How far is Tampa, FL from Five Points, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Five Points, FL is about 173.3 miles (278.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 13m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Five Points.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Five Points.
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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
148.5 mi · 2 hr 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 47: Fort White, Lake City
1114 ft · 29 sec
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Turn straight onto Southwest State Road 47
3.6 mi · 6 min · Southwest State Road 47
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Turn straight onto Southwest Main Boulevard
2.5 mi · 4 min · Southwest Main Boulevard
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Turn sharp right onto Northwest Bascom Norris Drive
1897 ft · 43 sec · Northwest Bascom Norris Drive
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Turn left onto North Marion Avenue
2071 ft · 42 sec · North Marion Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Marion Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Five Points.
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
149 mi · 02h 39m
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.
Sunny leaving Tampa and Sunny near Five Points.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Five Points?
The road trip is about 173.3 miles (278.9 km) and usually takes 03h 13m 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?
Belleview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.8 miles from Tampa and 86.5 miles from Five Points.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:32 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.46 one way or $46.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tampa and Sunny near Five Points.
Stop Ideas Near Belleview
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Belleview City Hall Park
Ocala Citizens' Circle
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Belleview.
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DeLand
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Five Points. Straight-line distance: 156.64 mi (252.08 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 Five Points
Five Points is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.2091200, -82.6373500 |
| Altitude | 50 |
| Country | United States |
End: Five Points (-82.63735, 30.20912)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 279 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.83 | $23.46 | $46.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $26.44 | $52.88 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $28.54 | $57.08 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $36.36 | $72.72 |
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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