Origin
Riverview, FL
Afternoon in Riverview on Friday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverview, FL to St. Petersburg, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
35.2 mi
57 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverview, FL
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St. Petersburg, FL
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Trip Overview
This 45.4-mile journey from Riverview to St. Petersburg, Florida, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 49 minutes to complete. Expect a fuel cost of around $8 for this drive. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll navigate through varied city and suburban environments rather than long stretches of highway. With no designated stops and a relatively short duration, this trip is ideal for a spontaneous outing or as a quick transfer between the Tampa Bay area communities. You'll stay within the state of Florida for the entire duration.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 35.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with no highway percentage contributing to the mileage. This suggests a journey that involves frequent turns and navigation through urban and suburban settings, rather than sustained high-speed travel. The absence of a 'longest stretch' metric further emphasizes the stop-and-go nature of this drive. Be prepared for a dynamic experience as you transition through different local road networks, which may include various speed limits and traffic conditions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 14.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Lee Roy Selmon Expressway and West Gandy Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 35.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.4 miles (US 92 / Gandy Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
|
FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Merge onto FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
17.3 mi into trip
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~23m in
|
FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
25.4 mi into trip
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~34m in
|
US 92 / Gandy Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto US 92 / Gandy Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
28.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
I 275
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange Groves Winery
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 23B
Toward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Riverview, FL and St. Petersburg, FL, road signs point toward Toll Fl 618: Tampa, Saint Petersburg and Florida Orange Groves Winery.
Toll Fl 618: Tampa
4.9 mi in
|
~7m
Saint Petersburg
4.9 mi in
|
~7m
Florida Orange Groves Winery
33.2 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Roy Selmon Expressway | 14.3 mi | 18m |
| West Gandy Boulevard | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| I 275 | 5 mi | 5m |
| US 301 | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Gandy Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| 5th Avenue North | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 34th Street North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 34th Street South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
— 14.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverview, FL and St. Petersburg, FL.
1
Start on US 301
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 301
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on US 301
511 ft
·
8 sec
·
US 301
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Continue on US 301
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
US 301
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Toll FL 618: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
5
Merge onto FL 618 Toll
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 618 Toll
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on US 92
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Gandy Boulevard
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 92
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Gandy Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg
10
Merge onto I 275
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 23B
Toward FL 595: Treasure Island, Florida Orange Groves Winery
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto FL 595
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue North
13
Turn left onto US 19
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
34th Street North
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 19
323 ft
·
14 sec
·
34th Street South
15
Arrive at destination
US 19
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.6 mi from Riverview, FL · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.6 miles from Riverview, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in St. Petersburg, FL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into St. Petersburg, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.60 one way
$11.21 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.09 | $12.19 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.55 | $13.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.43
Selmon Expressway
(14.3 mi)
$1.43
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.93 | $2.25 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
St. Petersburg, FL
Afternoon in St. Petersburg on Friday
Local time
3:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
48m 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 Riverview, FL to St. Petersburg, FL covers 35.2 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, West Gandy Boulevard, I 275. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.6 miles from Riverview, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.60 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.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 35.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.3 miles (FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.4 miles (US 92 / Gandy Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Riverview, FL and St. Petersburg, FL, road signs point toward Toll Fl 618: Tampa, Saint Petersburg and Florida Orange Groves Winery.
Yes. Nearby national parks include De Soto National Memorial.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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