Bushnell, FL Road Trips
Bushnell, FL serves as a quiet starting point in Florida, connecting drivers to 6 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 292 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Bushnell, FL head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
410.1 mi
Brent, FL
Quickest Drive
4h 54m
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trips from Bushnell, FL
Driving from Bushnell, FL
Expect an average of 292 miles and about 5h 28m behind the wheel when leaving Bushnell, FL. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 410 miles (7h 24m), while the shortest is just 257 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Bushnell, FL include Brent, FL (410.1 mi, 7h 24m), Miami, FL (279.6 mi, 5h 18m), Hialeah, FL (275.8 mi, 5h 16m), Hollywood, FL (264.3 mi, 5h), and Pembroke Pines, FL (263.1 mi, 4h 56m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in FL currently averages around $4.02 per gallon. For the typical 292-mile trip from Bushnell, FL, budget about $46 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Bushnell, FL and 0 routes heading into Bushnell, FL, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 257 to 410 miles.
The longest mapped route from Bushnell, FL covers 410 miles and takes approximately 7h 24m. Shorter options start at just 257 miles.
The average route from Bushnell, FL runs about 292 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 28m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.02/gallon for regular), the average 292-mile trip from Bushnell, FL costs roughly $46 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Bushnell, FL include Brent, FL, Miami, FL, Hialeah, FL and Hollywood, FL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Bushnell, FL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
3,148
Median Income
$52,723
Median Home Value
$109,200
Median Age
39.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Bushnell, FL at a Glance
Founded
1884
Elevation
79 ft
Area
2 mi²
City data from Wikidata (Q2153058), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Bushnell, FL
Bushnell is in Sumter County on the fringes of North Central Florida. The small settlement has a population of approximately 3,000 as of 2018, and the city dates back to the late 19th century, when a post office was established.
1 Dade Battlefield Historic State Park (on County Road 603 between I-75 (Exit 314) and U.S. 301), ☏ +1 352 793-4781. 8AM to sundown. The 80 acre park includes 40 acres of pine flatwoods and a live oak hammock. Also called the Dade Massacre site, It preserves the Second Seminole War battlefield where Seminole Indian warriors fought soldiers under the command of Major Francis L. Dade on December 28, 1835. Each year, on the weekend after Christmas (as close to the original date as possible), the Dade Battlefield Society sponsors a reenactment of the battle that started the Second Seminole War. Recreational activities include picnicking, viewing exhibits at the visitor center, and wildlife viewing. Among the wildlife of the park are gopher tortoises, woodpeckers, songbirds, hawks, and indigo snakes. Amenities include a playground, a picnic area with covered shelters, a nature trail, a 6.2 mile FVA (Florida Volksport Association) trail, and a recreation hall.
Major roads include US-301, running north and south through the city, and I-75, which runs along its western edge.
Travel tips adapted from Bushnell on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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