Trip from Pine Ridge, FL to Tampa, FL

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Drive Time

1h 45m

Distance

83.7 mi

135 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

1h 38m ★

6 AM

1h 46m

8 AM

2h 1m

10 AM

1h 51m

12 PM

1h 50m

3 PM

1h 52m

5 PM

2h 1m

8 PM

1h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 83.7-mile drive from Pine Ridge to Tampa, Florida, is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. You'll primarily navigate Florida's efficient toll road system, including the Suncoast Parkway and Veterans Expressway (FL 589 Toll Express Lane), which account for 87% of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this route offers a practical and direct path for your travels within Florida. The generally highway-focused profile means you can expect a consistent pace, making it a reliable option for getting from point A to point B without significant detours.

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

41.8 miles from Pine Ridge, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this 83.7-mile route. The vast majority of your drive, 87%, will be on well-maintained expressways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 56.5 miles on the Suncoast Parkway, allowing for a steady pace. The character of the drive remains consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery, as you transition from the Pine Ridge area towards the bustling Tampa region. This highway profile means you'll likely experience smooth sailing for most of the journey.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Suncoast Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 56.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Suncoast Parkway and Veterans Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 66.2 miles in near FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 83.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 66.2 miles (FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 77 miles (FL 60 / Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

66.2 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto FL 589 Toll / Veterans Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

77 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in | FL 60 / Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 60 / Memorial Highway toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg

82.8 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Take the exit toward Downtown East, Downtown West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 44 Toward Downtown East, Downtown West

82.8 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown West, Ashley Drive, Tampa Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Downtown West, Ashley Drive, Tampa Stree...

83.1 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Tampa Street, Seaport Aquarium, Amalie Arena, Harbour Island, Convention Center

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward Tampa Street, Seaport Aquarium, Amalie A...

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Pine Ridge, FL and Tampa, FL, road signs point toward Tampa:st. Petersburg and St. Petersburg.

Tampa:st. Petersburg

75.3 mi in | ~1h 32m | via FL 589 Toll

St. Petersburg

76.8 mi in | ~1h 34m | via FL 60

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Suncoast Parkway	56.5 mi	1h 1m
Veterans Expressway	6.9 mi	8m
FL 589 Toll Express Lane	5.3 mi	6m
I 275	4.2 mi	5m
North Lecanto Highway	3.2 mi	5m
West Norvell Bryant Highway	2.1 mi	3m
West Pine Ridge Boulevard	1.6 mi	3m
Memorial Highway	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Suncoast Parkway — 56.5 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pine Ridge, FL and Tampa, FL.

Start on North Mallows Circle

0.2 mi · 45 sec · North Mallows Circle

Turn left onto North Cliff Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Cliff Drive

At end of road, turn left onto West Pine Ridge Boulevard

1.6 mi · 3 min · West Pine Ridge Boulevard

Turn right onto CR 491

3.2 mi · 5 min · North Lecanto Highway

Turn right onto CR 486

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Norvell Bryant Highway

Turn left

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward FL 589 Toll: Suncoast Parkway

Continue on FL 589 Toll

56 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Suncoast Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto FL 589 Toll

1.6 mi · 1 min · Veterans Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto FL 589 Toll

3.9 mi · 4 min · Veterans Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 589 Toll

5.3 mi · 6 min · FL 589 Toll Express Lane

Merge onto FL 589 Toll

1.5 mi · 2 min · Veterans Expressway

Toward Tampa:St. Petersburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on FL 60

0.2 mi · 13 sec · Memorial Highway

Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 60

1.4 mi · 2 min · Memorial Highway

Toward FL 60: Tampa, St. Petersburg Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 275 North: Tampa Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 275

4.2 mi · 5 min · I 275

Toward I 275: Tampa Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

386 ft · 9 sec

Exit 44 Toward Downtown East, Downtown West Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward Downtown West, Ashley Drive, Tampa Street Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 17 sec

Toward Tampa Street, Seaport Aquarium, Amalie Arena, Harbour Island, Convention Center Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Turn slight right onto US 41 Business

0.2 mi · 54 sec · North Tampa Street

Turn left onto East Twiggs Street

282 ft · 12 sec · East Twiggs Street

Turn right onto North Franklin Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · North Franklin Street

Turn right onto FL 60

174 ft · 4 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard

Arrive at destination

FL 60

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 45-minute duration, this trip from Pine Ridge to Tampa offers plenty of flexibility; you can depart whenever it suits your schedule. With no planned stops, consider leaving a bit earlier to enjoy a relaxed arrival in Tampa. The majority of the route is on toll roads, so ensure you have your SunPass or be prepared for potential toll charges. The longest stretch without a break is 56.5 miles, so plan your fuel and restroom needs accordingly before you begin the Suncoast Parkway portion to ensure a smooth journey.

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 41.8 miles from Pine Ridge, FL, or about 54m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.5 miles.

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 80 miles or 1h 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.8 miles or 54m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pine Ridge, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Pine Ridge, FL

This is one driving day of about 83.7 miles and 1h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pine Ridge, 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.

The longest stretch is on Suncoast Parkway for about 56.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.8 mi from Pine Ridge, FL · 54m into the drive

county seat of Pinellas County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Clearwater, FL

42 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.

Popular next leg

Clearwater, FL to Tampa, FL

23.3 mi · 37m

Pacing Suggestions

St. Petersburg, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clearwater, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.8 miles from Pine Ridge, 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

$13.32 one way

$26.65 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$14.49	$28.99
premium	$4.72	$15.56	$31.13
diesel	$5.61	$18.48	$36.96

Estimated Tolls: $3.95

Suncoast Parkway (56.5 mi) $3.39

Veterans Expressway (6.9 mi) $0.56

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.1	$8.79	$4.02
Efficient EV	20.9	$7.32	$3.35
EV Truck/SUV	33.5	$11.72	$5.36

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 9 hours ago

Origin

Pine Ridge, FL

Late night in Pine Ridge on Wednesday

Local time

5:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tampa, FL

Late night in Tampa on Wednesday

Local time

5:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Mostly Clear

E 7 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 4:28PM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 12:29PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

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

1h 45m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Pine Ridge, FL to Tampa, FL covers 83.7 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Suncoast Parkway, Veterans Expressway, FL 589 Toll Express Lane. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.8 miles from Pine Ridge, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.32 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.

Between Pine Ridge, FL and Tampa, FL, road signs point toward Tampa:st. Petersburg and St. Petersburg.

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Trip from Pine Ridge, FL to Tampa, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Tampa, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pine Ridge, FL

Tampa, FL

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 45m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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