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Trip from St. Petersburg, FL to Crawfordville, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 25m

Distance

257 mi

414 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 12m ★
6 AM
5h 25m
8 AM
5h 52m
10 AM
5h 35m
12 PM
5h 32m
3 PM
5h 36m
5 PM
5h 51m
8 PM
5h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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St. Petersburg, FL

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Downtown Crawfordville, FL, FL

Crawfordville, FL

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Trip Overview

This 257-mile drive from St. Petersburg, FL, to Crawfordville, FL, is a straightforward, single-day excursion, estimated to take about 5 hours and 25 minutes. With a fuel cost projected at $41, it's an economical trip. You'll primarily navigate via Young Boulevard and the Suncoast Parkway, with a manageable 32% of the journey on highways. The route offers a mixed driving experience, making it well-suited for a single day's travel without the need for an overnight stop. This trip keeps you within the state of Florida, traversing varied landscapes as you head north.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

128.5 miles from St. Petersburg, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Young Boulevard 66.5 mi 1h 25m
Suncoast Parkway 54.2 mi 59m
Suncoast Boulevard 47 mi 59m
Hampton Springs Avenue 42.9 mi 55m
I 275 15.2 mi 18m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Road 8 mi 11m
FL 589 Toll Express Lane 7.8 mi 9m
Veterans Expressway 5.5 mi 7m
Longest stretch: Young Boulevard — 66.5 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg, FL and Crawfordville, FL.

1

Start on US 19

0.4 mi · 1 min · 34th Street South
2

Turn right onto FL 595

1.2 mi · 2 min · 5th Avenue North
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 275 North
4

Merge onto I 275

15 mi · 18 min · I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 39 Toward FL 60: Clearwater, Tampa International Airport, Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward FL 60 East: Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
7

Continue on West Kennedy Boulevard

0.3 mi · 31 sec · West Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8

Turn left onto FL 60

0.7 mi · 1 min · Memorial Highway
Toward FL 589 Toll: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater Use the left / straight lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

4.5 mi · 6 min · Veterans Expressway
Toward FL 589 Toll Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

3.2 mi · 4 min · FL 589 Toll Express Lane
11

Merge onto FL 589 Toll

0.6 mi · 48 sec · Veterans Expressway
12

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

4.6 mi · 5 min · FL 589 Toll Express Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto FL 589 Toll

0.4 mi · 27 sec · Veterans Expressway
14

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

54 mi · 59 min · Suncoast Parkway
Toward Crystal River Use the straight lane.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Toward FL 44: Gulf to Lake Highway
16

Turn left onto FL 44

4.8 mi · 7 min · Gulf to Lake Highway
17

Continue on FL 44

0.9 mi · 1 min · Northeast 5th Street
18

Turn right onto US 19; US 98

47 mi · 59 min · Suncoast Boulevard
Use the right lane.
19

Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate

67 mi · 1 hr 25 min · Young Boulevard
20

Turn left onto US 98

43 mi · 55 min · Hampton Springs Avenue
21

Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Road

8.0 mi · 11 min · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Road
22

Turn left onto US 319

79 ft · 1 sec · Crawfordville Highway
23

Arrive at destination

US 319

Trip Plan

For this 5-hour, 25-minute drive, departing in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost around $41, the journey is quite manageable. Pay attention to your fuel gauge, especially before heading into longer stretches like the 66.5 miles on Young Boulevard. Given the mixed driving profile, be prepared for varying speed limits and road conditions. Since this is a feasible day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but starting early will make the most of your day.

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 128.5 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 57 miles or 1h 10m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 128.5 miles or 2h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crawfordville, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg, FL

This is one driving day of about 257 miles and 5h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from St. Petersburg, 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 Young Boulevard for about 66.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Homosassa Springs, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Homosassa Springs, FL

129 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

South Brooksville, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Chiefland, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.5 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Young Boulevard if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Ellianos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 91.8

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13522284397

Visit website

Bandit Coffee Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

0.6 mi

Ma Wish High Chai- Tea & Food

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Trenton, Florida

0.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Atlas Coffee Co LLC

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crawfordville, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 257

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+18505093274

Visit website

KC Wine Bistro

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

1.3 mi

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

1.3 mi

Ellianos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13522284397

Visit website

Bandit Coffee Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Ma Wish High Chai- Tea & Food

