If you are looking to travel from South Brooksville to Tampa, this 49.3-mile trip is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 52 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, it works perfectly as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend roughly $8 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very budget-friendly commute within Florida. Since the route utilizes local roads rather than major interstates, you will stay within the same region for the duration of the trip. It is a practical option if you want to avoid high-traffic highway corridors while navigating between these two points.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
18.5 mi
19m
I 275
15.9 mi
19m
Spring Lake Highway
6.1 mi
9m
FL 50
4.2 mi
5m
Cortez Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
Lake Lola Road
1 mi
1m
Blanton Road
0.6 mi
<1m
North Orange Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 18.5 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Brooksville, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on FL 50
1.1 mi·1 min·Cortez Boulevard
2
Take the exit onto FL 50
4.2 mi·5 min·FL 50
3
Turn right onto CR 541
6.1 mi·9 min·Spring Lake Highway
4
Continue on CR 41
1.0 mi·1 min·Lake Lola Road
5
Keep slight left at fork onto CR 41
0.6 mi·52 sec·Blanton Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa
7
Merge onto I 75
19 mi·19 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 275
16 mi·19 min·I 275
Exit 274Toward I 275 South: Tampa, Saint PetersburgUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·49 sec
Exit 45AToward Downtown East-WestUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
251 ft·6 sec
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Downtown East, Jefferson StreetUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on North Orange Avenue
0.3 mi·46 sec·North Orange Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn straight onto Pierce Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·Pierce Street
14
Turn right onto US 41 Business; FL 60
0.3 mi·45 sec·East Kennedy Boulevard
15
Arrive at destination
FL 60
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from South 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.2 and 48.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13.2 mi into trip|~19m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
9
31.7 mi into trip|~38m in|I 275
Keep slight right at fork onto I 275 toward I 275 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 274
Toward I 275 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
7
47.6 mi into trip|~58m in
Take the exit toward Downtown East-West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45A
Toward Downtown East-West
9
48.1 mi into trip|~58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown East, Jefferson Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Downtown East, Jefferson Street
5
48.8 mi into trip|~1h in|US 41 Business; FL 60 / East Kennedy Boulevard
Turn right onto US 41 Business; FL 60 / East Kennedy Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.82 one way
$15.63 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg17 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$8.50
$17.00
premium
$4.72
$9.13
$18.26
diesel
$5.61
$10.84
$21.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
14.7
0
$5.16
$2.36
Efficient EV
12.3
0
$4.30
$1.96
EV Truck/SUV
19.6
0
$6.87
$3.14
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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 14, 2026
Origin
South Brooksville, FL
Afternoon
in South Brooksville on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Partly Cloudy
ESE 2 to 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 7:43PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 2:00AM EDT until April 14 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Tampa, FL
Afternoon
in Tampa on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Cloudy
E 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 7:43PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 2:00AM EDT until April 14 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
5 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 1m 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 turn-heavy local drive as you navigate away from South Brooksville. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on Spring Lake Highway, Lake Lola Road, and Blanton Road to get you to your destination. With a 0% highway share, you will be constantly engaged with the local road network rather than cruising at high speeds. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch on this path, as the longest segment on Spring Lake Highway is 0 miles, meaning you will be making frequent turns throughout the 52-minute duration. This is an ideal road for drivers who prefer a more hands-on, technical experience behind the wheel.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 275. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.2 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 13.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.7 miles (I 275): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 South Brooksville, FL to Tampa, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Petersburg along the way.
Saint Petersburg
31.7 mi in|~38m|via I 275
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 49.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 13.2 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.7 miles (I 275): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tampa, FL before heading back.
