How far is Saint Augustine, FL from Tampa, FL?
Fastest route
The distance between St. Augustine, Florida and Tampa, Florida is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometers). To travel from St. Augustine to Tampa, you can take I-75 South.
Directions
- Start on Water St and head south toward Mulberry St.
- Turn right onto Mulberry St.
- Turn left onto A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway/San Marco Ave.
- Turn right onto W Castillo Dr.
- Turn left onto N Ponce De Leon Blvd.
- Continue straight onto FL-20 W/Crill Ave. Pass by Taco Bell on the right.
- Turn left onto County Rd 315 S, then continue onto NE Hwy 315/NE Co Rd 315.
- Turn right onto E Hwy 318/Spring St.
- Turn right onto NW 77th St.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-75 S via the ramp to Tampa.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Tip: Check the traffic conditions on I-75 S before starting your journey to plan for any delays.
- 🛣️ Tip: Follow the signs for I-75 South to ensure you're on the correct route.
- ⛽ Tip: Consider filling up your gas tank before hitting the highway to avoid the need for a pit stop along the way.
- 🍽️ Tip: If you're looking for a place to eat during your trip, there are various dining options available along I-75 South.
- 🚧 Tip: Stay alert for any construction or roadwork along the route, as it may impact traffic flow.
- 🛣️ Tip: Use a GPS or navigation app to get real-time updates on the route and estimated travel time.
- ☀️ Tip: Don't forget to bring sunglasses and sunscreen, as you'll be driving through sunny Florida.
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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 03h 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.
A city in Seminole County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint Augustine and Tampa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Augustine and Tampa.
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Start on Cordova Street
26 m · 9 sec · Cordova Street
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Turn left onto Carrera Street
2066 ft · 2 min · Carrera Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Ponce de Leon Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · North Ponce de Leon Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on South Ponce de Leon Boulevard
15.4 mi · 22 min · South Ponce de Leon Boulevard
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Take the ramp left toward I 95 South: Miami
1740 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
35.3 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway
1439 ft · 35 sec
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Continue on I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando
156 m · 13 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 4, FL 400: Orlando, South Daytona
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 4 West: Orlando
3039 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
36.6 mi · 40 min
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Keep slight right
10.4 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
1699 ft · 44 sec
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Continue on I 4 West: Tampa
2550 ft · 1 min
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Continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1328 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
81.3 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Take the exit slight left toward FL 618 Toll: Port of Tampa, West Selmon Expressway Toll
1.1 km · 59 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Downtown, West Selmonm Expressway Toll
1161 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Downtown, West Selmon Expressway Toll
2296 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
1212 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto East Kennedy Boulevard
1885 ft · 1 min · 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 Saint Augustine 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 4 West
Merge slight left
81.3 mi · 01h 32m
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 Saint Augustine and Sunny near Tampa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint Augustine to Tampa?
The road trip is about 190.6 miles (306.8 km) and usually takes 03h 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?
Altamonte Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 93.8 miles from Saint Augustine and 96.7 miles from Tampa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 151.3 miles (243.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.3 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:34 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.92 one way or $55.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saint Augustine and Sunny near Tampa.
Stop Ideas Near Altamonte Springs
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 Altamonte Springs.
Winter Park
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Sanford
DeLand
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint Augustine and Tampa. Straight-line distance: 151.28 mi (243.46 km).
#1 Saint Augustine
County seat of St.
| Population | 16,518 |
| Coordinates | 29.8946900, -81.3145200 |
| Altitude | 0 |
| 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: 307 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $27.92 | $55.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $30.93 | $61.86 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $32.95 | $65.90 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $29.28 | $58.55 |
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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