How far is Sarasota, FL from St. Petersburg, FL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sarasota and St. Petersburg is 31.37 miles (50.48 km).
Flight distance from Sarasota, FL to St. Petersburg, FL is 31.37 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sarasota, Florida to St. Petersburg, Florida is: 45.01 miles (72.44 km) by car.
Driving from Sarasota to St. Petersburg will take approximately 00 hours 49 minutes.
#1 Sarasota
The most populous city in Sarasota County, Florida. It is located on the Gulf of Mexico in southwestern Florida. Sarasota is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Sarasota Opera House and the Sarasota Museum of Art.
| Population | 58859 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 27°20'11"N 82°31'50"W |
| Latitude | 27.3364300 |
| Longitude | -82.5306500 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| 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 Sarasota and St. Petersburg
The distance between Sarasota and St. Petersburg is 72 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 48 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 Sarasota and St. Petersburg. The current time is 02:49:57.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.01 liters (1.59 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sarasota and St. Petersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sarasota to St. Petersburg is $5.28 (diesel $6.91).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $5.28 | $5.94 | $6.46 | $6.91 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sarasota 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.
