Conway, FL to St. Petersburg, FL is 108.2 miles and takes about 2h 11m via I 4 and I 275, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within Florida, moving from one major metropolitan area to another. Given its relatively short distance and high highway share, expect a straightforward drive. It's a practical route for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it an efficient choice for a quick transfer.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.1 miles from Conway, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 4
71 mi
1h 18m
I 275
21.3 mi
26m
Beachline Expressway
9.1 mi
11m
Conway Road
3.4 mi
6m
5th Avenue North
1.2 mi
2m
34th Street North
0.5 mi
1m
34th Street South
<0.1 mi
<1m
Anderson Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 71 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, FL and St. Petersburg, FL.
1
Start on this road
246 ft·20 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Anderson Road
195 ft·10 sec·Anderson Road
3
Turn left onto FL 15
3.4 mi·6 min·Conway Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
5
Merge onto FL 528 Toll
9.1 mi·11 min·Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 West: TampaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 4
71 mi·1 hr 18 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Toward I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint PetersburgUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 275
21 mi·26 min·I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 23BToward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange Groves WineryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto FL 595
1.2 mi·2 min·5th Avenue North
12
Turn left onto US 19
0.5 mi·1 min·34th Street North
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 19
323 ft·14 sec·34th Street South
14
Arrive at destination
US 19
Trip Plan
For this 2h 11m drive, you can easily complete it in a single day. Aim to leave in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you get closer to St. Petersburg. With only 108.2 miles and a $17 fuel cost, you won't need many stops for gas or rest. Plan for one brief stop around the halfway mark if you wish, perhaps after the 71-mile stretch on I 4. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can depart at your convenience, but be mindful of rush hour if arriving during peak times.
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 54.1 miles from Conway, FL, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.1 miles or 1h 6m 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 45m
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 Conway, 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 Conway, FL
This is one driving day of about 108.2 miles and 2h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Conway, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 71 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 106.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Anderson Road
Turn right onto Anderson Road
Navigation decision point
5
3.7 mi into trip|~7m in|FL 528 Toll / Beachline Expressway
Merge onto FL 528 Toll / Beachline Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.8 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 4 West: Tampa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
8
84.5 mi into trip|~1h 39m 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...
8
106.2 mi into trip|~2h 6m 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
$17.22 one way
$34.45 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$18.73
$37.47
premium
$4.72
$20.12
$40.24
diesel
$5.61
$23.89
$47.78
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: 37.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32.5
0
$11.36
$5.19
Efficient EV
27.1
0
$9.47
$4.33
EV Truck/SUV
43.3
0
$15.15
$6.92
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
Conway, FL
Morning
in Conway on Sunday
Local time
10:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
St. Petersburg, FL
Morning
in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
10:28 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 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 11m 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 108.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 94% highway, meaning you'll be on major interstates for almost the entire 108.2 miles. The longest continuous stretch on a single highway is 71 miles on I 4. You'll transition from I 4 to I 275, which will take you directly into St. Petersburg. Expect consistent cruising speeds with frequent exits as you approach urban areas. The vast majority of the driving will be on high-speed freeways before hitting surface streets closer to your destination.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71 mi on I 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and I 275. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Anderson Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 108.2 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: near the start (Anderson Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (FL 528 Toll / Beachline Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles: 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.
On the drive from Conway, FL to St. Petersburg, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Petersburg along the way.
Saint Petersburg
84.5 mi in|~1h 39m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 11m. Total distance: 108.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 71 miles on I 4. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Anderson Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (FL 528 Toll / Beachline Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 St. Petersburg, FL before heading back.
