Drive Time
52m
Distance
32.5 mi
52 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
The drive from Port Richey, FL to Saint Leo, FL covers 32.5 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Road 52, US Highway 19, Old State Road 52 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.7 miles on State Road 52. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
16.2 miles from Port Richey, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Expect a 52m drive with frequent turns across 32.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near US 19 / US Highway 19.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 52m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US 19 / US Highway 19): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (FL 52 / State Road 52): Lane positioning matters here; at 31.5 miles (CR 52 / Old State Road 52): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Merge onto US 19 / US Highway 19
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto FL 52 / State Road 52
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto CR 52 / Old State Road 52
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Road 52 | 24.7 mi | 37m |
| US Highway 19 | 4 mi | 7m |
| Old State Road 52 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Washington Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Port Richey, FL and Saint Leo, FL.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Washington Street
Merge onto US 19
Turn right onto FL 52
Turn slight left
Continue on CR 52
Enter roundabout onto CR 52
Continue on CR 52
Turn left
Enter roundabout
Continue
Turn right
Arrive at destination
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.
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 32.5 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.2 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Leo, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Port Richey, 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 Port Richey, FL
This is one driving day of about 32.5 miles and 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.2 mi from Port Richey, FL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 32.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.2 miles from Port Richey, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Saint Leo, 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 Saint Leo, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.43 one way
$10.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.88 | $11.76 |
| premium | $4.90 | $6.26 | $12.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Night in Port Richey on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Saint Leo on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
69°F
Clearwater, FL
16 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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