How far is Sneads, FL from Tampa, FL?
The driving distance from Sneads, FL to Tampa, FL is about 322.4 miles (518.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 241.8 miles (389.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sneads and Tampa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sneads and Tampa.
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Start on Taylor Street
12 m · 6 sec · Taylor Street
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Turn right onto Old Spanish Trail
88 m · 11 sec · Old Spanish Trail
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Turn right onto Gloster Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Gloster Avenue
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Continue on Blueberry Drive
4.4 mi · 8 min · Blueberry Drive
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Take the ramp left toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
2028 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
137.6 mi · 2 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
1959 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
160.5 mi · 2 hr 52 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 Sneads and Tampa.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I-75 South
Merge slight left
161 mi · 02h 52m
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.
Sunny leaving Sneads 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 Sneads to Tampa?
The road trip is about 322.4 miles (518.9 km) and usually takes 04h 48m 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?
Fort White is a useful midpoint, sitting about 161 miles from Sneads and 161.4 miles from Tampa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 241.8 miles (389.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 80.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.20 one way or $94.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Sneads and Tampa, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sneads and Mostly Sunny near Tampa.
Stop Ideas Near Fort White
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sneads and Tampa. Straight-line distance: 241.78 mi (389.1 km).
#1 Sneads
City in Jackson County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 1,754 |
| Coordinates | 30.7080100, -84.9255200 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| 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: 519 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 01m |
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 | $47.20 | $94.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $52.30 | $104.60 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $55.72 | $111.43 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $49.50 | $99.01 |
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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