How far is Sarasota, FL from Tampa, FL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sarasota and Tampa is 42.45 miles (68.32 km).
Flight distance from Sarasota, FL to Tampa, FL is 42.45 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sarasota, Florida to Tampa, Florida is: 61.07 miles (98.29 km) by car.
Driving from Sarasota to Tampa will take approximately 01 hours 00 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 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area. It is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Tampa is known for its beaches, its Busch Gardens amusement park, and its many attractions, such as the Florida Aquarium and the Museum of Science and Industry.
| Population | 407599 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 27°56'51"N 82°27'30"W |
| Latitude | 27.9475200 |
| Longitude | -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Tampa: Kennedy Boulevard (-82.458429,27.947518)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sarasota and Tampa
The distance between Sarasota and Tampa is 98 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 05 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 Tampa. The current time is 03:19:15.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 02 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 31 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.16 liters (2.16 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sarasota and Tampa.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sarasota to Tampa is $7.16 (diesel $9.37).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $7.16 | $8.06 | $8.76 | $9.37 |
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 Tampa (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
