How far is St. Petersburg, FL from Bagdad, FL?
The driving distance from St. Petersburg, FL to Bagdad, FL is about 472.6 miles (760.5 km), with a travel time of about 08h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 327.3 miles (526.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 37m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Town in Madison County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between St. Petersburg and Bagdad.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg and Bagdad.
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Start on 34th Street South
2326 ft · 1 min · 34th Street South
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Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
1.2 mi · 2 min · 5th Avenue North
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Take the ramp left toward I 275 North
1811 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
37.7 mi · 47 min
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Merge slight left
160.3 mi · 2 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
820 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tallahassee
1569 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right
269.9 mi · 4 hr 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 191: Milton, Bagdad
1476 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto Garcon Point Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Garcon Point Road
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Turn slight left onto Church Street
831 ft · 28 sec · Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between St. Petersburg and Bagdad.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 West
Merge slight right
270 mi · 04h 49m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Clear leaving St. Petersburg and Patchy Fog near Bagdad.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from St. Petersburg to Bagdad?
The road trip is about 472.6 miles (760.5 km) and usually takes 08h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 236.3 miles from St. Petersburg and 236.2 miles from Bagdad.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 327.3 miles (526.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 145.3 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $69.15 one way or $138.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 148.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between St. Petersburg and Bagdad, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around St. Petersburg and Patchy Fog near Bagdad.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between St. Petersburg and Bagdad. Straight-line distance: 327.25 mi (526.65 km).
#1 St. Petersburg
The second most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 253,693 |
| Coordinates | 27.7708600, -82.6792700 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bagdad
Bagdad is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.5988000, -87.0322300 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bagdad (-87.03223, 30.5988)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 761 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $69.15 | $138.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $76.62 | $153.23 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $81.62 | $163.23 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $72.51 | $145.03 |
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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