How far is Apopka, FL from St. Petersburg, FL?
The driving distance from Apopka, FL to St. Petersburg, FL is about 116.8 miles (187.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.7 miles (152.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apopka and St. Petersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apopka and St. Petersburg.
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Start on Central Avenue
672 ft · 21 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
759 ft · 33 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn slight right onto Orange Blossom Trail
1.6 km · 2 min · Orange Blossom Trail
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Turn left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Western Beltway
28.8 mi · 33 min · Western Beltway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
58.8 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 275 South: Tampa International Airport, Saint Petersburg
2249 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
21.3 mi · 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange Groves Winery
1409 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
1.2 mi · 2 min · 5th Avenue North
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Turn left onto 34th Street North
2693 ft · 1 min · 34th Street North
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Continue on 34th Street South
99 m · 14 sec · 34th Street South
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 34th Street South
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apopka and St. Petersburg.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 4 West
Merge slight left
58.8 mi · 01h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Apopka and Mostly Sunny near St. Petersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apopka to St. Petersburg?
The road trip is about 116.8 miles (187.9 km) and usually takes 01h 54m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gibsonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.3 miles from Apopka and 58.4 miles from St. Petersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.7 miles (152.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.09 one way or $34.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Apopka and Mostly Sunny near St. Petersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Gibsonia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gibsonia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apopka and St. Petersburg. Straight-line distance: 94.67 mi (152.36 km).
#1 Apopka
The most populous city in Orange County, Florida.
| Population | 53,870 |
| Coordinates | 28.6761700, -81.5118600 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| Country | United States |
#2 St. Petersburg
The second most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 253,693 |
| Coordinates | 27.7708600, -82.6792700 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
End: 34th Street South (-82.679372, 27.77086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 188 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $17.09 | $34.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $18.94 | $37.87 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $20.17 | $40.34 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $17.92 | $35.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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