Origin
Port Richey, FL
Morning in Port Richey on Sunday
Local time
9:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Richey, 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
57m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Richey, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
St. Petersburg, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Port Richey to St. Petersburg, you are looking at a straightforward 36.4-mile trip that typically takes about 51 minutes. This journey stays entirely within Florida, making it a simple day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Because this route relies on local roads rather than interstate travel, it is best suited for those who prefer a direct, community-based path. It serves as a practical connection between these two Florida locations, offering a efficient way to reach your destination without the complexity of long-distance highway navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US Highway 19 | 27.5 mi | 40m |
| US Highway 19 North | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| 34th Street North | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Lorenzen Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grand Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 34th Street South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US Highway 19
— 27.5 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Richey, FL and St. Petersburg, FL.
1
Start on this road
214 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
224 ft
·
11 sec
·
Washington Street
3
Turn left onto Lorenzen Road
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lorenzen Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto Grand Boulevard
409 ft
·
13 sec
·
Grand Boulevard
5
Turn left onto US 19
28 mi
·
40 min
·
US Highway 19
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 19
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
US Highway 19 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 19
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
34th Street North
8
Continue on US 19
323 ft
·
14 sec
·
34th Street South
9
Arrive at destination
US 19
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Port Richey, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Lorenzen Road
Turn left onto Lorenzen Road
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Grand Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Grand Boulevard
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 19 / US Highway 19
Turn left onto US 19 / US Highway 19
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
27.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 19 / US Highway 19 North
Keep slight left at fork onto US 19 / US Highway 19 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.78 one way
$11.56 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
9:35 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
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
57m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway travel. You will navigate via Washington Street, Lorenzen Road, and Grand Boulevard to reach your destination. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on Washington Street, you should be prepared for frequent turns and a constant change in scenery as you transition through local neighborhoods. The road's personality is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. This is an ideal route for drivers who prefer a slower, more deliberate pace through the heart of the region.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.5 mi on US Highway 19.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US Highway 19 and US Highway 19 North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Washington Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Lorenzen Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Grand Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
93 ft
11 ft
Total Climb
131 ft
Total Descent
101 ft
Highest Point
93 ft
~18.1 mi in
Elevation Range
82 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Port Richey, FL
Full guide →New Port Richey, otherwise known as NPR, or New Port, is a city founded in 1924 that is full of restaurants, stores, and activities, in the Big Bend Coast region of Florida.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 36.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.5 miles on US Highway 19. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Lorenzen Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Grand Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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