The drive from St. Petersburg, FL to Campbell, FL covers 91.2 miles and takes about 1h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 4, I 275, South Orange Blossom Trail for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 57 miles on I 4.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.52 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.
Midpoint
45.6 miles from St. Petersburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 91.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 51m highway drive covering 91.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 4 and I 275. The longest continuous stretch is about 57 miles on I 4.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 57 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and I 275. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near I 275.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip|~4m in|I 275
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
23.4 mi into trip|~31m in
Take the exit toward I 4 East: Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 45B
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
8
80.8 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward CR 532: Poinciana, Kissimmee
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 58
Toward CR 532: Poinciana, Kissimmee
9
81 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Poinciana, Kissimmee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Poinciana, Kissimmee
6
85.4 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 17; US 92 / South Orange Blossom Trail
At end of road, turn left onto US 17; US 92 / South Orange Blossom Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between St. Petersburg, FL and Campbell, FL, road signs point toward Cr 532: Poinciana, Kissimmee and Poinciana.
Cr 532: Poinciana
80.8 mi in|~1h 34m
Kissimmee
80.8 mi in|~1h 34m
Poinciana
81 mi in|~1h 34m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 4
57 mi
1h 2m
I 275
21.4 mi
27m
South Orange Blossom Trail
5.7 mi
9m
Osceola Polk Line Road
4.2 mi
6m
5th Avenue North
1.2 mi
2m
34th Street South
0.4 mi
1m
Durwood Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 57 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg, FL and Campbell, FL.
1
Start on US 19
0.4 mi·1 min·34th Street South
2
Turn right onto FL 595
1.2 mi·2 min·5th Avenue North
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·49 sec
Toward I 275 North
4
Merge onto I 275
21 mi·27 min·I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·42 sec
Exit 45BToward I 4 East: OrlandoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 4
57 mi·1 hr 2 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 58Toward CR 532: Poinciana, KissimmeeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward Poinciana, KissimmeeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on CR 532
4.2 mi·6 min·Osceola Polk Line Road
Use the left lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 17; US 92
5.6 mi·8 min·South Orange Blossom Trail
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 17; US 92
0.1 mi·22 sec·South Orange Blossom Trail
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Durwood Street
0.1 mi·25 sec·Durwood Street
13
Arrive at destination
Durwood Street
Trip Plan
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 45.6 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57 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 20 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 55m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Campbell, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving St. Petersburg, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from St. Petersburg, FL
This is one driving day of about 91.2 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from St. Petersburg, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 57 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.6 mi from St. Petersburg, FL
· 55m into the drive
The midpoint is around 45.6 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Campbell, FL
The final approach into Campbell, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.52 one way
$29.03 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$15.79
$31.58
premium
$4.72
$16.96
$33.92
diesel
$5.61
$20.14
$40.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.4
0
$9.58
$4.38
Efficient EV
22.8
0
$7.98
$3.65
EV Truck/SUV
36.5
0
$12.77
$5.84
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
St. Petersburg, FL
Late night
in St. Petersburg on Friday
Local time
1:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Campbell, FL
Late night
in Campbell on Friday
Local time
1:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
24 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 51m 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Campbell, FL covers 91.2 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 4, I 275, South Orange Blossom Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.6 miles from St. Petersburg, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.52 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between St. Petersburg, FL and Campbell, FL, road signs point toward Cr 532: Poinciana, Kissimmee and Poinciana.
Yes. Nearby national parks include De Soto National Memorial.
