Bradenton, FL Road Trips
Sitting in Florida, Bradenton, FL is a local road trip base with 12 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 24-mile quick runs to 311-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Bradenton, FL spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
12
Longest Drive
311.2 mi
Tallahassee, FL
Quickest Drive
33m
St. Petersburg, FL
Plan Around Bradenton, FL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Bradenton, FL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Bradenton, FL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Bradenton, FL
Bradenton, FL to Tallahassee, FL
Bradenton, FL to Miami, FL
Bradenton, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Bradenton, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Bradenton, FL to Gainesville, FL
Bradenton, FL to Palm Bay, FL
Bradenton, FL to Harlem, FL
Bradenton, FL to Orlando, FL
Bradenton, FL to Tampa, FL
Bradenton, FL to Clearwater, FL
Bradenton, FL to St. Petersburg, FL
Driving from Bradenton, FL
Expect an average of 156 miles and about 3h 4m behind the wheel when leaving Bradenton, FL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 311 miles (5h 48m), while the shortest is just 24 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Bradenton, FL most often head toward Tallahassee, FL (311.2 mi, 5h 48m), Miami, FL (241.6 mi, 4h 33m), Jacksonville, FL (236.1 mi, 4h 40m), Fort Lauderdale, FL (225.6 mi, 4h 14m), and Gainesville, FL (166.7 mi, 3h 12m). 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 156-mile trip from Bradenton, FL, budget about $25 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 11 mapped routes leaving Bradenton, FL and 1 routes heading into Bradenton, FL, covering 12 total connections. Distances range from 24 to 311 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bradenton, FL covers 311 miles and takes approximately 5h 48m. Shorter options start at just 24 miles.
The average route from Bradenton, FL runs about 156 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 4m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.15/gallon for regular), the average 156-mile trip from Bradenton, FL costs roughly $25 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bradenton, FL include Tallahassee, FL, Miami, FL, Jacksonville, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bradenton, FL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
56,289
Median Income
$60,964
Median Home Value
$282,500
Median Age
45.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Bradenton, FL
Bradenton is a city on the Florida West Coast. Its economy is based on tourism and agricultural products. Tropicana, the orange juice company, and Bealls are headquartered here.
1 Lake Manatee State Park, 20007 State Road 64 East, ☏ +1 941 741-3028. 8AM to sunset. 2 Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (South Florida Museum), 201 10th St W (near the Riverwalk at the junction of 9th and 3rd), ☏ +1 941 746-4131, [email protected]. Where Snooty the Manatee lives. 3 De Soto National Memorial, 8300 De Soto Memorial Hwy, ☏ +1 941 792-0458 ext 105. 9AM-5PM. Features live reenactments of Conquistadors shooting things. Free. (updated Mar 2016)
1 Carousel Sea Horses, 8400 Manatee Ave W, ☏ +1 863-444-3608, [email protected]. Horseback riding at Palma Sola Bay. 2 Robinson Preserve, 1704 99th St NW, ☏ +1 941 742-5923. Kayak. (updated Jun 2015)
1 Pier 22, 1200 1st Ave W, ☏ +1 941 748-8087, [email protected]. (updated Jul 2021)
1 RJ Gators, 6100 Cortez Rd W, ☏ +1 941 795-6633, [email protected]. (updated Jul 2021)
1 Americas Best Value Inn, 607 67th Street Circle East (I-75, exit 220, across from McDonalds), ☏ +1 941-745-1988. Check-in: noon, check-out: 11AM. Economy motel with clean rooms. $40-90. 2 Springhill Suites Downtown/Riverfront, 102 12th St W, ☏ +1 941 226-2200. Swimming pool is open 6AM–10PM. (updated Jul 2021)
You can arrive by air at Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport (SRQ IATA), on the border between Sarasota and Manatee counties, 6 mi (9.7 km) south of Bradenton. You can also fly into Tampa International Airport (TPA IATA), in Tampa. Tickets to Tampa are generally cheaper and it's easier to get a direct flight since the airport is bigger. The third option is a smaller airport St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. (PIE) The airport is predominantly served by Allegiant Airlines and features direct flights from many mid-sized northern cities. Easy access by car from Interstate 75.
The MCAT (Manatee County Area Transit) bus system stops at all the major shopping areas, beaches, schools, hospitals, etc.
For the most part Bradenton is a safe city, with crime rates among the lowest in Tampa Bay Area. However some areas, especially south of downtown, tend to have a higher concentration of crime, especially at night. Don't walk around by yourself late at night or carry around expensive objects or large amounts of cash. Driving is normally pretty safe, though carjackings have been known to happen. When driving around at night, lock your car doors and windows and stick to major roads to avoid getting lost and ending up in a bad neighborhood.
Travel tips adapted from Bradenton 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.
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