Origin
Chipley, FL
Night in Chipley on Saturday
Local time
11:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Chipley, FL to St. Petersburg, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 56m
Distance
347.6 mi
559 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 45m
★
6 AM
6h 57m
8 AM
7h 20m
10 AM
7h 5m
12 PM
7h 2m
3 PM
7h 6m
5 PM
7h 19m
8 PM
6h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chipley, FL
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St. Petersburg, FL
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Trip Overview
This 347.6-mile drive from Chipley, Florida, to St. Petersburg, Florida, is a solid day trip, estimated to take around 6 hours and 56 minutes. You'll primarily be on US 19 and the Suncoast Parkway, with a short stint on I-10, making it a 96% highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $55, this route is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely exploration. It's a straightforward journey through the heart of Florida, perfect for getting from point A to point B without too many detours. Consider an early start to make the most of your single day on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
173.8 miles from Chipley, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 19 | 110.2 mi | 2h 19m |
| I 10 | 104.7 mi | 1h 52m |
| Suncoast Parkway | 54.3 mi | 58m |
| Florida Georgia Parkway | 37.2 mi | 47m |
| I 275 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| Veterans Expressway | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| FL 589 Toll Express Lane | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Gulf to Lake Highway | 4.7 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
US 19
— 110.2 mi, about 2h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chipley, FL and St. Petersburg, FL.
1
Start on East Church Avenue
56 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Church Avenue
2
Turn left onto FL 77
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 10
105 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 225
Toward US 19: Florida-Georgia Parkway, Monticello, Perry
6
Turn right onto US 19
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Florida Georgia Parkway
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 19; US 27
32 mi
·
41 min
·
Florida Georgia Parkway
8
Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
55 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
55 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto FL 44
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 5th Street
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on FL 44
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Gulf to Lake Highway
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway
13
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
54 mi
·
58 min
·
Suncoast Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 589 Toll
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
FL 589 Toll Express Lane
17
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Expressway
Toward Tampa:St. Petersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on FL 60
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Memorial Highway
Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
19
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 60
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Memorial Highway
Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg
Use the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto I 275
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 275
Toward I 275: Saint Petersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 23B
Toward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange Groves Winery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn right onto FL 595
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue North
24
Turn left onto US 19
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
34th Street North
Use the left lane.
25
Continue on US 19
323 ft
·
14 sec
·
34th Street South
26
Arrive at destination
US 19
Trip Plan
To make this 6-hour and 56-minute drive manageable in one day, aim to depart from Chipley early in the morning. While the route is highway-focused, there's a significant 110.2-mile stretch on US 19 where you'll want to ensure you have adequate fuel. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel; the estimated $55 fuel cost is a good budget to keep in mind. Given the direct nature of this 347.6-mile trip, you have flexibility to adjust your pace, but staying aware of your fuel gauge, especially on the longer US 19 segment, is key.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 173.8 miles from Chipley, FL, or about 3h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.2 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 76 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 173.8 miles or 3h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 44m
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 Chipley, 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 Chipley, FL
This is one driving day of about 347.6 miles and 6h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Chipley, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 19 for about 110.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
174 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 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 173.8 miles from Chipley, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 19 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.2 miles.
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 185 decision points cluster between mile 107.7 and 345.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
107.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward US 19: Florida-Georgia Parkway, Monticello, Perry
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 225
Toward US 19: Florida-Georgia Parkway, Monticel...
6
200.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 55m in
|
US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
317.3 mi into trip
|
~6h 16m in
|
FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
328.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 30m in
|
FL 60 / Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 60 / Memorial Highway toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
8
345.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 52m 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
$55.33 one way
$110.66 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
122 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $60.19 | $120.37 |
| premium | $4.72 | $64.63 | $129.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.75 | $153.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.82
Suncoast Parkway
(54.3 mi)
$3.26
Veterans Expressway
(6.9 mi)
$0.56
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104.3 | 1 | $36.50 | $16.68 |
| Efficient EV | 86.9 | 0 | $30.42 | $13.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 139 | 1 | $48.66 | $22.25 |
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
St. Petersburg, FL
Late night in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
28 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
6h 56m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive with 96% of the journey on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a considerable 110.2 miles on US 19, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. You'll transition from I-10 onto US 19, and then utilize the Suncoast Parkway, which generally offers a smooth and direct path. This route prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently, with less emphasis on winding backroads or frequent scenic pull-offs.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 110.2 mi on US 19.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 19 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 107.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 347.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 107.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.2 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 317.3 miles (FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Chipley, FL and St. Petersburg, FL, road signs point toward Monticello, Perry and Tampa:st. Petersburg.
Monticello
107.7 mi in
|
~1h 58m
Perry
107.7 mi in
|
~1h 58m
Tampa:st. Petersburg
326.4 mi in
|
~6h 27m
|
via FL 589 Toll
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 56m. Total distance: 347.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 56m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 110.2 miles on US 19. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.82 in tolls one way, starting with Suncoast Parkway. 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 St. Petersburg, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 107.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.2 miles (US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 317.3 miles (FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at St. Petersburg, FL before the return drive.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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