How far is Port Richey, FL from Tampa, FL?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Port Richey, Florida to Tampa, Florida. The distance is approximately 40.1 miles (64.6 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is 58 minutes.
Directions
- Head north toward Washington St, then turn right onto Washington St.
- Take a slight right onto US-19 N and continue straight to stay on US-19 N.
- Merge onto FL-589 S from US-19 N, following signs for Hutchison Rd.
- Keep left at the fork and follow signs for Ehrlich Rd, then merge onto I-275 S in Lake Magdalene.
- Take exit 45A toward Downtown E, then continue on N Orange Ave.
- Drive straight onto N Pierce St and finally, turn right onto E Zack St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using FL-589 S as it is a faster route with tolls.
- 🛣️ Be cautious of road closures on certain parts of I-275 S in Tampa.
- 💰 Keep some cash or a payment method ready for the tolls on FL-589 S.
- 🚧 Plan your trip accordingly and check for possible traffic delays.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 📱 Use a reliable navigation app to navigate through the route.
- 🕑 Leave some extra time for unforeseen delays or breaks during your trip.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Port Richey and Tampa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Richey and Tampa.
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Start on the route
33 m · 10 sec
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Turn right
29 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Washington Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Massachusetts Avenue
66 m · 8 sec · Massachusetts Avenue
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Turn right onto Adams Street
3091 ft · 2 min · Adams Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2835 ft · 58 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Nebraska Avenue
729 ft · 17 sec · Nebraska Avenue
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Continue on Main Street
2707 ft · 56 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Rowan Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Rowan Road
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Turn left onto State Road 54
10.1 mi · 15 min · State Road 54
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Take the ramp slight right toward South FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway, Tampa
546 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left
2247 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Suncoast Parkway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Suncoast Parkway
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Merge slight right onto Veterans Expressway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Veterans Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Expressway
3.9 mi · 5 min · Veterans Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on FL 589 Toll Express Lane
5.3 mi · 7 min · FL 589 Toll Express Lane
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Merge slight right onto Veterans Expressway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Veterans Expressway
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Continue on Memorial Highway
794 ft · 14 sec · Memorial Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Memorial Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275 North: Tampa
1333 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 275: Tampa
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown East, Downtown West
118 m · 9 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Downtown West, Ashley Drive, Tampa Street
1315 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Tampa Street, Seaport Aquarium, Amalie Arena, Harbour Island, Convention Center
692 ft · 18 sec
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Turn slight right onto North Tampa Street
1318 ft · 55 sec · North Tampa Street
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Turn left onto East Twiggs Street
86 m · 12 sec · East Twiggs Street
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Turn right onto North Franklin Street
587 ft · 32 sec · North Franklin Street
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Turn right onto East Kennedy Boulevard
53 m · 5 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Port Richey and Tampa.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Road 54
Turn left onto State Road 54
10.1 mi · 00h 15m
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 Port Richey and Mostly Sunny near Tampa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Port Richey to Tampa?
The road trip is about 40 miles (64.3 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Cheval is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Port Richey and 20.1 miles from Tampa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.85 one way or $11.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Port Richey and Mostly Sunny near Tampa.
Stop Ideas Near Cheval
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 Cheval.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Port Richey and Tampa. Straight-line distance: 27.48 mi (44.22 km).
#1 Port Richey
City in Pasco County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 3,041 |
| Coordinates | 28.2716800, -82.7195500 |
| 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: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.85 | $11.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $6.48 | $12.96 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $6.90 | $13.81 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $6.13 | $12.27 |
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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