Origin
New Port Richey, FL
Afternoon in New Port Richey on Sunday
Local time
4:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Port Richey, FL to Tampa, FL
Drive Time
49m
Distance
38.3 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Port Richey, FL
Arian Fernandez
Tampa, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Traveling from New Port Richey to Tampa covers a short 38.3-mile distance that typically takes about 49 minutes to complete. Because of the quick transit time, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, making an overnight stay unnecessary. You will primarily navigate via Grand Boulevard, State Road 54, and FL 589 to reach your destination within the same Florida region. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, this commute is highly economical for travelers. It is a straightforward, practical link between these two Florida hubs, ideal for those needing to move between the cities without a major time commitment.
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
19.1 miles from New Port Richey, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate rhythm. With 0% of the route categorized as highway, you will find yourself navigating local thoroughfares throughout the entire 38.3-mile journey. Grand Boulevard serves as your longest uninterrupted stretch, though it offers no long-distance highway cruising. The personality of this drive is defined by frequent turns and local traffic patterns, requiring your full attention as you transition between the two cities. You won't find high-speed stretches here, so prepare for a steady, hands-on driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grand Boulevard 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 New Port Richey, FL to Tampa, FL is easy. At 49m 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 New Port Richey, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Road 54 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FL 589 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Suncoast Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Veterans Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 275 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 275 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Grand Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Port Richey, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on Tennessee Avenue
112 ft
·
10 sec
·
Tennessee Avenue
2
Turn left onto Grand Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Boulevard
3
Turn left onto State Road 54
12 mi
·
17 min
·
State Road 54
4
Take the ramp slight right toward South FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway, Tampa
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway, Tampa
5
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Suncoast Parkway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Suncoast Parkway
7
Merge slight right onto Veterans Expressway
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Expressway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Expressway
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Expressway
9
Keep slight left to continue on FL 589 Toll Express Lane
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
FL 589 Toll Express Lane
10
Merge slight right onto Veterans Expressway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Veterans Expressway
11
Continue on Memorial Highway
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Memorial Highway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Memorial Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Memorial Highway
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 275 North: Tampa
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 275 North: Tampa
14
Merge slight left onto I 275: Tampa
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 275: Tampa
15
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown East, Downtown West
387 ft
·
9 sec
·
Downtown East, Downtown West
16
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown West, Ashley Drive, Tampa Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Downtown West, Ashley Drive, Tampa Street
17
Keep slight left to continue on Tampa Street, Seaport Aquarium, Amalie Arena, Harbour Island, Convention Center
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Tampa Street, Seaport Aquarium, Amalie Arena, Harbour Island, Convention Center
18
Turn slight right onto North Tampa Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
North Tampa Street
19
Turn left onto East Twiggs Street
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Twiggs Street
20
Turn right onto North Franklin Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Franklin Street
21
Turn right onto East Kennedy Boulevard
174 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 49-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for local traffic patterns typical of Florida's urban corridors. There are no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, allowing you to complete the journey in one efficient go. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind, but otherwise, the lack of long highway stretches means you don't need to worry about complex refueling logistics. My best tip is to monitor real-time traffic updates for State Road 54 and FL 589 before you head out, as local congestion can impact your travel time more than the distance itself. Enjoy the ease of a short, manageable drive that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary hassle.
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 19.1 miles from New Port Richey, FL, or about 24m 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 38.3 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.1 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
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 New Port Richey, 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 New Port Richey, FL
This is one driving day of about 38.3 miles and 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Port Richey, 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 19.1 mi from New Port Richey, FL · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from New Port Richey, 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
$6.40 one way
$12.80 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| premium | $4.90 | $7.38 | $14.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.51 | $17.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in Tampa on Sunday
Local time
4:59 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
3 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
49m 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 New Port Richey, FL to Tampa, FL covers 38.3 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grand Boulevard, State Road 54, FL 589. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.1 miles from New Port Richey, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.40 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 New Port Richey, FL to Tampa, FL is easy. At 49m 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 New Port Richey, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Port Richey, FL to Tampa, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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