This 207.6-mile drive from St. Petersburg, FL to the Lake Worth Corridor, FL is designed as a single-day adventure, with an estimated travel time of 4 hours and 38 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on FL 70 and FL 710, with some sections of SR 70, making it an 88% highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $33. Given the relatively straightforward nature and manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a day trip. You'll encounter a longest stretch of uninterrupted driving at 73.9 miles on FL 70, so plan your stops accordingly.
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
103.8 miles from St. Petersburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
FL 70
73.9 mi
1h 38m
FL 710
53.7 mi
1h 12m
SR 70
29 mi
39m
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
13.4 mi
15m
I 95
10.6 mi
12m
I 75
10.3 mi
11m
I 275
6 mi
8m
State Road 70
4.2 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
FL 70
— 73.9 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg, FL and Lake Worth Corridor, FL.
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Start on US 19
48 ft·5 sec·34th Street South
2
Turn right onto CR 150
0.2 mi·50 sec·Central Avenue
3
Turn right onto 31st Street South
0.7 mi·1 min·31st Street South
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
5
Merge onto I 275
4.9 mi·5 min·I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·17 sec
7
Merge onto I 275; US 19
13 mi·15 min·Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 275
1.1 mi·2 min·I 275
Toward I 75 South: Naples
9
Merge onto I 75
10 mi·11 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward SR 70
11
Keep slight left at fork
365 ft·11 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Turn slight left onto SR 70
4.2 mi·6 min·State Road 70
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on FL 70
0.2 mi·20 sec·FL 70
14
Continue on SR 70
29 mi·39 min·SR 70
15
Continue on FL 70
6.9 mi·9 min·FL 70
16
Turn straight onto FL 70
67 mi·1 hr 29 min·FL 70
17
Turn slight right onto FL 710
1.0 mi·1 min·FL 710
18
Continue on FL 710
53 mi·1 hr 10 min·FL 710
Use the left lane.
19
Turn sharp left onto FL 809
0.3 mi·42 sec·North Military Trail
20
Turn right onto FL 708
0.4 mi·49 sec·West Blue Heron Boulevard
Use the right lane.
21
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward I 95 South: West Palm BeachUse the right lane.
22
Merge onto I 95
11 mi·12 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 64Toward 10th Avenue NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn right onto 10th Avenue North
1.3 mi·3 min·10th Avenue North
Use the right lane.
25
Turn left onto FL 807
0.8 mi·1 min·South Congress Avenue
26
Turn right onto FL 802
0.7 mi·1 min·Lake Worth Road
27
Turn left
204 ft·7 sec
28
Continue on Gulfstream Road
498 ft·14 sec·Gulfstream Road
29
Arrive at destination
Gulfstream Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour and 38-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from St. Petersburg to avoid any potential traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $33, you'll want to ensure your tank is full before you leave, as your longest stretch without a significant break is 73.9 miles on FL 70. While this is a manageable day trip, having one planned stop can break up the journey nicely. Keep an eye on road signs for transitions between FL 70, FL 710, and SR 70 to ensure you're on the intended path.
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 103.8 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.9 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 46 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.8 miles or 2h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lake Worth Corridor, 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 207.6 miles and 4h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 FL 70 for about 73.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 0 and 204.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 150 / Central Avenue
Turn right onto CR 150 / Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in|I 275
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
31.9 mi into trip|~39m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
192.9 mi into trip|~4h 17m in|FL 708 / West Blue Heron Boulevard
Turn right onto FL 708 / West Blue Heron Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
204.4 mi into trip|~4h 31m in
Take the exit toward 10th Avenue North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 64
Toward 10th Avenue North
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.04 one way
$66.09 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$35.95
$71.89
premium
$4.72
$38.60
$77.20
diesel
$5.61
$45.84
$91.67
Estimated Tolls: $0.94
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
(13.4 mi)$0.94
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
$33
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.3
0
$21.80
$9.96
Efficient EV
51.9
0
$18.17
$8.30
EV Truck/SUV
83
1
$29.06
$13.29
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
St. Petersburg, FL
Morning
in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
NW 5 to 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Lake Worth Corridor, FL
Morning
in Lake Worth Corridor on Sunday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
17 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
4h 38m 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
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 14.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for 88% of this 207.6-mile journey. You'll spend a good portion of your time on roads like FL 70 and FL 710, which offer a steady pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 73.9 miles on FL 70, so it's a route that allows for consistent forward momentum. While largely highway, the specific roads chosen suggest a character that might transition from more developed areas to more open terrain as you progress across Florida.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.9 mi on FL 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 70 and FL 710. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 150 / Central Avenue.
Driving Effort9/10
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 18 significant decision points across 207.6 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: near the start (CR 150 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 38m. Total distance: 207.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.9 miles on FL 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.94 in tolls one way, starting with Sunshine Skyway Bridge. 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 Lake Worth Corridor, 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: near the start (CR 150 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Lake Worth Corridor, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
