How far is Tampa, FL from Astor, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Astor, FL is about 124.7 miles (200.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.3 miles (163 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 25m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 42m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Sumter County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Astor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Astor.
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Start on East Kennedy Boulevard
122 m · 17 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
1748 ft · 49 sec · North Ashley Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward I 275
1164 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 North
843 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
17 mi · 21 min
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Merge slight left
52.9 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 44: Inverness, Wildwood
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right
40 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
11.9 mi · 17 min
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Continue on West Main Street
3.7 mi · 7 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto East Dixie Avenue
544 ft · 15 sec · East Dixie Avenue
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Turn right onto East North Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · East North Boulevard
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Turn left onto County Road 44
10.9 mi · 16 min · County Road 44
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Turn left
17.5 mi · 26 min
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Turn right
4.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn right
2.6 mi · 4 min
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Turn right onto Butler Street
1212 ft · 57 sec · Butler Street
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Turn right onto Claire Street
30 m · 10 sec · Claire Street
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Turn left
18 m · 4 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 Tampa and Astor.
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 275 North
Merge slight left
52.9 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Sunny leaving Tampa and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Astor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Astor?
The road trip is about 124.7 miles (200.7 km) and usually takes 02h 42m 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?
Lake Panasoffkee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.4 miles from Tampa and 62.3 miles from Astor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.3 miles (163 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.4 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 1:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.25 one way or $36.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tampa and Patchy Fog then Sunny near Astor.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Panasoffkee
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 Lake Panasoffkee.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Astor. Straight-line distance: 101.26 mi (162.96 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Astor
Census designated place
| Population | 1,556 |
| Coordinates | 29.1624800, -81.5253500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Astor (-81.52535, 29.16248)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $18.25 | $36.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $20.22 | $40.44 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $21.54 | $43.08 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
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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