How far is Hudson, FL from St. Petersburg, FL?
The driving distance from Hudson, FL to St. Petersburg, FL is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41 miles (66 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Pinellas County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hudson and St. Petersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudson and St. Petersburg.
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Start on the route
50 m · 16 sec
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Turn left
39 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Hudson Avenue
4 m · 8 sec · Hudson Avenue
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Take the ramp sharp left
63 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 19
34.1 mi · 52 min · US Highway 19
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Keep slight left to continue on US Highway 19 North
4.4 mi · 6 min · US Highway 19 North
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Continue on 34th Street North
4.1 mi · 8 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 Hudson 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.
US Highway 19
Merge slight left onto US Highway 19
34.1 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Sunny leaving Hudson and Sunny near St. Petersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hudson to St. Petersburg?
The road trip is about 57.6 miles (92.7 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Palm Harbor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Hudson and 36.2 miles from St. Petersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41 miles (66 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.79 one way or $15.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hudson and Sunny near St. Petersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Palm Harbor
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Belleair Bluffs City Hall
Clearwater Water System Maintenance
Dunedin City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Palm Harbor.
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Union Station
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Bradenton, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hudson and St. Petersburg. Straight-line distance: 41.02 mi (66.02 km).
#1 Hudson
Hudson is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 28.3644500, -82.6934300 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| 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: US 19 (-82.679372, 27.77086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $3.84 | $7.79 | $15.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $8.78 | $17.55 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $9.46 | $18.93 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $12.02 | $24.05 |
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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