Origin
Temple Terrace, FL
Evening in Temple Terrace on Wednesday
Local time
8:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Temple Terrace, FL to Tampa, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
17m
Distance
10.1 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Temple Terrace, FL
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Tampa, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward commute, the 10.1-mile journey from Temple Terrace to Tampa is an ideal short-haul trip. Expect to spend about 17 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion or a standard daily transit. You will navigate primarily through North 56th Street, North 50th Street, and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway. With a fuel cost of only $2, it is a highly economical route that requires zero stops along the way. Since both locations are situated within Florida, you will experience a seamless transition between these two neighboring areas. This trip is best approached as a simple, no-fuss drive that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
5.1 miles from Temple Terrace, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed-road profile, transitioning from local streets to more structured expressway driving. While 32% of your journey takes place on highways, the feel of the road changes as you move from the initial urban stretches onto the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway. You will spend your longest uninterrupted period covering 3.8 miles on North 56th Street, which sets the pace for the first leg of your trip. The route balances the stop-and-go nature of city streets with the faster flow of the expressway. It is a functional, practical drive that lacks the monotony of long-distance interstate travel, providing a varied experience that shifts quickly as you navigate toward your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 56th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Bullard Parkway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Bullard Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (FL 583 / North 56th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Bullard Parkway
Turn right onto Bullard Parkway
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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FL 583 / North 56th Street
Turn left onto FL 583 / North 56th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward Selmon Expressway Toll West, FL 618 Toll West: Tampa, St.Petersburg
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Selmon Expressway Toll West, FL 618 Toll...
5
6.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Merge onto FL 618 Toll / Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
9.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8
Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - Eas...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Temple Terrace, FL and Tampa, FL, road signs point toward Selmon Expressway Toll West, St.petersburg and - East.
Selmon Expressway Toll West
6.3 mi in
|
~11m
St.petersburg
6.3 mi in
|
~11m
- East
9.6 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 56th Street | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Lee Roy Selmon Expressway | 3 mi | 3m |
| North 50th Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Kennedy Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Bullard Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ridgedale Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 50th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North 56th Street
— 3.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Temple Terrace, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on Ridgedale Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ridgedale Road
2
Turn right onto Bullard Parkway
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bullard Parkway
3
Turn left onto FL 583
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
North 56th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on FL 583
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North 50th Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 41
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South 50th Street
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Selmon Expressway Toll West, FL 618 Toll West: Tampa, St.Petersburg
7
Merge onto FL 618 Toll
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 8
Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
10
Arrive at destination
FL 60
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 17-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time to avoid local congestion. Because there are no required stops, you can easily complete the 10.1-mile stretch in one go without needing to plan for fuel or lengthy breaks. Keep in mind that the route relies on a combination of surface streets and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, so staying alert for changing speed limits between these sections is key. Budgeting $2 for fuel is more than enough for this quick trip, allowing you to focus on your arrival rather than logistics. For the smoothest experience, check local traffic reports before you leave to ensure the expressway portion is moving efficiently.
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 5.1 miles from Temple Terrace, FL, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 10 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.1 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Temple Terrace, FL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Temple Terrace, FL
This is one driving day of about 10.1 miles and 17m.
At 10.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on North 56th Street for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.1 mi from Temple Terrace, FL · 8m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Temple Terrace, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tampa, FL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Tampa, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.61 one way
$3.22 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.75 | $3.50 |
| premium | $4.72 | $1.88 | $3.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.30
Selmon Expressway
(3 mi)
$0.30
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
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, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Tampa, FL
Evening in Tampa on Wednesday
Local time
8:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
17m 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 Temple Terrace, FL to Tampa, FL covers 10.1 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 56th Street, Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, North 50th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Temple Terrace, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.61 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 17m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Bullard Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (FL 583 / North 56th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Temple Terrace, FL and Tampa, FL, road signs point toward Selmon Expressway Toll West, St.petersburg and - East.
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