Origin
St. Petersburg, FL
Afternoon in St. Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
3:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from St. Petersburg, FL to Seminole, FL
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.9 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
St. Petersburg, FL
Arian Fernandez
Seminole, FL
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from St. Petersburg to Seminole, you are in for a quick, 9.9-mile transit across Florida. Expect the drive to take roughly 18 minutes, making it an effortless day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via 5th Avenue North, Tyrone Boulevard North, and Bay Pines Boulevard. With a fuel cost of just $2, it is a highly economical way to move between these two neighboring areas. Since the entire journey stays within the same region, you won't experience drastic shifts in landscape, but the trip is perfect for those who prioritize efficiency over long-distance touring.
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
5 miles from St. Petersburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 9.9-mile journey is a quintessential turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will find zero highway miles here, as the route relies entirely on surface streets to connect your starting point to your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.4-mile segment along Tyrone Boulevard North. Because the path is comprised of frequent turns rather than open interstate lanes, you should prepare for a steady, stop-and-go pace. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that favors local connectivity over high-speed cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tyrone Boulevard North is the longest continuous segment at about 3.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 ALT / 5th Avenue North.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 3 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 ALT / 5th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (US-19 ALT / Tyrone Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (CR 694 / Park Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US-19 ALT / 5th Avenue North
Turn left onto US-19 ALT / 5th Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US-19 ALT / Tyrone Boulevard North
Turn right onto US-19 ALT / Tyrone Boulevard North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
9.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
CR 694 / Park Boulevard North
Turn left onto CR 694 / Park Boulevard North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tyrone Boulevard North | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Bay Pines Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| 5th Avenue North | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Seminole Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 34th Street South | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Park Boulevard North | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tyrone Boulevard North
— 3.4 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg, FL and Seminole, FL.
1
Start on US 19
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
34th Street South
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto US-19 ALT
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
5th Avenue North
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto US-19 ALT
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Tyrone Boulevard North
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US-19 ALT
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Bay Pines Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US-19 ALT
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Seminole Boulevard
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto CR 694
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Park Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
7
Arrive at destination
CR 694
Trip Plan
Since this is such a short trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility, allowing you to depart whenever it suits your personal timeline. You won't need to worry about planning formal stops, as the 18-minute duration makes the journey a breeze. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert for local traffic patterns and intersection changes along the main thoroughfares. To keep your transit smooth, ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent turning rather than sustained highway speeds. Budgeting $2 for fuel is more than enough for this quick commute, so you can focus on getting to your destination without any logistical stress.
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 5 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.4 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 9.9 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seminole, 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.
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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 St. Petersburg, FL
This is one driving day of about 9.9 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from St. Petersburg, 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 Tyrone Boulevard North for about 3.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5 mi from St. Petersburg, FL · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Seminole, FL
The final approach into Seminole, 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 Seminole, 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
$1.65 one way
$3.31 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
| premium | $4.90 | $1.91 | $3.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.20 | $4.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Seminole, FL
Afternoon in Seminole on Sunday
Local time
3:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
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
18m 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 Seminole, FL covers 9.9 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tyrone Boulevard North, Bay Pines Boulevard, 5th Avenue North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5 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 $1.65 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 straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 3 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (US-19 ALT / 5th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (US-19 ALT / Tyrone Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (CR 694 / Park Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from St. Petersburg, FL to Seminole, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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