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 146.9

Trenton, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+18004619211

Visit website

Amy's On The Avenue

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+13525632697

Visit website

Tea House 650

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13525641500

Visit website

Huddle House

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 202

Perry, Florida

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+18508381853

Visit website

Beans and Greens Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13526991917

Visit website

Paradeco Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272226458

Visit website

Atlas Coffee Co LLC

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 257

Crawfordville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+18505093274

Visit website

KC Wine Bistro

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13524500008

Visit website

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13522288818

Visit website

Abound

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13526515166

Visit website

Wild Ox Coffee Co

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 257

Crawfordville, Florida

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

Visit website

Urban Crunch Creamery Cafe - Bexley

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 36.7

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+18136478618

Visit website

Lunar Bay Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 257

Crawfordville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18507456563

Visit website

The Under Grounds Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272703739

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 36.7

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 202

Perry, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 202

Perry, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18505843200

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 73.4

Brooksville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 257

Crawfordville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 73.4

Brooksville, Florida

+18887584389

Pepper Head's/Waco 21

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 202

Perry, Florida

Hours: 4 am–11 pm

+18505844900

SunStop Market #357

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 165.2

Cross City, Florida

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+13525417001

Visit website

Jj Gas & Grill

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 202

Perry, Florida

Hours: 5:15 am–9:15 pm

+18505842002

Country Kitchen

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 202

Perry, Florida

Hours: 4 am–12 pm

+18503715102

FloridaRAMA

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 12–3:30 pm

+17272105450

Visit website

Hershel's Quick Stop

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 128.5

Otter Creek, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13524866584

Crystal River Escape Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 1–9 pm

+13522284084

Visit website

Otter Creek Trading Post

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 128.5

Chiefland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19043090506

Visit website

Morean Arts Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17278227872

Visit website

Pier Dolphin Cruises

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+17276471538

Visit website

Salty Hook Sandwich Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 91.8

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13522284586

Visit website

The Dalí Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+17278233767

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 17.2 and 32.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
17.2 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward FL 60: Clearwater, Tampa International Airport, Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard

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 39 Toward FL 60: Clearwater, Tampa International A...
8
17.7 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward FL 60 East: Kennedy Boulevard, West Shore Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward FL 60 East: Kennedy Boulevard, West Shor...
6
18.3 mi into trip | ~25m in | FL 60 / Memorial Highway

Turn left onto FL 60 / Memorial Highway toward FL 589 Toll: Tampa International Airport, Clearwater

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left / straight lanes. Toward FL 589 Toll: Tampa International Airport...
7
19 mi into trip | ~26m in | FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway toward FL 589 Toll

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward FL 589 Toll
7
32.3 mi into trip | ~43m in | FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway toward Crystal River

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward Crystal River

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.91 one way

$81.82 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $44.50 $89.00
premium $4.72 $47.79 $95.58
diesel $5.61 $56.74 $113.48

Estimated Tolls: $3.69

Suncoast Parkway (54.2 mi) $3.25
Veterans Expressway (5.5 mi) $0.44

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

$41

Tolls

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 89.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 77.1 0 $26.98 $12.34
Efficient EV 64.3 0 $22.49 $10.28
EV Truck/SUV 102.8 1 $35.98 $16.45

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

St. Petersburg, FL

Morning in St. Petersburg on Sunday

Local time

9:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Crawfordville, FL

Morning in Crawfordville on Sunday

Local time

9:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

29 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

5h 25m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

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
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The personality of this drive is varied, blending highway speeds with more local road experiences. You'll encounter stretches on Young Boulevard and Suncoast Boulevard, interspersed with the Suncoast Parkway. While 32% of the drive is on highways, meaning you'll have opportunities for faster travel, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 66.5 miles on Young Boulevard, indicating significant portions where you'll be on less direct routes. This mix ensures the drive isn't a monotonous interstate crawl, offering a more engaging experience behind the wheel as the road conditions change.

32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.5 mi on Young Boulevard.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 257 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 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.3 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): 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.

Between St. Petersburg, FL and Crawfordville, FL, road signs point toward Tampa International Airport, Clearwater and Crystal River.

Tampa International Airport

17.2 mi in | ~22m

Clearwater

18.3 mi in | ~25m | via FL 60

Crystal River

32.3 mi in | ~43m | via FL 589 Toll

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 25m. Total distance: 257 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 66.5 miles on Young Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $3.69 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.

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 Crawfordville, 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 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.3 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Crawfordville, FL before the return drive.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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