How far is Tampa, FL from Ferry Pass, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Ferry Pass, FL is about 462.7 miles (744.6 km), with a travel time of about 08h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 336.8 miles (542.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 42m 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 21m.
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 Tampa and Ferry Pass.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Ferry Pass.
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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
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
283 mi · 5 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 291
1775 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 291 North: University of West Florida
75 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto North Davis Highway
1661 ft · 45 sec · North Davis Highway
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Turn right onto East Olive Road
2537 ft · 57 sec · East Olive Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Olive Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Ferry Pass.
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
283 mi · 05h 03m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tampa and Sunny near Ferry Pass.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Ferry Pass?
The road trip is about 462.7 miles (744.6 km) and usually takes 08h 21m 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?
Greenville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 231.3 miles from Tampa and 231.3 miles from Ferry Pass.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 336.8 miles (542.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 125.9 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 $67.74 one way or $135.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 145.1 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Tampa and Ferry Pass, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tampa and Sunny near Ferry Pass.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Ferry Pass. Straight-line distance: 336.87 mi (542.14 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 Ferry Pass
CDP in Florida
| Population | 28,921 |
| Coordinates | 30.5102000, -87.2124700 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ferry Pass (-87.21247, 30.5102)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 745 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $67.74 | $135.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $75.05 | $150.11 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $79.95 | $159.90 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $71.04 | $142.07 |
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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