Origin
Buckhead Ridge, FL
Late night in Buckhead Ridge on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
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Trip from Buckhead Ridge, FL to Orlando, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
116.7 mi
188 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buckhead Ridge, FL
Mick Haupt
Orlando, FL
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Trip Overview
Buckhead Ridge, FL to Orlando, FL is 116.7 miles and takes about 2h 24m via Florida's Turnpike and US 441, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you from the Florida region to the Florida region, specifically between FL and FL. With 93% of the journey on highways, expect a relatively quick trip, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. It's a straightforward route for those prioritizing efficiency in getting from point A to point B.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
58.4 miles from Buckhead Ridge, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 65.6 mi | 1h 10m |
| US 441 | 31.8 mi | 40m |
| FL 78 | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| I 4 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Parrott Avenue | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| South Division Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| FL 60 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lake Drive West | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 65.6 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckhead Ridge, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on Lake Drive West
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Drive West
2
At end of road, turn right onto FL 78
6.5 mi
·
9 min
·
FL 78
3
Turn left onto Parrott Avenue
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Parrott Avenue
4
Continue on US 441
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 441
5
Continue on US 441
31 mi
·
39 min
·
US 441
6
Turn sharp right onto FL 60
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
FL 60
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on this road
295 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
13
Merge onto I 4
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 81
Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
16
Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street
264 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Kaley Street
17
Turn left onto South Division Avenue
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Division Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto West South Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
West South Street
19
Turn slight right
103 ft
·
3 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 2h 24m duration, this trip is easily achievable in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, planning your fill-ups won't break the bank. Since the longest stretch without needing to navigate complex turns is 65.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike, you can settle in and enjoy the ride. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time in Orlando, and keep an eye out for the transition from FL 78 to US 441 as a key navigational point.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 58.4 miles from Buckhead Ridge, FL, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.6 miles.
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 26 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.4 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orlando, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Buckhead Ridge, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Buckhead Ridge, FL
This is one driving day of about 116.7 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Buckhead Ridge, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 65.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.4 miles from Buckhead Ridge, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 43.3 and 115.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
43.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
43.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
8
109.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
8
114.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 81
Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
6
115.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
South Division Avenue
Turn left onto South Division Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.58 one way
$37.15 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $20.21 | $40.41 |
| premium | $4.72 | $21.70 | $43.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.77 | $51.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.59
Florida's Turnpike
(65.6 mi)
$4.59
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
$19
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35 | 0 | $12.25 | $5.60 |
| Efficient EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.21 | $4.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.34 | $7.47 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Orlando, FL
Late night in Orlando on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
2h 24m 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?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 93% of its length utilizing major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 65.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent, high-speed experience for a considerable portion of the journey. The primary roads involved are Florida's Turnpike, US 441, and FL 78, suggesting a mix of toll highway and arterial road driving. Expect smooth, uninterrupted travel for the longest segment, allowing you to cover ground efficiently.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.6 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and US 441. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 116.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 43.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Buckhead Ridge, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando and Tampa.
Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
43.5 mi in
|
~1h 1m
Tampa
109.6 mi in
|
~2h 12m
About the Cities
Arriving in Orlando, FL
Full guide →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).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 24m. Total distance: 116.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.59 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Orlando, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 43.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orlando, 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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