Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
41m
Distance
32.7 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tampa, FL
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Crystal Springs, FL
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This short, 32.7-mile drive from Tampa to Crystal Springs, Florida, will take you about 41 minutes, making it a perfect option for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $5, it's an economical journey. The route primarily utilizes I-4, Paul S Buchman Highway, and Alexander Street, offering a straightforward path. You'll spend about 63% of your time on highways, so expect a fairly direct transit through the Florida region. This trip is ideal if you're looking for a quick connection between these two Florida locales without needing an overnight stay.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 32.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This highway-focused drive spends 63% of its mileage on faster roads, giving you a sense of forward momentum. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 19.8 miles on I-4, allowing for a solid period of cruising. While much of the route is dedicated to efficient travel, you'll also navigate segments on Paul S Buchman Highway and Alexander Street. These latter roads might offer a slightly different driving experience compared to the interstate, potentially with more local traffic or varied speed limits as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and Paul S Buchman Highway. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Ashley Drive.
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 32.7 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 275 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 4 East: Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward FL 39, FL 39A: Alexander Street, Buchman Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto Bay Avenue
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Tampa, FL to Crystal Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Buchman Highway along the way.
Buchman Highway
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 19.8 mi | 22m |
| Paul S Buchman Highway | 7 mi | 8m |
| Alexander Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| I 275 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Ashley Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Kennedy Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bay Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Crystal Springs, FL.
Start on FL 60
Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 275
Take the exit
Continue on I 4
Take the exit
Turn left onto FL 39
Continue on FL 39
Turn right onto Bay Avenue
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$5.20 one way
$10.41 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $5.66 | $11.32 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Tampa on Friday
Local time
1:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Late night in Crystal Springs on Friday
Local time
1:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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