How far is Ridge Manor, FL from Tampa, FL?
The driving distance from Ridge Manor, FL to Tampa, FL is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.5 miles (68.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Pasco County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ridge Manor and Tampa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridge Manor and Tampa.
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Start on Treiman Boulevard
1612 ft · 56 sec · Treiman Boulevard
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Continue on Treiman Boulevard
1688 ft · 29 sec · Treiman Boulevard
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Turn left onto Cortez Boulevard
4.5 mi · 7 min · Cortez Boulevard
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Take the exit slight left toward I 75 South: Tampa
3158 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
26.6 mi · 28 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
15.9 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown East-West
2767 ft · 49 sec
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Keep slight right
77 m · 6 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Downtown East, Jefferson Street
856 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on North Orange Avenue
1531 ft · 47 sec · North Orange Avenue
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Turn straight onto Pierce Street
1364 ft · 41 sec · Pierce Street
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Turn right onto East Kennedy Boulevard
1336 ft · 46 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 Ridge Manor and Tampa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 South
Merge slight left
26.6 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Widespread Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ridge Manor and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tampa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ridge Manor to Tampa?
The road trip is about 51.2 miles (82.4 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Wesley Chapel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.9 miles from Ridge Manor and 26.3 miles from Tampa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.5 miles (68.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.7 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.51 one way or $15.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Showers And Thunderstorms around Ridge Manor and Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Tampa.
Stop Ideas Near Wesley Chapel
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 Wesley Chapel.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ridge Manor and Tampa. Straight-line distance: 42.48 mi (68.36 km).
#1 Ridge Manor
Census-designated place in Hernando County, Florida
| Population | 4,513 |
| Coordinates | 28.5075000, -82.1703600 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| 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: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $7.51 | $15.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.32 | $16.64 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $8.86 | $17.72 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $7.87 | $15.75 |
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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