Origin
St. Petersburg, FL
Evening in St. Petersburg on Wednesday
Local time
7:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from St. Petersburg, FL to Center Hill, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
89.2 mi
143 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
★
6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
St. Petersburg, FL
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Center Hill, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from St. Petersburg, FL to Center Hill, FL covers 89.2 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 5th Avenue North, I 275 North, FL 48 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.20 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
44.6 miles from St. Petersburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 51m drive with frequent turns across 89.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
5th Avenue North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from St. Petersburg, FL to Center Hill, FL is easy. At 1h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from St. Petersburg, FL to Center Hill, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 5th Avenue North | — | — |
| I 275 North | — | — |
| FL 48 | — | — |
| FL 48 East | — | — |
| Lawrence Street | — | — |
| East Noble Avenue | — | — |
| Palm Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
5th Avenue North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg, FL and Center Hill, FL.
1
Start on 34th Street South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
34th Street South
2
Turn right onto 5th Avenue North
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Avenue North
3
Take the ramp left toward I 275 North
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 275 North
4
Merge slight left
38 mi
·
46 min
5
Merge slight left
39 mi
·
41 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward FL 48: Bushnell
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
FL 48: Bushnell
7
Keep slight right to continue on FL 48 East: Bushnell, Dade Battlefield
118 ft
·
3 sec
·
FL 48 East: Bushnell, Dade Battlefield
8
Turn straight
2.3 mi
·
4 min
9
Turn right onto Lawrence Street
367 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lawrence Street
10
Continue on Lawrence Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Lawrence Street
11
Turn left onto East Noble Avenue
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
East Noble Avenue
12
Turn right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
13
Turn left
3.8 mi
·
6 min
14
Turn left onto Palm Avenue
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Palm Avenue
15
Arrive at your destination
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 44.6 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, or about 55m into the drive.
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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Center Hill, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 89.2 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.6 mi from St. Petersburg, FL · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.6 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Center Hill, FL
The final approach into Center Hill, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.20 one way
$28.40 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $15.44 | $30.89 |
| premium | $4.72 | $16.59 | $33.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.69 | $39.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
| Efficient EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.81 | $3.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.49 | $5.71 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Center Hill, FL
Evening in Center Hill on Wednesday
Local time
7:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
27 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 Center Hill, FL covers 89.2 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 5th Avenue North, I 275 North, FL 48. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.6 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 $14.20 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.
The drive from St. Petersburg, FL to Center Hill, FL is easy. At 1h 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from St. Petersburg, FL to Center Hill, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from St. Petersburg, FL to Center Hill, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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