Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters
Near the end, right off the route
Inverness, Florida
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+13527267060
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
98.5 mi
159 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
St. Petersburg, FL
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Inverness, FL
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If you are looking to escape the coastal bustle of St. Petersburg for the more inland setting of Inverness, this 98.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 1 minute behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily navigate via 5th Avenue North, I-275 North, and FL 60 to complete the trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $16, the drive is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Since the entire route stays within Florida, you won't have to worry about changing state regulations or major regional shifts, allowing for a relaxed pace throughout the day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.3 miles from St. Petersburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Suncoast Parkway | 54.2 mi | 59m |
| I 275 | 15.2 mi | 18m |
| Gulf to Lake Highway | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| Veterans Expressway | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| FL 589 Toll Express Lane | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Main Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 5th Avenue North | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Memorial Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg, FL and Inverness, FL.
Start on US 19
Turn right onto FL 595
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 275
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on West Kennedy Boulevard
Turn left onto FL 60
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 589 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll
Take the exit
Turn right onto FL 44
Continue on FL 44
Turn left onto North Pine Avenue
Turn right onto Courthouse Square
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility. I recommend leaving mid-morning to avoid the heaviest local traffic, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more taxing during peak hours. Budget your $16 for gas before you depart to ensure you don't have to hunt for a station mid-trip. Because there are no designated stops scheduled in the data, keep a close eye on your own comfort levels and pull over whenever you need a quick break. My top tip for this specific drive is to stay alert on the local roads and anticipate frequent turns, as the lack of highway segments means you will be navigating intersections and local turns for the entire 2-hour duration.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 22 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.3 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Inverness, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving St. Petersburg, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 98.5 miles and 2h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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.
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 49.3 miles from St. Petersburg, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+13527267060
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+13524231112
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The Under Grounds Coffee Co
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Inverness, Florida
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+13527267060
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Inverness, Florida
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+13524197942
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Inverness, Florida
Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm
+13524194033
Near the end, short detour
Inverness, Florida
Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm
+13524194911
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St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+17272226458
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Homosassa, Florida
Hours: 8:30 am–5:30 pm
+13524002432
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Land O' Lakes, Florida
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+18138096787
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Inverness, Florida
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13524231112
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Inverness, Florida
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+13524194329
Near the start, short detour
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+17272703739
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Inverness, Florida
Hours: 7 am–6 pm
+13524231690
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Spring Hill, Florida
Hours: 7 am–6 pm
+13522771279
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St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hernando, Florida
Hours: 7 am–6 pm
+13522493166
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Land O' Lakes, Florida
Hours: 8 am–9 pm
+18136478618
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Inverness, Florida
Around the midpoint, short detour
Land O' Lakes, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18668167584
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Clearwater, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Crystal River, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18668167584
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Near the end, short detour
Inverness, Florida
+31880109500
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 12–3:30 pm
+17272105450
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Inverness, Florida
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+13524194324
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17278227872
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 10 am–10 pm
+17276471538
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+17278233767
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
St. Petersburg, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+17278937441
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Homosassa, Florida
Hours: 9 am–5:30 pm
+13524235600
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13525403830
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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.
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
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
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
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway toward FL 589 Toll
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Suncoast Parkway toward Crystal River
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$15.68 one way
$31.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $17.06 | $34.11 |
| premium | $4.72 | $18.32 | $36.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.75 | $43.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.05
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
$16
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.34 | $4.73 |
| Efficient EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.62 | $3.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.79 | $6.30 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Inverness on Sunday
Local time
6:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a passive cruise down a straight interstate. Because 0% of this route is classified as highway, you will find yourself navigating local roads for the duration of the 98.5-mile trip. The character of the road is technical and requires frequent adjustments, which keeps the experience engaging from start to finish. Without long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the drive offers a consistent feel that prioritizes local navigation over high-speed transit. It is a practical route that favors steady, cautious driving over the monotonous grind often found on major freeways.
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 17.2 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 98.5 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between St. Petersburg, FL and Inverness, FL, road signs point toward Tampa International Airport, Clearwater and Crystal River.
Tampa International Airport
Clearwater
Crystal River
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 98.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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