Origin
Anna Maria, FL
Morning in Anna Maria on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anna Maria, FL to Tampa, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
57.6 mi
93 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anna Maria, FL
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Tampa, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick getaway from the coastal charm of Anna Maria to the urban energy of Tampa, this 57.6-mile trip is an easy one-day excursion. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 23 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect choice for a spontaneous day trip. With fuel costs estimated at around $10, it is an economical route that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your journey will take you from the relaxed beaches of the Florida coast into the heart of the Tampa region. Navigating this path is straightforward, utilizing a combination of Manatee Avenue, I-75, and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway to get you to your destination efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 25.5 mi | 28m |
| Manatee Avenue | 8.3 mi | 15m |
| Lee Roy Selmon Expressway | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| Tamiami Trail | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Gulf Drive | 1.5 mi | 4m |
| 6th Avenue West | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Marina Drive | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Palm Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 25.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anna Maria, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on this road
27 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Pine Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Avenue
3
Turn left onto Gulf Drive
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Gulf Drive
4
Continue on Palm Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Palm Drive
5
Continue on Marina Drive
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Marina Drive
6
Turn left onto Gulf Drive
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Gulf Drive
7
Turn left onto FL 64
8.3 mi
·
15 min
·
Manatee Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto FL 64
314 ft
·
9 sec
·
15th Street West
9
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 64
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Avenue West
10
Turn left onto US 41; US 301
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
1st Street East
11
Continue on US 41; US 301
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hernando DeSoto Bridge
12
Continue on US 41; US 301
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Tamiami Trail
13
Continue on US 41
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Tamiami Trail
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
15
Merge onto I 275
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 275
16
Keep slight right at fork
1.4 mi
·
3 min
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
17
Merge onto I 75
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
2.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 256
Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa
Use the slight right lane.
19
Continue on FL 618 Toll
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 8
Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
22
Arrive at destination
FL 60
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.8 miles from Anna Maria, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 57 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
FL 64 / Manatee Avenue
Turn left onto FL 64 / Manatee Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
19.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Tampa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
5
21.3 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
46.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 256
Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West...
8
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8
Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - Eas...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.17 one way
$18.34 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $9.97 | $19.95 |
| premium | $4.72 | $10.71 | $21.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.72 | $25.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.78
Selmon Expressway
(7.8 mi)
$0.78
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tampa, FL
Morning in Tampa on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Cloudy
N 2 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 23m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This mixed-drive route offers a distinct transition between local roads and high-speed transit. You will spend about 58% of your time on highways, providing a balanced experience that moves you quickly away from the coast. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 25.5 miles on I-75, which allows you to settle into a steady rhythm after navigating the initial local segments. As you progress from the quieter roads of Manatee Avenue onto the more robust interstate system and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, the character of the drive shifts from leisurely to fast-paced. It is a functional commute that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic winding roads.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near FL 64 / Manatee Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (FL 64 / Manatee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Anna Maria, FL and Tampa, FL, road signs point toward Selmon Expressway West: Tampa and Port Of Tampa.
Selmon Expressway West: Tampa
46.8 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Port Of Tampa
46.8 mi in
|
~1h 10m
About the Cities
Starting in Anna Maria, FL
Full guide →Anna Maria Island is a barrier island on the Florida West Coast. It contains the cities of Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach.
Arriving in Tampa, FL
Full guide →The city of Tampa is the county seat of Hillsborough County and the largest city on Florida's West Coast.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 57.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.78 in tolls one way, starting with Selmon Expressway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Tampa, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (FL 64 / Manatee Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 21.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tampa, FL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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