How far is St. Petersburg, FL from Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL?
The driving distance from St. Petersburg, FL to Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL is about 172.3 miles (277.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.5 miles (235.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Osceola County, Florida, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between St. Petersburg and Ormond-by-the-Sea.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg and Ormond-by-the-Sea.
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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
21.4 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4 East: Orlando
2472 ft · 42 sec
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Continue straight
60.9 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight left
13.4 mi · 16 min
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Keep slight right
56.7 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
1195 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Jacksonville
1.6 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
1862 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Granada Boulevard
5.4 mi · 11 min · Granada Boulevard
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Turn left onto Ocean Shore Boulevard
4.3 mi · 8 min · Ocean Shore Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ocean Shore Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between St. Petersburg and Ormond-by-the-Sea.
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 East
Continue straight
60.9 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving St. Petersburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ormond-by-the-Sea.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from St. Petersburg to Ormond-by-the-Sea?
The road trip is about 172.3 miles (277.3 km) and usually takes 03h 29m 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?
Celebration is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.2 miles from St. Petersburg and 86.1 miles from Ormond-by-the-Sea.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.5 miles (235.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.8 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 10:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.22 one way or $50.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around St. Petersburg and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ormond-by-the-Sea.
Stop Ideas Near Celebration
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Windermere Town Hall
Kissimmee City Hall
Celebration Town Hall
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Celebration.
Kissimmee
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Winter Park
Winter Haven
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between St. Petersburg and Ormond-by-the-Sea. Straight-line distance: 146.53 mi (235.81 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 Ormond-by-the-Sea
Census-designated place in Volusia County, Florida
| Population | 7,406 |
| Coordinates | 29.3491400, -81.0664500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ormond-by-the-Sea (-81.06645, 29.34914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
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 | $25.22 | $50.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $27.94 | $55.89 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $29.77 | $59.54 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $26.45 | $52.90 |
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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