Origin
Rotonda West, FL
Evening in Rotonda West on Sunday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rotonda West, FL to St. Petersburg, FL
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
76.6 mi
123 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rotonda West, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
St. Petersburg, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Traveling from Rotonda West to St. Petersburg covers 76.3 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Florida locations. Navigating through the local streets is the primary focus of this journey, as it relies on neighborhood-style roads rather than major interstate corridors. It serves as a straightforward connection for those moving between these regional points, offering a practical way to reach your destination efficiently.
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
38.3 miles from Rotonda West, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a high-speed interstate haul, this route features a 0% highway share, requiring your full attention as you navigate through Golfview Terrace, Golfview Road, and Rotonda Circle. The experience is defined by the technical nature of these local roads rather than long, monotonous stretches of asphalt. You will find that the character of the drive remains consistent throughout, prioritizing local connectivity over rapid transit. Because there are no major highway segments to cruise on, the journey feels more like a deliberate neighborhood navigation than a traditional cross-region road trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Golfview Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 76.6 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 0.1 miles (Golfview Road): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 55 miles (I 275): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Golfview Road
Turn left onto Golfview Road
Navigation decision point
5
20.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Tampa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
7
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
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I 275
Take the exit onto I 275 toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 228
Toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
7
75.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward 31st Street South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 20
Toward 31st Street South
7
75.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Winery, Treasure Island, Tropicana Field
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Winery, Treasure Island, Tropicana Field
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 34.4 mi | 36m |
| Sunshine Skyway Bridge | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| I 275 | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Jacaranda Boulevard | 5.2 mi | 10m |
| Placida Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Englewood Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| South Indiana Avenue | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| South McCall Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 34.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rotonda West, FL and St. Petersburg, FL.
1
Start on Golfview Place
143 ft
·
11 sec
·
Golfview Place
2
Turn left onto Golfview Terrace
516 ft
·
27 sec
·
Golfview Terrace
3
Turn left onto Golfview Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Golfview Road
4
Turn right onto Rotonda Circle
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rotonda Circle
5
Turn left onto Rotonda Boulevard West
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Rotonda Boulevard West
6
Turn right onto CR 775
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Placida Road
7
Turn left onto FL 776
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South McCall Road
8
Continue on FL 776
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Indiana Avenue
9
Continue on FL 776
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Englewood Road
10
Turn right onto CR 765
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Jacaranda Boulevard
11
Enter roundabout onto CR 765
215 ft
·
3 sec
·
Jacaranda Boulevard
12
Continue on CR 765
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jacaranda Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 75
34 mi
·
36 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto I 275
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 275
Exit 228
Toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
17
Merge onto I 275; US 19
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 20
Toward 31st Street South
Use the slight left lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
161 ft
·
9 sec
Toward Winery, Treasure Island, Tropicana Field
20
Turn left onto 31st Street South
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
31st Street South
21
Turn left onto 5th Avenue South
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
5th Avenue South
22
Turn right onto US 19
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
34th Street South
23
Arrive at destination
US 19
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 23 minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 76.3-mile distance in one go, as there are no mandated stops required to manage fatigue. Keep in mind that because you are traveling on local roads like Rotonda Circle, your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns and turns. Fill up your tank before you leave or budget for the $12 fuel cost to ensure you reach St. Petersburg without concern. Focus on staying alert for the frequent turns required by the local road layout to ensure a smooth arrival.
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 38.3 miles from Rotonda West, FL, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.4 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 76.6 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 58m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near St. Petersburg, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rotonda West, 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 Rotonda West, FL
This is one driving day of about 76.6 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rotonda West, 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 I 75 for about 34.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.3 mi from Rotonda West, FL · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 76.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Rotonda West, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in St. Petersburg, FL
The final approach into St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg, 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
$12.80 one way
$25.59 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $13.86 | $27.72 |
| premium | $4.90 | $14.77 | $29.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.02 | $34.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.00
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
(14.3 mi)
$1.00
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
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.68 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.72 | $4.90 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Evening in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 43m 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 Rotonda West, FL to St. Petersburg, FL covers 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Sunshine Skyway Bridge, I 275. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.3 miles from Rotonda West, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.80 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 76.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Golfview Road): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 55 miles (I 275): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rotonda West, FL to St. Petersburg, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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