Trip from Tampa, FL to Youngstown, FL

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Drive Time

6h 41m

Distance

355.1 mi

571 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

6h 30m ★

6 AM

6h 42m

8 AM

7h 5m

10 AM

6h 50m

12 PM

6h 48m

3 PM

6h 51m

5 PM

7h 4m

8 PM

6h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 355.1-mile journey from Tampa to Youngstown, Florida, is a straightforward drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 41 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major interstates, with 94% of the drive on highways, making it an efficient option for reaching your destination. You'll spend most of your time on I-75 and I-10, with a portion on FL-20. Given the total duration, it's a manageable day trip, and the estimated fuel cost is around $57. This highway-focused drive is designed for making good time across the state.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

177.5 miles from Tampa, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 13m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for this 355.1-mile trip. With 94% of the route on interstates, the drive is characterized by fast-paced travel, primarily on I-75 and I-10. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 160.3 miles on I-75, offering a significant period of consistent driving. While largely interstate-based, the inclusion of FL-20 at some point introduces a slight variation in the road's character. This route prioritizes efficient transit over winding scenic byways.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 160.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Ashley Drive.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 355.1 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 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Ashley Drive

Turn right onto North Ashley Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

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

178.1 mi into trip | ~3h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee

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 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee

178.2 mi into trip | ~3h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee

300.4 mi into trip | ~5h 25m in

Take the exit toward FL 12: Gretna, Greensboro

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 174 Toward FL 12: Gretna, Greensboro

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 Youngstown, FL, road signs point toward Tallahassee, Greensboro and Fl `12 South: Greensboro.

Tallahassee

178.1 mi in | ~3h 14m

Greensboro

300.4 mi in | ~5h 25m

Fl `12 South: Greensboro

300.6 mi in | ~5h 26m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	160.3 mi	2h 51m
I 10	121.8 mi	2h 10m
FL 20	28.4 mi	39m
Bristol Highway	17.7 mi	23m
I 275	17 mi	20m
US 231	5 mi	6m
Greensboro Highway	2.4 mi	3m
Selman Street	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 160.3 mi, about 2h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Youngstown, FL.

Start on FL 60

400 ft · 17 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard

Turn right onto North Ashley Drive

0.3 mi · 49 sec · North Ashley Drive

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 275

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward I 275 North Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 275

17 mi · 20 min · I 275

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 75

160 mi · 2 hr 51 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10

122 mi · 2 hr 10 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Exit 174 Toward FL 12: Gretna, Greensboro Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

366 ft · 11 sec

Toward FL `12 South: Greensboro

Turn straight onto FL 12

2.4 mi · 3 min · Greensboro Highway

Continue on FL 12

0.6 mi · 1 min · Selman Street

Turn left onto FL 12

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Green Avenue

Continue on FL 12

18 mi · 23 min · Bristol Highway

At end of road, turn right onto FL 20

28 mi · 39 min · FL 20

Turn left onto US 231

5.0 mi · 6 min · US 231

Arrive at destination

US 231

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour and 41-minute drive, starting early in the morning will help you avoid potential traffic congestion, especially as you depart Tampa. The route's highway-centric nature means you'll have fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops, so plan your single recommended stop strategically. With the longest stretch on I-75 being over 160 miles, ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $57 is a good budget to keep in mind for this 355.1-mile journey.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 177.5 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 3h 13m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 160.3 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 177.5 miles or 3h 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Youngstown, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Tampa, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 355.1 miles and 6h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 75 for about 160.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 177.5 mi from Tampa, FL · 3h 13m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lake City, FL

178 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

Orlando, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake City, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 177.5 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 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 160.3 miles.

Arriving in Youngstown, FL

The final approach into Youngstown, 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 Youngstown, 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$56.52 one way

$113.04 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 124 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$61.49	$122.97
premium	$4.72	$66.03	$132.06
diesel	$5.61	$78.40	$156.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$57

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$82–$107

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 124.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	106.5	1	$37.29	$17.04
Efficient EV	88.8	1	$31.07	$14.20
EV Truck/SUV	142	1	$49.71	$22.73

Gas CO2

124 kg

EV CO2

42 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Tampa, FL

Late night in Tampa on Wednesday

Local time

2:27 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Youngstown, FL

Late night in Youngstown on Wednesday

Local time

1:27 AM

CDT

Current temp

87°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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

19 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

6h 41m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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 Youngstown, FL covers 355.1 miles and takes about 6h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, I 10, FL 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 177.5 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 $56.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Tampa, FL and Youngstown, FL, road signs point toward Tallahassee, Greensboro and Fl `12 South: Greensboro.

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Trip from Tampa, FL to Youngstown, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Youngstown, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Tampa, FL

Youngstown, FL

1 hour earlier

19 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 41m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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