If you are planning a trip from Astatula to St. Petersburg, expect a straightforward journey covering 109.7 miles. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 1 minute of driving time, making this a very manageable day trip. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, you won't need to worry about splitting the travel over multiple days. Expect to spend around $18 on fuel for the one-way trek. Since this drive stays entirely within Florida, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the inland areas of Astatula toward the coastal environment of St. Petersburg.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.7 miles from Astatula, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 4
37.3 mi
41m
I 275
21.3 mi
26m
FL 33
21.2 mi
27m
FL 19
9.4 mi
13m
Commonwealth Avenue Southwest
5.7 mi
7m
Commonwealth Avenue North
5.5 mi
7m
Monroe Street
3.1 mi
5m
CR 455
2.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 37.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astatula, FL and St. Petersburg, FL.
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Start on CR 48
122 ft·10 sec·Florida Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 561
3.1 mi·5 min·Monroe Street
3
Enter roundabout
26 ft·0 sec
4
Continue
488 ft·9 sec
5
Turn straight onto CR 455
2.6 mi·4 min·CR 455
6
At end of road, turn left onto FL 19
9.4 mi·13 min·FL 19
7
Turn left onto FL 50; FL 33
0.3 mi·48 sec·West Orange Street
8
Continue on FL 33
21 mi·27 min·FL 33
9
Enter roundabout onto FL 33
135 ft·2 sec·Commonwealth Avenue North
10
Continue on FL 33
5.5 mi·7 min·Commonwealth Avenue North
11
Continue on FL 33
5.7 mi·7 min·Commonwealth Avenue Southwest
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 4 West
13
Merge onto I 4
37 mi·41 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Toward I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint PetersburgUse the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto I 275
21 mi·26 min·I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 23BToward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange Groves WineryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto FL 595
1.2 mi·2 min·5th Avenue North
18
Turn left onto US 19
0.5 mi·1 min·34th Street North
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on US 19
323 ft·14 sec·34th Street South
20
Arrive at destination
US 19
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. While the drive takes just over two hours, keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert throughout the journey. You won't need to plan for formal stops along the way, but keeping your fuel tank ready for the $18 cost is a good practice before you depart. To make your trip smoother, ensure your navigation app is set to follow the specific local roads provided, as you won't be relying on high-speed highway signage. Taking a moment to familiarize yourself with the path on Monroe and West Orange Streets before you head out will help you navigate the turns with confidence.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.7 miles from Astatula, FL, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.7 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St. Petersburg, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Astatula, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Astatula, FL
This is one driving day of about 109.5 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Astatula, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 37.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.9 and 107.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.9 mi into trip|~10m in|FL 19
At end of road, turn left onto FL 19
Navigation decision point
5
48.5 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|I 4
Merge onto I 4
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
85.8 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint Petersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 275 South: Tampa International Airport...
5
86.2 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|I 275
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
107.5 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Take the exit toward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange Groves Winery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 23B
Toward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.43 one way
$34.86 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$18.96
$37.92
premium
$4.72
$20.36
$40.72
diesel
$5.61
$24.18
$48.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.9
0
$11.50
$5.26
Efficient EV
27.4
0
$9.58
$4.38
EV Truck/SUV
43.8
0
$15.33
$7.01
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Astatula, FL
Late night
in Astatula on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
St. Petersburg, FL
Late night
in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
4:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Polk City, FL
55 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 20m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
near mile 109.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate using Monroe Street, West Orange Street, and other local paths, as this route has a highway share of 0%. Because you are avoiding major highways, the pace is steady but requires your full attention on the various turns. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches of interstate, the drive offers a more intimate look at the local landscape. You will find that the personality of the road remains consistent throughout the entire 109.7-mile duration.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.3 mi on I 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and I 275. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in near FL 19.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 109.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 5.9 miles (FL 19): Navigation decision point; at 48.5 miles (I 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Astatula, FL to St. Petersburg, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Petersburg along the way.
Saint Petersburg
85.8 mi in|~1h 48m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 109.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.3 miles on I 4. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles (FL 19): Navigation decision point; at 48.5 miles (I 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 St. Petersburg, FL before heading back.
