabry and turn left to Kennedy Blvd, and follow the signs to Tampa International Airport.