How far is Okeechobee, FL from St. Petersburg, FL?
The driving distance from Okeechobee, FL to St. Petersburg, FL is about 137.1 miles (220.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.1 miles (191.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 30m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Okeechobee and St. Petersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Okeechobee and St. Petersburg.
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Start on Parrott Avenue
92 m · 13 sec · Parrott Avenue
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Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Street
108 m · 14 sec · Northeast 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Avenue
107 m · 14 sec · Northeast 2nd Avenue
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Turn right onto Park Street
63.6 mi · 1 hr 23 min · Park Street
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Turn straight onto East Hickory Street
8.4 mi · 12 min · East Hickory Street
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Continue straight
32.9 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75
1026 ft · 25 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Tampa
2607 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
9.9 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
5.7 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight left
1610 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight right onto Sunshine Skyway Bridge
14.3 mi · 17 min · Sunshine Skyway Bridge
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Take the exit slight left toward 31st Street South
1604 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Winery, Treasure Island, Tropicana Field
49 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto 31st Street South
2167 ft · 58 sec · 31st Street South
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue South
1303 ft · 40 sec · 5th Avenue South
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Turn right onto 34th Street South
1589 ft · 41 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 Okeechobee and St. Petersburg.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Park Street
Turn right onto Park Street
63.6 mi · 01h 23m
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 Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Okeechobee and Sunny then 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 Okeechobee to St. Petersburg?
The road trip is about 137.1 miles (220.6 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Arcadia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.6 miles from Okeechobee and 68.4 miles from St. Petersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.1 miles (191.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18 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 1:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.08 one way or $40.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Okeechobee and Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near St. Petersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Arcadia
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Okeechobee and St. Petersburg. Straight-line distance: 119.04 mi (191.58 km).
#1 Okeechobee
City in Okeechobee County, Florida, United States
| Population | 5,662 |
| Coordinates | 27.2439300, -80.8297800 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| 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: 221 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $20.08 | $40.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $22.24 | $44.49 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $23.70 | $47.39 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $21.05 | $42.11 |
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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