New Port Richey, FL Road Trips
With 9 routes heading out and 0 heading in, New Port Richey, FL works well as a modest departure point in Florida. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 34-mile quick runs to 299-mile cross-state drives. Routes from New Port Richey, FL spread mainly east and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
9
Longest Drive
298.6 mi
Miami, FL
Quickest Drive
53m
St. Petersburg, FL
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Driving from New Port Richey, FL
Expect an average of 174 miles and about 3h 34m behind the wheel when leaving New Port Richey, FL. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 299 miles (5h 46m), while the shortest is just 34 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving New Port Richey, FL most often head toward Miami, FL (298.6 mi, 5h 46m), Fort Lauderdale, FL (282.6 mi, 5h 27m), Miramar, FL (281.9 mi, 5h 29m), Tallahassee, FL (214.8 mi, 4h 44m), and Port Saint Lucie, FL (190.4 mi, 3h 58m). 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 174-mile trip from New Port Richey, FL, budget about $29 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. 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 9 mapped routes leaving New Port Richey, FL and 0 routes heading into New Port Richey, FL, covering 9 total connections. Distances range from 34 to 299 miles.
The longest mapped route from New Port Richey, FL covers 299 miles and takes approximately 5h 46m. Shorter options start at just 34 miles.
The average route from New Port Richey, FL runs about 174 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 34m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.15/gallon for regular), the average 174-mile trip from New Port Richey, FL costs roughly $29 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from New Port Richey, FL include Miami, FL, Fort Lauderdale, FL, Miramar, FL and Tallahassee, FL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
New Port Richey, FL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
17,057
Median Income
$46,160
Median Home Value
$164,600
Median Age
53.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to New Port Richey, FL
New Port Richey, otherwise known as NPR, or New Port, is a city founded in 1924 that is full of restaurants, stores, and activities, in the Big Bend Coast region of Florida.
Main Street - Street that runs through the middle of NPR with many places / attractions to see, such as the Dr. Frederick A. Grassin Bridge, originally made in 1967, made a historical maker in 2017, the Hacienda, an old hotel from 1927 that was renovated in 2022, and the NPR City Hall & Public Library. 1 Sims Park, Grand Blvd & Bank St, ☏ +1 727 841-4560. Daily, 7AM - 7PM. A Park that surrounds Lake Orange that includes a splash pad, amphitheater, and some of the Cotee river riverwalk. Also includes a Vietnam War Memorial, and a loop around Lake Orange. Free. (updated Dec 2024) 2 Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park (Werner-Boyce), 8737 US-19 N, Port Richey, ☏ +1 727 816-1890, [email protected]. 8 AM – sunset. Beautiful state park with primitive camping, bird watching, fishing, hiking, and kayaking. $2 for bicycle / pedestrian | $4 for vehicle (up to 8 people). (updated Oct 2021) 3 West Pasco Historical Society (New Port Richey History Museum), 6431 Circle Blvd, ☏ +1 727 847-0680, [email protected]. (updated Oct 2021)
1 James E. Grey Preserve, 6938 Plathe Rd, ☏ +1 727 841-4560. Daily, sunrise-sunset. A preserve not too far from downtown with a playground, pavilions, grills, and over a mile of trails and boardwalks, as well as a wheelchair accessible area. Free. (updated Dec 2024) 2 Richey Suncoast Theatre, 6237 Grand Blvd, ☏ +1 727 842-6777. Th 11 AM - 4 PM. historic movie theatre built in 1925, restored, used as a community theatre (updated Dec 2024) 3 Regal Hollywood - Port Richey, 6701 Cinema Dr, Port Richey, ☏ +1 844 462-7342. 11 AM - 11:30 PM. Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand. (updated Dec 2024) 4 Robert K. Rees Memorial Park, 3503 Green Key Rd (from US-19, turn west on Green Key Rd). Includes a beach and boardwalk. (updated Oct 2021) 5 New Port Richey Recreation & Aquatic Center, 6630 Van Buren St, ☏ +1 727 841-4560. M - F 5AM - 10PM; Sa - Su 8AM - 5PM. A fun aquatic and recreation center not far from the heart of NPR, it has tennis courts, a swimming pool, and more. (updated Dec 2024) 6 Cotee River Park (NPR Riverwalk), 7004 Grand Blvd (along the Cotee River from Massachusetts Avenue down to Main Street), ☏ +1 727 841-4560. A nice riverwalk along the Cotee River with benches, grills, and kayak launches. (updated Dec 2024)
