How far is Brownsville, FL from Tampa, FL?
The driving distance from Brownsville, FL to Tampa, FL is about 275.1 miles (442.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 200.6 miles (322.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 13m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Berrien County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brownsville and Tampa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brownsville and Tampa.
-
1
Start on the route
122 m · 32 sec
-
2
Turn left
23 m · 11 sec
-
3
Turn left onto Northwest 53rd Street
140 m · 22 sec · Northwest 53rd Street
-
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest 29th Avenue
102 m · 22 sec · Northwest 29th Avenue
-
5
Turn left onto Northwest 54th Street
2010 ft · 52 sec · Northwest 54th Street
-
6
Turn right onto Northwest 32nd Avenue
4.1 mi · 8 min · Northwest 32nd Avenue
-
7
Turn left onto Northwest 119th Street
1344 ft · 36 sec · Northwest 119th Street
-
8
Continue on Gratigny Parkway
5.1 mi · 7 min · Gratigny Parkway
-
9
Continue straight
16 mi · 17 min
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on Alligator Alley, Naples
237.7 mi · 4 hr 16 min
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa
2.4 mi · 3 min
-
12
Continue on Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
7.8 mi · 9 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
1212 ft · 31 sec
-
14
Turn straight onto East Kennedy Boulevard
1885 ft · 1 min · East Kennedy Boulevard
-
15
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brownsville and Tampa.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Alligator Alley
Keep slight left to continue on Alligator Alley, Naples
238 mi · 04h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Brownsville and Partly Sunny near Tampa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brownsville to Tampa?
The road trip is about 275.1 miles (442.8 km) and usually takes 04h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Three Oaks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 137.4 miles from Brownsville and 137.8 miles from Tampa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 200.6 miles (322.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 74.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:34 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.83 one way or $73.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 86.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Brownsville and Partly Sunny near Tampa.
Stop Ideas Near Three Oaks
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 Three Oaks.
Fort Myers, Florida
Port Charlotte, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brownsville and Tampa. Straight-line distance: 200.6 mi (322.83 km).
#1 Brownsville
Brownsville is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 25.8217600, -80.2411600 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area.
| Population | 407,599 |
| Coordinates | 27.9475200, -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kennedy Boulevard (-82.458429, 27.947518)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 443 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $36.83 | $73.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.27 | $41.46 | $82.92 |
| Premium | $4.61 | $44.79 | $89.58 |
| Diesel | $5.89 | $57.15 | $114.31 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Florida · Nov 10, 2026