CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown
Near the end, right off the route
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 8 am–4 pm
+14077762900
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 18m
Distance
346.8 mi
558 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bonifay, FL
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Orlando, FL
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This 346.8-mile drive from Bonifay, FL, to Orlando, FL, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 18 minutes. You'll spend 99% of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward journey through Florida. With a projected fuel cost of $55, this route is budget-friendly for a day trip. The profile is highway-focused, meaning you'll cover ground efficiently. Consider this an accessible drive that gets you from point A to point B without many detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
173.4 miles from Bonifay, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 183.9 mi | 3h 17m |
| I 75 | 107.2 mi | 1h 54m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 42.3 mi | 45m |
| East-West Expressway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| North Waukesha Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Carter Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Anderson Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bonifay, FL and Orlando, FL.
Start on FL 79
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll
Continue on FL 408 Toll
Take the exit
Continue on Carter Street
Enter roundabout onto Hicks Avenue
Continue on Hicks Avenue
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
Turn left onto Boone Avenue
Turn right onto West South Street
Turn slight right
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 6-hour, 18-minute drive, aim for an early morning departure from Bonifay to avoid potential traffic as you approach Orlando. With only one recommended stop and a highway-share of 99%, you can manage your breaks strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the longest stretch of 183.9 miles on I-10, as services can be spaced out. The $55 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer. This drive is best completed in a single day, so plan for a full day behind the wheel.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 76 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 173.4 miles or 3h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orlando, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bonifay, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bonifay, FL
This is one driving day of about 346.8 miles and 6h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
173 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 173.4 miles from Bonifay, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · home stretch
Orlando, Florida
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 8 am–4 pm
+14077762900
Ellianos Coffee
Live Oak, Florida
Downtown Cafe
Live Oak, Florida
Best coffee break
Bonifay, Florida
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+18506587002
CityArts Café
Orlando, Florida
Doxa Coffee Co.
Alachua, Florida
Near the end, right off the route
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 8 am–4 pm
+14077762900
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Live Oak, Florida
Hours: 6 am–8 pm
+13862194646
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Live Oak, Florida
Hours: 10:30 am–2:30 pm
+13863300320
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Live Oak, Florida
Hours: 8 am–9 pm
+13863623875
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~9 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+13524219810
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+13057755055
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13867520202
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~11 min detour
Tallahassee, Florida
Hours: 6 am–2 pm
+18503090044
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Bonifay, Florida
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+18506587002
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 8 am–3 pm
+14076487060
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Alachua, Florida
Hours: 8 am–2 pm
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+14079065119
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm
+13864388553
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm
+14076011796
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Live Oak, Florida
Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm
+14793589274
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Live Oak, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Live Oak, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Alachua, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Wildwood, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887518560
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Madison, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Minneola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+14078368500
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Tallahassee, Florida
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+18509420137
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 9 am–7 pm
+13523685517
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~9 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Later in the drive, ~10 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+13526298447
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~11 min detour
Ocala, Florida
+13523685517
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Winter Park, Florida
Hours: 6 am–12 pm
+14075993334
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 346.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$55.20 one way
$110.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $60.05 | $120.10 |
| premium | $4.72 | $64.49 | $128.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.57 | $153.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.96
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104 | 1 | $36.41 | $16.65 |
| Efficient EV | 86.7 | 0 | $30.35 | $13.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 138.7 | 1 | $48.55 | $22.20 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Bonifay on Tuesday
Local time
7:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Orlando on Tuesday
Local time
8:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-focused drive for nearly the entire 346.8 miles, with 99% of your travel on interstates and the Turnpike. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 183.9 miles on I-10, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent cruising. This route prioritizes speed and directness, so while it's efficient, it's not designed for scenic exploration. The primary roads you'll utilize are I-10, I-75, and Florida's Turnpike, guiding you directly toward Orlando.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near I 10.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 346.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 294 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 336.3 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bonifay, FL to Orlando, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South along the way.
Florida's Turnpike South
For the broader urban area including suburbs and other nearby destinations, please see the Greater Orlando article. Orlando deserves its reputation as the theme park capital of the world, with an estimated 52 million visitors a year. The city is best known for its theme parks Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, but it holds a lot to offer besides those two amusement meccas. Countless hotels and restaurants cater to business conventions and other events hosted by organizations from all over the country. Outside the theme park districts and hotels, however, lies much more to be explored, including downtown, areas of untouched wilderness, world-class museums and theaters, and old towns with dining and nightlife. At the center of the state of Florida, in Orange County, Orlando is about an hour from each coast.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 18m. Total distance: 346.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 18m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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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