Origin
Gulf Breeze, FL
Morning in Gulf Breeze on Monday
Local time
8:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gulf Breeze, FL to Tampa, FL
Drive Time
7h 6m
Distance
469.6 mi
756 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$78
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 55m
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6 AM
7h 6m
8 AM
7h 28m
10 AM
7h 14m
12 PM
7h 12m
3 PM
7h 15m
5 PM
7h 27m
8 PM
6h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tampa, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
The drive from Gulf Breeze, FL to Tampa, FL covers 469.6 miles and takes about 7h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Gulf Breeze Parkway, Avalon Boulevard, Garcon Point Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $78.45 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
234.8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 6m drive with frequent turns across 469.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gulf Breeze Parkway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 6m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gulf Breeze, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Breeze Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Avalon Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Garcon Point Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I-75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 275 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown East-West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Gulf Breeze Parkway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulf Breeze, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on the route
167 ft
·
16 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto Gulf Breeze Parkway
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Gulf Breeze Parkway
3
Turn left onto Avalon Boulevard
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Avalon Boulevard
4
Continue on Garcon Point Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Garcon Point Road
5
Continue on Avalon Boulevard
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Avalon Boulevard
6
Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 10 East: Tallahassee
7
Merge slight left
274 mi
·
4 hr 53 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
I-75 South: Tampa
9
Merge slight left
161 mi
·
2 hr 52 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 275 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
I 275 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
11
Continue on I 275 South: Airport, Tampa, Saint Petersburg
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 275 South: Airport, Tampa, Saint Petersburg
12
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown East-West
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Downtown East-West
13
Keep slight right
253 ft
·
6 sec
14
Keep slight left to continue on Downtown East, Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Downtown East, Jefferson Street
15
Continue on North Orange Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Orange Avenue
16
Turn straight onto Pierce Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pierce Street
17
Turn right onto East Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 234.8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL, or about 3h 33m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 103 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 234.8 miles or 3h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gulf Breeze, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gulf Breeze, FL
This is one driving day of about 469.6 miles and 7h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 103 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 234.8 mi from Gulf Breeze, FL · 3h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
235 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 103 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 234.8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tampa, FL
The final approach into Tampa, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Tampa, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$78.45 one way
$156.89 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
164 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $84.97 | $169.94 |
| premium | $4.90 | $90.52 | $181.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $104.33 | $208.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$78
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$103–$128
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 164.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $49 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 140.9 | 1 | $49.31 | $22.54 |
| Efficient EV | 117.4 | 1 | $41.09 | $18.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 187.8 | 2 | $65.74 | $30.05 |
Gas CO2
164 kg
EV CO2
55 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Tampa, FL
Morning in Tampa on Monday
Local time
9:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 6m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Gulf Breeze, FL to Tampa, FL covers 469.6 miles and takes about 7h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gulf Breeze Parkway, Avalon Boulevard, Garcon Point Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 234.8 miles from Gulf Breeze, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $78.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 6m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gulf Breeze, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Gulf Breeze, FL to Tampa, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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