What is the cheapest way to get from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach?

The cheapest way to get from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach is to line 11 bus and line 300 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach?

The fastest way to get from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between St. Petersburg and Palmetto Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach. However, there are services departing from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive and arriving at 22nd St @ 8th Ave via Marion Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct ferry between St. Petersburg and Palmetto Beach?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from St. Petersburg ferry terminal and arriving at Tampa Ferry Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach?

The distance between St. Petersburg and Palmetto Beach is 21 miles. The road distance is 23.9 miles.

How do I travel from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach without a car?

The best way to get from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach without a car is to ferry which takes 50 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach?

The ferry from St. Petersburg ferry terminal to Tampa Ferry Terminal takes 50 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach bus from?

St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, depart from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive station.

Where does the St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach bus arrive?

St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach bus services, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, arrive at Marion Transit Parking Lot station.

Can I drive from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach is 24 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach.

Where can I stay near Palmetto Beach?

There are 1266+ hotels available in Palmetto Beach.

St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach - 5 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach by ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from St. Petersburg ferry terminal to Tampa Ferry Terminalferry St. Pete
50 min
$12
Drive 23.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beachcar 23.7 mi
31 min
$5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive to Marion Transit Parking Lotbus 100
1h 38m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beachtaxi 23.7 mi
31 min
$65–80
Line 11 bus, line 300 bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station - A to Psta 34Th St Complex - Shelter - Bbus 11
2. Take the bus from Psta 34Th St Layby - Platform - D to Pierce St + Whiting Stbus 300
2h 34m
$5

St. Petersburg to Palmetto Beach by ferry

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between St. Petersburg, FL, USA and Palmetto Beach, FL, USA?

The Cross Bay Ferry operates a ferry from St. Petersburg ferry terminal to Tampa Ferry Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $12 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority operates a bus from 2Nd Ave Ne + Beach Drive to Marion Transit Parking Lot hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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