How far is Lakeland, FL from St. Petersburg, FL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lakeland and St. Petersburg is 48.25 miles (77.66 km).
Flight distance from Lakeland, FL to St. Petersburg, FL is 48.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lakeland, Florida to St. Petersburg, Florida is: 57.85 miles (93.1 km) by car.
Driving from Lakeland to St. Petersburg will take approximately 01 hours 03 minutes.
#1 Lakeland
The most populous city in Polk County, Florida. It is located on Lakeland Highlands in central Florida. Lakeland is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lakeland Museum of Art and the Florida Southern College Lakeland Campus.
| Population | 115283 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 28°2'22"N 81°56'59"W |
| Latitude | 28.0394700 |
| Longitude | -81.9498000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
#2 St. Petersburg
The second most populous city in Florida. It is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. St. Petersburg is known for its beaches, its many museums, and its many attractions, such as the Salvador Dali Museum and the St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts.
| Population | 253693 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 27°46'15"N 82°40'45"W |
| Latitude | 27.7708600 |
| Longitude | -82.6792700 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in St. Petersburg: 34th Street South (-82.679372,27.77086)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lakeland and St. Petersburg
The distance between Lakeland and St. Petersburg is 93 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 02 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Lakeland and St. Petersburg. The current time is 03:13:55.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 55 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 57 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.73 liters (2.04 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lakeland and St. Petersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lakeland to St. Petersburg is $6.79 (diesel $8.88).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $6.79 | $7.64 | $8.3 | $8.88 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Florida ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.324 (Diesel $4.350) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lakeland and St. Petersburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
