Distance Guide
How far is St. Petersburg from Key West?
The distance between St. Petersburg, FL and Key West, FL is about 228 miles — roughly a 4 hr 9 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
228 mi
Drive time
4 hr 9 min
Midpoint
26.161°, -82.210°
Driving from St. Petersburg to Key West
Most drivers cover the 228-mile route in about 4 hr 9 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 114 miles each instead of 228. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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