Tow Truck Service in Tampa, FL

$75 for the first 4 miles, then $19 per additional mile

Need a tow truck in Tampa? I Need Roadside provides local towing service through the same roadside platform. Local towing starts at $75 for the first 4 miles plus $19 per additional mile — towing is priced separately from our $49 core roadside services. Service is available 24 hours a day across Florida. Typical ETA: 10–20 minutes. You watch your provider come to you on a live map and pay in the app.

How I Need Roadside provides towing in Tampa

Some problems cannot be fixed at the curb. A vehicle that will not run, is unsafe to drive, or has damage beyond a roadside repair needs to be moved to a shop, a home, or a body shop.

Towing is priced by distance rather than as a flat service: $75 covers the first 4 miles and each additional mile is $19, so you can estimate the cost before you book. Tell dispatch where the vehicle needs to go and whether it rolls, steers, and brakes.

Your provider confirms the drop-off, loads the vehicle, and you follow the trip in the app. Payment is released after the vehicle is delivered.

When this isn't the right service: If a jump start, tire service, lockout, or fuel delivery would get the vehicle moving safely, that $49 service is cheaper than a tow.

Where Tampa calls come from

Most Tampa requests come from the same handful of places: highway shoulders and on-ramps at rush hour, store and workplace lots, residential streets where a car sat overnight, and downtown parking garages. Providers cover Tampa itself plus the surrounding Florida suburbs, and the rate does not change based on which of those you are stopped in.

Stopped on a highway or a busy road? Stay buckled with your hazards on and wait inside the vehicle while traffic is moving fast — read our roadside safety guides first.

How towing near me works in Tampa

1
See nearby providers

Open the map and see verified roadside pros already near you — no account needed to look.

2
Book $49 help

One flat $49 for roadside service, locked in upfront. Add-ons like tires, batteries, or extra tow miles are shown before you pay.

3
Watch them arrive live

Track your pro on the live map from acceptance to arrival. Typical ETA: 10–20 minutes.

4
Pay and release

Your money is held until the job is done. Confirm the work and release payment — no curbside haggling.

Towing coverage across Tampa

Westshore· 33607

This mixed-use district serves as a major commercial and business hub for Tampa. It features a blend of corporate offices, regional shopping centers, and high-density residential developments.

East Lake-Orient Park· 33610

This diverse area in East Tampa is a mix of residential neighborhoods and industrial corridors, featuring a range of single-family homes and business parks near Interstate 4.

University· 33612

This urban area known as University Square consists of a mix of residential zones and commercial corridors. It is home to the University of South Florida and major medical centers.

Town 'n' Country· 33615

This suburban residential district in western Hillsborough County features a mix of mid-century single-family homes, waterfront properties, and diverse commercial corridors.

Temple Terrace· 33617

This largely residential area northeast of downtown Tampa features a mix of suburban housing and green spaces along the Hillsborough River near the University of South Florida.

Clair-Mel City / Palm River· 33619

This diverse unincorporated area in Hillsborough County features a mix of established residential subdivisions, industrial corridors, and commercial hubs near the Port of Tampa.

Towing in Tampa — FAQ

How much does a tow cost in Tampa?

$75 covers the first 4 miles, then it is $19 per additional mile. You know the distance before you book.

Do you tow to any shop I choose?

Give the destination when you book. Mileage beyond the first 4 miles is billed at $19 per mile.

Can you tow a vehicle that will not roll or steer?

Say so when you book. It changes what equipment is needed, so your provider arrives prepared.

Do I need to ride along?

Usually not, but arrangements vary. Confirm with your provider in the app before the vehicle is loaded.

Is towing available 24/7 in Tampa?

Yes. Availability varies with how many operators are working nearby at that hour.

Can I split a tow bill into payments?

Klarna and Afterpay may be available at checkout for eligible customers. Those companies control eligibility, approval, and payment schedules.

Other roadside & towing services in Tampa

Need a tow in Tampa right now?

Request in the app and watch your helper come to you, or call live dispatch and we'll book it for you.