Crossing from the Atlantic coast to the Gulf side, your 183.9-mile journey from Jupiter to Tampa is a straightforward trip that fits perfectly into a single day. You should plan for approximately 3 hours and 48 minutes of driving time, making it an efficient way to traverse the state. With a estimated fuel cost of $31, the route is budget-friendly and requires minimal logistical planning. You will rely primarily on Florida’s Turnpike, FL 60, and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway to complete the transit. Whether you are heading west for a quick getaway or business, this highway-focused drive is simple enough to handle in one go without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.9 miles from Jupiter, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
FL 60
91.1 mi
1h 59m
Florida's Turnpike
76.7 mi
1h 22m
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
5.2 mi
6m
West Indiantown Road
3.9 mi
7m
East Adamo Drive
2.1 mi
3m
Main Street
1.7 mi
3m
Flamingo Drive
0.5 mi
<1m
East Kennedy Boulevard
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
FL 60
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jupiter, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on FL 706
3.9 mi·7 min·West Indiantown Road
Use the left lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·14 sec
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on this road
482 ft·11 sec·this road
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
77 mi·1 hr 22 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 193Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
7
Keep slight right at fork
245 ft·6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto FL 60
61 mi·1 hr 17 min·FL 60
Use the left lane.
9
Take the exit onto Flamingo Drive
0.5 mi·53 sec·Flamingo Drive
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi·3 min·Main Street
11
Turn left onto FL 60
26 mi·34 min·FL 60
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on FL 60
4.5 mi·7 min·FL 60
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Turn straight onto FL 60
0.4 mi·35 sec·Adamo Drive
14
Continue on FL 60
2.1 mi·3 min·East Adamo Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward FL 618 Toll West
16
Merge onto FL 618 Toll
5.2 mi·6 min·Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 8Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - EastUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60
0.4 mi·1 min·East Kennedy Boulevard
19
Arrive at destination
FL 60
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. You will only need one scheduled stop to keep your energy up throughout the nearly four-hour duration. Because the route is so highway-intensive, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the longer stretches where services might be spaced further apart. To make the most of your time, try to avoid peak commuter hours when entering the Tampa area to ensure your arrival remains stress-free. By pacing yourself with that single mid-trip break, you will find the drive manageable and straightforward.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.9 miles from Jupiter, FL, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 40 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.9 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jupiter, 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 Jupiter, FL
This is one driving day of about 183.9 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Jupiter, 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 FL 60 for about 91.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 183.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.9 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
4.1 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
6
81.3 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
6
82 mi into trip|~1h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
183.3 mi into trip|~3h 47m 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
$29.27 one way
$58.54 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg64 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$31.84
$63.68
premium
$4.72
$34.20
$68.39
diesel
$5.61
$40.60
$81.21
Estimated Tolls: $5.89
Florida's Turnpike
(76.7 mi)$5.37
Selmon Expressway
(5.2 mi)$0.52
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
$29
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
55.2
0
$19.31
$8.83
Efficient EV
46
0
$16.09
$7.36
EV Truck/SUV
73.6
0
$25.75
$11.77
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
22 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 13, 2026
Origin
Jupiter, FL
Late night
in Jupiter on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tampa, FL
Late night
in Tampa on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Cloudy
E 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
62°F
Eagle Lake, FL
92 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
4 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
3h 48m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient commute, as 94% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time at steady cruising speeds, particularly during the longest stretch of 91.1 miles on FL 60. The experience is defined by the reliable, fast-paced nature of major thoroughfares rather than winding backroads. As you transition from the Turnpike onto the local highway system and eventually the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, the road environment shifts from open transit to more structured highway corridors. It is a no-nonsense, functional drive designed to get you to your destination with as little friction as possible.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 91.1 mi on FL 60.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 60 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 183.9 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 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 183.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m 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 91.1 miles on FL 60. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.89 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. 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 Tampa, 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 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 81.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Tampa, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
