How far is Auburndale, FL from St. Petersburg, FL?
The driving distance from Auburndale, FL to St. Petersburg, FL is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58 miles (93.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m 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 14m.
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.
Census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Auburndale and St. Petersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburndale and St. Petersburg.
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Start on North Bartow Avenue
3 m · 1 sec · North Bartow Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
2309 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Magnolia Avenue
7.2 mi · 11 min · Magnolia Avenue
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 7 min
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Continue on West Memorial Boulevard
3.6 mi · 6 min · West Memorial Boulevard
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Turn left
2865 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
27.6 mi · 31 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 Auburndale and St. Petersburg.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Memorial Boulevard
Merge slight left
27.6 mi · 00h 31m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Auburndale and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near St. Petersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Auburndale to St. Petersburg?
The road trip is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?
Mango is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Auburndale and 37.9 miles from St. Petersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58 miles (93.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 4:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.41 one way or $20.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Auburndale and Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near St. Petersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Mango
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 Mango.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Auburndale and St. Petersburg. Straight-line distance: 58.05 mi (93.43 km).
#1 Auburndale
City in Polk County, Florida, United States
| Population | 17,204 |
| Coordinates | 28.0653000, -81.7886900 |
| Altitude | 50 |
| 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: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $10.41 | $20.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $11.54 | $23.07 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $12.29 | $24.58 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $10.92 | $21.84 |
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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