How far is St. Petersburg, FL from Timber Pines, FL?
The driving distance from St. Petersburg, FL to Timber Pines, FL is about 53 miles (85.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
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
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City in Pinellas 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 Timber Pines.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg and Timber Pines.
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Start on 34th Street South
4 mi · 8 min · 34th Street South
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Continue on US Highway 19 North
9.1 mi · 13 min · US Highway 19 North
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay
556 ft · 14 sec
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Continue on US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
1947 ft · 50 sec · US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
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Take the exit straight toward US 19 North
1439 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left onto US Highway 19 North
2.9 mi · 4 min · US Highway 19 North
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Take the exit slight right toward Enterprise Road
862 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
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Take the ramp straight toward US 19 North
1661 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
32.8 mi · 51 min
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Turn right onto Timber Pines Drive
1280 ft · 58 sec · Timber Pines Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Timber Pines Boulevard
571 ft · 30 sec · Timber Pines Boulevard
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Turn left onto Augusta Drive
751 ft · 34 sec · Augusta Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Westchester Boulevard
786 ft · 40 sec · Westchester Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Timber Pines Boulevard
3277 ft · 2 min · Timber Pines Boulevard
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Turn right
1760 ft · 2 min
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Turn left
89 m · 21 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between St. Petersburg and Timber Pines.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 19 North
Merge slight left
32.8 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving St. Petersburg and Mostly Sunny near Timber Pines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from St. Petersburg to Timber Pines?
The road trip is about 53 miles (85.3 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Tarpon Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.6 miles from St. Petersburg and 26.4 miles from Timber Pines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.5 miles (78.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.76 one way or $15.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around St. Petersburg and Mostly Sunny near Timber Pines.
Stop Ideas Near Tarpon Springs
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between St. Petersburg and Timber Pines. Straight-line distance: 48.55 mi (78.13 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 Timber Pines
Census-designated place in Hernando County, Florida
| Population | 5,386 |
| Coordinates | 28.4702800, -82.6031600 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Timber Pines (-82.60316, 28.47028)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.76 | $15.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.59 | $17.19 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $9.16 | $18.31 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $8.13 | $16.27 |
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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