Anna Maria, FL Road Trips

Sitting in Florida, Anna Maria, FL is a local road trip base with 6 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 58-mile quick runs to 253-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Anna Maria, FL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in Manatee County, Florida, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

6

Longest Drive

252.9 mi

Miami, FL

Quickest Drive

58m

St. Petersburg, FL

Plan Around Anna Maria, FL

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Anna Maria, FL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Hialeah, FL to Anna Maria, FL 244 mi · 4h 44m Orlando, FL to Anna Maria, FL 128.4 mi · 2h 42m St. Petersburg, FL to Anna Maria, FL 35.5 mi · 58m

Continue From Anna Maria, FL

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Anna Maria, FL to Miami, FL 252.9 mi · 4h 57m Anna Maria, FL to Jacksonville, FL 248.1 mi · 5h 5m Anna Maria, FL to Tampa, FL 57.6 mi · 1h 23m

Trips from Anna Maria, FL

Anna Maria, FL to Miami, FL

252.9 mi 4h 57m

Anna Maria, FL to Jacksonville, FL

248.1 mi 5h 5m

Anna Maria, FL to Tampa, FL

57.6 mi 1h 23m

Driving from Anna Maria, FL

The typical drive from Anna Maria, FL covers about 186 miles and takes around 3h 49m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 253 miles (5h 5m), while the shortest is just 58 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Anna Maria, FL most often head toward Miami, FL (252.9 mi, 4h 57m), Jacksonville, FL (248.1 mi, 5h 5m), and Tampa, FL (57.6 mi, 1h 23m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in FL currently averages around $4.15 per gallon. For the typical 186-mile trip from Anna Maria, FL, budget about $30 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 3 mapped routes leaving Anna Maria, FL and 3 routes heading into Anna Maria, FL, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 58 to 253 miles.

The longest mapped route from Anna Maria, FL covers 253 miles and takes approximately 5h 5m. Shorter options start at just 58 miles.

The average route from Anna Maria, FL runs about 186 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 49m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.15/gallon for regular), the average 186-mile trip from Anna Maria, FL costs roughly $30 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Anna Maria, FL include Miami, FL, Jacksonville, FL and Tampa, FL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Anna Maria, FL by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

850

Median Income

$98,938

Median Home Value

$1,148,000

Median Age

63.9

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Traveler Guide to Anna Maria, FL

Anna Maria Island is a barrier island on the Florida West Coast. It contains the cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach.

White sand beaches Beautiful sunsets Old Florida charm

1 Anna Maria Island Historical Society, 402 Pine Ave (junction of Pine Ave and Crescent Dr), ☏ +1 941 778-0492. A look at this island paradise in its original form when it was discovered by local Indian tribes the Timucan and Caloosan American Indian tribes and then by Spanish explorers. (updated Jul 2021) Fun and More Rentals, 5347 Gulf Dr, ☏ +1 941 462-2719, [email protected]. Bike and kayak rentals are available for rent with free delivery to your vacation home before you arrive. (updated Jul 2021) 2 Leffis Key Preserve, 2351 Gulf Dr S (southeast end of Anna Maria Island). 8AM–sunset. (updated Jul 2021)

1 Mr. Bones, 3007 Gulf Dr, ☏ +1 941 778-6614, [email protected]. Spare ribs. (updated Jan 2021) Ginny's and Jane E's, 9807 Gulf Dr, ☏ +1 941 778-3170, [email protected]. 7AM–4PM. Pastries and everything else. (updated Jan 2021) 2 Rod & Reel, 877 N Shore Dr, ☏ +1 (941 251-4740, [email protected]. Fresh seafood. (updated Jan 2021)

Island Vacation Properties, 3001 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, ☏ +1 941 778-1000. Offers Anna Maria Island vacation rentals on Florida's Gulf Coast. (updated Jul 2019) Anna Maria Vacations, 2306 Canasta Drive, Bradenton Beach, ☏ +1 941 778-3116, toll-free: +1-800-737-9855, [email protected]. Luxury apartments, condos and villas, each with private pool. From romantic hideouts to large family homes. (updated Jul 2019) Harrington House Bed and Breakfast, 5626 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, ☏ +1 941 778-5440, fax: +1 941 778-0527. (updated Jul 2019) Birds Nest Vacation Apartments, 403 Gulf Dr S, Bradenton Beach, ☏ +1 941 778-2431, toll-free: +1-866-756-7495. (updated Jul 2019) Beach House Real Estate, 5309 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, ☏ +1 941 216-3793. Vacation rentals. (updated Jul 2019) 1 Bamboo Apartments, 3802 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, ☏ +1 813 230-4577. (updated Jul 2021)

From Bradenton, take the Cortez Bridge. From 2-3pm it is often busy.

Anna Maria Island Trolley. Anna Maria Island has a free trolley service run by Manatee County Area Transit that travels the entire island, from Coquina Beach all the way to the public pier on the north side of Anna Maria City. Trolleys depart from the terminal stops 6AM-10PM daily, and take about 30 minutes to reach the end of the line. A schedule in PDF format is available.

Travel tips adapted from Anna Maria Island on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.