1 Argento's Italian Bistro (Argento's), 10042 US-19, Port Richey (Corner of Fox Hollow and US-19), ☏ +1 727 862-3205. T - Th, Su 11 AM - 8 PM | F - Sa 11 AM - 9 PM. Authentic Italian restaurant with many options, as well as an in-house bakery at the front. Reservation recommended on holidays. (updated Dec 2024) 2 Grand Plaza Cafe, 4040 Little Road (turn into Grand Trinity Plaza), ☏ +1 727 264-8878. The Grand offers a casual lunch and fine dining atmosphere. $10 - $20. (updated Dec 2024) 3 Catches Waterfront Grille, 7811 Bayview St, Port Richey (off of US-19), ☏ +1 727 849-2121. Su - Th 11:30 AM - 9 PM | F - Sa 11:30 AM - 10 PM. A nice restaurant on the Cotee River with amazing indoor and outdoor seating. They have a nice blend of southern and sea food. ~$25 per person. (updated Dec 2024) 4 Kazu's Sushi, 5706 Main St, ☏ +1 727 842-4477. (updated Oct 2021) 5 Ottaway's Ice Cream Parlor (Ottaway's), 5641 Main St, ☏ +1 727 484-6937. Daily, 11AM - 10PM. Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible. $1 - $10. (updated Dec 2024)
1 Regency Pub, 10120 US-19, Port Richey, ☏ +1 727 862-4418. (updated Dec 2024) 2 Ordinance One, 5738 Main St, ☏ +1 727 807-5335. M - T 4PM - 10PM; F 4PM - midnight; Sa noon - midnight; Su noon - 8 PM. $10 - $20. (updated Dec 2024) 3 Fitzgerald's Irish Tavern, 5811 Nebraska Ave, ☏ +1 727 816-9092. Sa - W 11AM - noon; Th - Sa 11AM - 2AM. $10 - $20. (updated Dec 2024) 4 Bruce Brother's Beanery (Bruce Brother's Coffee), 5738 Missouri Ave, New Port Richey, ☏ +1 727 597-2237. M - F 7 AM - 3 PM | S - Su 8 AM - 3 PM. Small coffee shops with a variety of coffee and drinks. $5 - $15. (updated Dec 2024)
1 Quality Inn and Suites, 5316 US-19 North, ☏ +1 727 847-9005. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. (updated Jul 2020) 2 The Hacienda, 5621 Main St, ☏ +1 727 845-5621. Check-in: 3 PM, check-out: 11 AM. Historic 1927 Boutique Hotel, finished renovating in 2022. ~$150. (updated Dec 2024) 3 Green Key Beach Motel, 6434 US-19, ☏ +1 727 849-4647. Check-in: 3 PM, check-out: 11 AM. Set along US-19, this motel is not far from downtown NPR and is close to the coastal parks (updated Dec 2024)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) - 30 miles. St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) - 25 miles. US-19 - a north-south route, passes through both Port Richey and New Port Richey, connecting to other cities in the area, such as Clearwater, and St. Petersburg. Main St intersects US-19, with restaurants, shops, parks, and the historical society east of US-19. Ridge Road - an east-west route, passes north of NPR and through Port Richey. Connecting to US-19 and Rowan, both taking you south near the historic downtown. SR-54 - an east-west route, passes south of NPR . Connecting to Elfers, Odessa, Land O' Lakes, and Wesley Chapel, eventually turning into SR-56, which takes you to Zephyrhills. Pasco County Public Transportation. County provided bus service that has a variety of routes. Bikes permitted on bike rack, no permit required. Connections give travelers access to bus service that connects with Pinellas and Hillsborough county public transportation services. (updated Feb 2023)
Driving - This is probably the easiest for traveling outside the core of downtown. There are several major roads in the area that takes you Walking - There are sidewalks on most roads in the area. Most roads in downtown have wider sidewalks than others, though US-19 is known for being dangerous for pedestrians. Biking - There are several multi-use paths and bike lanes near the city. Parts of US-19, Rowan Road, and Ridge Road have wide multi-use pathways, and parts of Grand Avenue have bike lanes. Buses - Pasco County's bus service takes you from the downtown all across the county, with several routes in NPR and PR to get you to any place you need. The Fares are a one-time ride for $1.50, a day pass for $3.75, and a 31-day pass for $37.50.
Travel tips adapted from New Port Richey 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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