Origin
Baird, FL
Late night in Baird on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baird, FL to Fort Meade, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
22m
Distance
15.1 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Baird, FL
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Fort Meade, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition between Baird and Fort Meade, Florida, this 15.1-mile drive is a straightforward, efficient option. You can expect to reach your destination in about 22 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, this is an incredibly budget-friendly route for local travel. Because the journey is so short, there is no need to consider overnight stops along the way. You will find that this highway-focused transit is purely functional, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal fuss. It serves as a practical link for anyone navigating this specific pocket of Florida.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| CR 630 | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Old Highway 37 | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Langford Street Northwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Seminole Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Streamsong Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Charleston Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Albritton Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
CR 630
— 10.8 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baird, FL and Fort Meade, FL.
1
Start on Streamsong Drive
195 ft
·
14 sec
·
Streamsong Drive
2
Continue on Old Highway 37
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Old Highway 37
3
Turn right onto CR 630
11 mi
·
15 min
·
CR 630
4
Turn left onto North Seminole Avenue
211 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Seminole Avenue
5
Turn right onto Langford Street Northwest
281 ft
·
17 sec
·
Langford Street Northwest
6
Turn left onto North Albritton Avenue
95 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Albritton Avenue
7
Turn right
202 ft
·
16 sec
8
Turn right onto US 17; US 98
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Charleston Avenue
9
Arrive at destination
US 17; US 98
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 14.9 and 15 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
North Seminole Avenue
Turn left onto North Seminole Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
14.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Langford Street Northwest
Turn right onto Langford Street Northwest
Navigation decision point
4
15 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
North Albritton Avenue
Turn left onto North Albritton Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
15 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
15 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
US 17; US 98 / Charleston Avenue
Turn right onto US 17; US 98 / Charleston Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.40 one way
$4.81 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.61 | $5.23 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.81 | $5.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.33 | $6.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.97 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Fort Meade, FL
Late night in Fort Meade on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a consistent, highway-focused experience as you navigate this 15.1-mile stretch. With 99% of the route consisting of highway driving, you will spend most of your time behind the wheel on CR 630, Old Highway 37, and Langford Street Northwest. The most significant portion of your drive is an uninterrupted 10.8-mile stretch along CR 630, which allows for steady progress. Because the road is designed for efficiency rather than leisure, the pace remains brisk and predictable from start to finish. You will find little variation in the road type, ensuring a reliable commute across these Florida roads.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.8 mi on CR 630.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on CR 630 and Old Highway 37. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.9 miles in near North Seminole Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 22m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles (North Seminole Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (Langford Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (North Albritton Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 15.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.8 miles on CR 630. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.9 miles (North Seminole Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (Langford Street Northwest): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (North Albritton Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fort Meade, FL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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