Origin
North Brooksville, FL
Morning in North Brooksville on Sunday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Brooksville, 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
1h 26m
Distance
69.6 mi
112 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Brooksville, FL
Jose Valverde
St. Petersburg, FL
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Trip Overview
North Brooksville to St. Petersburg is 69.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via Suncoast Parkway and I-275, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip focuses on Florida's highways, offering a direct path from the northern part of the state to the popular Gulf Coast city of St. Petersburg. You'll spend most of your time on major expressways, making this a straightforward and efficient journey. With only a single day recommended, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a day trip if you're starting nearby. Expect a high share of highway driving, so plan for steady travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Suncoast Parkway | 30.7 mi | 33m |
| I 275 | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| Veterans Expressway | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| FL 589 Toll Express Lane | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Cortez Boulevard | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Cobb Road | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Memorial Highway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 5th Avenue North | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Suncoast Parkway
— 30.7 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Brooksville, FL and St. Petersburg, FL.
1
Start on Yontz Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Yontz Road
2
Turn left onto CR 485
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Cobb Road
3
Turn right onto FL 50
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Cortez Boulevard
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Suncoast Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 589 Toll
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
FL 589 Toll Express Lane
9
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Expressway
Toward Tampa:St. Petersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on FL 60
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Memorial Highway
Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg
11
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.
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 275
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 275
Toward I 275: Saint Petersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
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.
15
Turn right onto FL 595
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue North
16
Turn left onto US 19
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
34th Street North
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on US 19
323 ft
·
14 sec
·
34th Street South
18
Arrive at destination
US 19
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.8 miles from North Brooksville, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 39.3 and 67.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
39.3 mi into trip
|
~46m 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.
6
48.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway
Merge onto FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway toward Tampa:St. Petersburg
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Tampa:St. Petersburg
8
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 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
6
51.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg
8
67.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m 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
$11.08 one way
$22.16 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $12.05 | $24.10 |
| premium | $4.72 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.37 | $30.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.40
Suncoast Parkway
(30.7 mi)
$1.84
Veterans Expressway
(6.9 mi)
$0.56
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$2
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.31 | $3.34 |
| Efficient EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.74 | $4.45 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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
St. Petersburg, FL
Morning in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
8:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
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
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
1h 26m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 84% of the route utilizing major expressways. You'll primarily navigate the Suncoast Parkway and I-275, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.7 miles on the Suncoast Parkway, allowing for a good period of consistent speed. While this means less opportunity for spontaneous roadside exploration, it ensures a predictable and relatively quick journey. The Veterans Expressway also contributes to the highway feel, keeping you moving steadily towards your destination.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.7 mi on Suncoast Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Suncoast Parkway and I 275. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.3 miles in near FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.6 miles you will encounter 13 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 39.3 miles (FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles (FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.1 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): 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.
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 North Brooksville, FL to St. Petersburg, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tampa:st. Petersburg along the way.
Tampa:st. Petersburg
48.5 mi in
|
~58m
|
via FL 589 Toll
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 69.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.7 miles on Suncoast Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.40 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.
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.
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 39.3 miles (FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.5 miles (FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.1 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at St. Petersburg, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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