How far is Tampa, FL from Pensacola, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Pensacola, FL is about 468.2 miles (753.5 km), with a travel time of about 08h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 334 miles (537.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 54m 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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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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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 Pensacola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Pensacola.
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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
283.4 mi · 5 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
4.9 mi · 6 min · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90: Cervantes Street
2120 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right onto East Cervantes Street
805 ft · 20 sec · East Cervantes Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Cervantes Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Pensacola.
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 04m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Tampa and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pensacola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Pensacola?
The road trip is about 468.2 miles (753.5 km) and usually takes 08h 27m 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 234.1 miles from Tampa and 234.1 miles from Pensacola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 334 miles (537.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 134.2 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 $68.52 one way or $137.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 146.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Tampa and Pensacola, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Tampa and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pensacola.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Pensacola. Straight-line distance: 334.02 mi (537.56 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 Pensacola
The most populous city in Escambia County, Florida.
| Population | 53,142 |
| Coordinates | 30.4213100, -87.2169100 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pensacola (-87.21691, 30.42131)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 754 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $68.52 | $137.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $75.93 | $151.85 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $80.88 | $161.76 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $71.86 | $143.72 |
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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