The drive from Tampa, FL to Saint Augustine, FL covers 187.7 miles and takes about 3h 39m 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 95, US 1 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 131 miles on I 4.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.65 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93.8 miles from Tampa, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 46m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 187.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 39m highway drive covering 187.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 4 and I 95. The longest continuous stretch is about 131 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 20 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 131 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 187.7 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 0.6 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; at 134.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 275 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 275 North
7
1.5 mi into trip|~2m 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
7
134.4 mi into trip|~2h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
7
170.7 mi into trip|~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Saint Augustine
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 298
Toward US 1: Saint Augustine
9
171 mi into trip|~3h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes , Fort Matanzas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes ,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Tampa, FL and Saint Augustine, FL, road signs point toward Jacksonville, Faver Dykes and Fort Matanzas.
Jacksonville
132.9 mi in|~2h 31m
Faver Dykes
171 mi in|~3h 14m
Fort Matanzas
171 mi in|~3h 14m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 4
131 mi
2h 27m
I 95
35.3 mi
38m
US 1
16.3 mi
23m
I 275
0.7 mi
1m
Carrera Street
0.4 mi
1m
North Ashley Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
East Kennedy Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
Cordova Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 131 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Saint Augustine, FL.
1
Start on FL 60
400 ft·17 sec·East Kennedy Boulevard
2
Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
0.3 mi·49 sec·North Ashley Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 275
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 275 NorthUse the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 275
0.7 mi·1 min·I 275
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·42 sec
Exit 45BToward I 4 East: OrlandoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 4
61 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 4
13 mi·16 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
57 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: JacksonvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
35 mi·38 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 298Toward US 1: Saint AugustineUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
206 ft·4 sec
Toward US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes , Fort MatanzasUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto US 1
12 mi·15 min·US 1
17
Continue on US 1
4.2 mi·7 min·US 1
18
Turn right onto Carrera Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Carrera Street
19
At end of road, turn right onto Cordova Street
84 ft·3 sec·Cordova Street
20
Arrive at destination
Cordova Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93.8 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131 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 41 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.8 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Augustine, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL
This is one driving day of about 187.7 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Tampa, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 131 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.8 mi from Tampa, FL
· 1h 46m into the drive
The midpoint is around 93.8 miles from Tampa, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 4 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 131 miles.
Arriving in Saint Augustine, FL
The final approach into Saint Augustine, 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 Saint Augustine, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Sunday
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
St. Augustine, Florida
Near the end, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
$20 to $30
mile 187.7
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 174.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.65 one way
$61.31 round trip
$4.15/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$33.96
$67.93
premium
$4.90
$36.18
$72.36
diesel
$4.35
$32.15
$64.29
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.7 kg one way.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Winn-Dixie - Tesla Supercharger
Tampa, FL
Tesla
10 DCFC
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger
Tampa, FL
Tesla
10 DCFC
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger
Tampa, FL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Level 3 28 Kw Charger Reo Street
Tampa, FL
CHARGELAB
2 DCFC
C-HYUNDAI CPE2
Tampa, FL
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
Tesla: 3
CHARGELAB: 1
ChargePoint Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.3
0
$19.71
$9.01
Efficient EV
46.9
0
$16.42
$7.51
EV Truck/SUV
75.1
0
$26.28
$12.01
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Tampa, FL
Morning
in Tampa on Saturday
Local time
7:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Augustine, FL
Morning
in Saint Augustine on Saturday
Local time
7:22 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
4 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
3h 39m 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 Tampa, FL to Saint Augustine, FL covers 187.7 miles and takes about 3h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 4, I 95, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.8 miles from Tampa, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 187.7 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 0.6 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; at 134.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Tampa, FL and Saint Augustine, FL, road signs point toward Jacksonville, Faver Dykes and Fort Matanzas.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
