Origin
Lutz, FL
Evening in Lutz on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lutz, FL to Tampa, FL
Drive Time
23m
Distance
14.9 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lutz, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Tampa, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lutz to Tampa is a quick, straightforward journey covering 14.9 miles. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 23 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Since the route stays entirely within Florida, you will experience a seamless transition between these two neighboring communities. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly cost-effective commute or visit. You won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations, as the short duration allows for maximum flexibility. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this direct path keeps your travel logistics simple and stress-free.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.4 miles from Lutz, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Because the highway share for this route is 0%, you will spend the entire 14.9 miles navigating surface streets like North Florida Avenue and East Bearss Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on North Florida Avenue, indicating that you will encounter frequent intersections and varied local traffic patterns. This drive requires your full attention as you transition through the downtown East-West corridors. It is an urban navigation experience that demands steady focus rather than long-distance highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Florida Avenue 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lutz, FL to Tampa, FL is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lutz, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Florida Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Bearss Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown East-West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Orange Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pierce Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Kennedy Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Florida Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lutz, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on the route
295 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Continue straight
3.0 mi
·
5 min
3
Keep slight right to continue on North Florida Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Florida Avenue
4
Turn left onto East Bearss Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Bearss Avenue
5
Take the ramp slight right
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
6
Merge slight left
8.2 mi
·
10 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown East-West
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Downtown East-West
8
Keep slight right
253 ft
·
6 sec
9
Keep slight left to continue on Downtown East, Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Downtown East, Jefferson Street
10
Continue on North Orange Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Orange Avenue
11
Turn straight onto Pierce Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pierce Street
12
Turn right onto East Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have the advantage of complete schedule flexibility to avoid peak traffic hours. Plan your departure to miss typical morning or evening rushes, as navigating local roads through Lutz and Tampa can become congested during those times. With zero planned stops required, you can easily handle the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will be minimal at approximately $2, so there is no need for extensive budget planning. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the downtown East-West access points before you leave, as the turn-heavy nature of these local roads can be tricky for first-time visitors.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 7.4 miles from Lutz, FL, or about 11m 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 14.9 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.4 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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 Lutz, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lutz, FL
This is one driving day of about 14.9 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lutz, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.4 mi from Lutz, FL · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.4 miles from Lutz, 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
$2.49 one way
$4.98 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.70 | $5.39 |
| premium | $4.90 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.31 | $6.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.09 | $0.95 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Evening in Tampa on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
23m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lutz, FL to Tampa, FL covers 14.9 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Florida Avenue, East Bearss Avenue, Downtown East-West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.4 miles from Lutz, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.49 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Lutz, FL to Tampa, FL is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lutz, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lutz, FL to Tampa, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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