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Trip from Tampa, FL to Oak Hill, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 48m

Distance

189.5 mi

305 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 36m ★
6 AM
3h 49m
8 AM
4h 14m
10 AM
3h 57m
12 PM
3h 55m
3 PM
3h 59m
5 PM
4h 13m
8 PM
3h 41m

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

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Tampa, FL

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Downtown Oak Hill, FL, FL

Oak Hill, FL

Jacob Evans

Trip Overview

The drive from Tampa, FL to Oak Hill, FL covers 189.5 miles and takes about 3h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, US 301, I 275 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.3 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.16 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

94.7 miles from Tampa, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 189.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 48m highway drive covering 189.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and US 301. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.3 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 82.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 301. You will hit about 13 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.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 189.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.8 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

6
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.
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
5
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in | I 275

Merge onto I 275

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
17.7 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 75

Merge onto I 75

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
100 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Take the exit toward FL 326

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 358 Toward FL 326

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 82.3 mi 1h 28m
US 301 69.6 mi 1h 26m
I 275 17 mi 20m
FL 228 8.5 mi 11m
103rd Street 7.2 mi 12m
Northwest 70th Street 1.5 mi 2m
FL 326 1.1 mi 1m
Timuquana Road 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 82.3 mi, about 1h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Oak Hill, 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 North Use the slight right lane.
5

Merge onto I 275

17 mi · 20 min · I 275
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6

Merge onto I 75

82 mi · 1 hr 28 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 358 Toward FL 326 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Turn slight right

144 ft · 4 sec
9

Turn slight right onto FL 326

1.1 mi · 1 min · FL 326
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Continue on FL 326

1.5 mi · 2 min · Northwest 70th Street
11

Turn left onto US 301; US 441

5.5 mi · 6 min · US 301; US 441
Use the left lane.
12

Turn straight onto US 301

52 mi · 1 hr 5 min · US 301
Toward North US 301: Starke Use the straight lane.
13

Continue on US 301

12 mi · 14 min · US 301
14

Turn right onto FL 228

8.5 mi · 11 min · FL 228
15

Turn right onto POW-MIA Memorial Parkway

0.2 mi · 30 sec · POW-MIA Memorial Parkway
16

Turn left onto FL 134

5.2 mi · 8 min · 103rd Street
17

Continue on FL 134

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Jacksonville Heights Road
18

Continue on FL 134

2.0 mi · 3 min · 103rd Street
19

Continue on FL 134

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Jacksonville Heights Road
20

Continue on FL 134

0.6 mi · 1 min · Timuquana Road
21

Turn right onto Cardan Road

0.1 mi · 31 sec · Cardan Road
22

Turn right onto Aires Road

76 ft · 3 sec · Aires Road
23

Arrive at destination

Aires Road

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 94.7 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.3 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 42 miles or 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 94.7 miles or 1h 45m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Hill, 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 189.5 miles and 3h 48m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 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 82.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 94.7 mi from Tampa, FL · 1h 45m into the drive

human settlement in Florida, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Citra, FL

95 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

South Brooksville, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ocala, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 94.7 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 82.3 miles.

Arriving in Oak Hill, FL

The final approach into Oak Hill, 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 Oak Hill, FL.

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

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

1.7 mi

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ocala, Florida

2.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1 mi

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1.4 mi

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 189.5

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+19045513093

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 189.5

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+19047834498

Visit website

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.5

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18139492428

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18139155998

Visit website

22nd Street Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18133040373

Visit website

Alkimia Coffee House & Roaster LLC

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 81.2

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13526933143

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - Heights

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18138436588

Visit website

Brick & Iron Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+13525812650

Visit website

SOCIAL HOUSE COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 189.5

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+19048057179

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 27.1

San Antonio, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13525885444

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 54.1

Bushnell, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 189.5

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 40.6

Brooksville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 148.9

Starke, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Magic Carpet Glide

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18136379797

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

The Florida Aquarium

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18132734000

Visit website

Iconic Tampa Bay

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18132183498

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

New Tampa Recreational Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 13.5

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+18139752794

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 94.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.16 one way

$60.33 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $32.81 $65.62
premium $4.72 $35.24 $70.47
diesel $5.61 $41.84 $83.68

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 66.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 56.9 0 $19.90 $9.10
Efficient EV 47.4 0 $16.58 $7.58
EV Truck/SUV 75.8 0 $26.53 $12.13

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

8:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oak Hill, FL

Morning in Oak Hill on Saturday

Local time

8:09 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°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

10 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 48m 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 Oak Hill, FL covers 189.5 miles and takes about 3h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, US 301, I 275. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 94.7 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 $30.16 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 189.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

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 0.8 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Tampa, FL to Oak Hill, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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