How far is Tampa, FL from Saint Cloud, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Saint Cloud, FL is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 31m 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 45m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Polk County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Saint Cloud.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Saint Cloud.
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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
1.1 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4 East: Orlando
2472 ft · 42 sec
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Continue straight
60.9 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration
1380 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on Southern Connector Extension
4.2 mi · 5 min · Southern Connector Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward Osceola Parkway, Gaylord Convention Center
1973 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto Osceola Parkway
7.1 mi · 11 min · Osceola Parkway
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Continue on East Osceola Parkway
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Osceola Parkway
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Take the ramp right toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
2276 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
3.5 mi · 4 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud
2873 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Bronson Highway
3.4 mi · 5 min · Bronson Highway
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Continue on East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
679 ft · 15 sec · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
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Continue on 13th Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · 13th Street
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Take the exit straight
69 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Florida Avenue
1054 ft · 23 sec · Florida Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
7 m · 1 sec · 10th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Saint Cloud.
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 4 East
Continue straight
60.9 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Tampa and Mostly Sunny near Saint Cloud.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Saint Cloud?
The road trip is about 86.3 miles (138.9 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?
Polk City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.1 miles from Tampa and 43.2 miles from Saint Cloud.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 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 2:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.65 one way or $25.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Tampa and Mostly Sunny near Saint Cloud.
Stop Ideas Near Polk City
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 Polk City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Saint Cloud. Straight-line distance: 74.71 mi (120.24 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 Saint Cloud
A city in Osceola County, Florida.
| Population | 56,590 |
| Coordinates | 28.2489000, -81.2811800 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Cloud (-81.28118, 28.2489)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $14.93 | $29.87 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $13.27 | $26.53 |
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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