Origin
Callaway, FL
Night in Callaway on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
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Trip from Callaway, 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
6h 46m
Distance
354.6 mi
571 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 35m
★
6 AM
6h 46m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 55m
12 PM
6h 52m
3 PM
6h 56m
5 PM
7h 9m
8 PM
6h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Callaway, FL
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Orlando, FL
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Trip Overview
This 355.9-mile journey from Callaway, FL, to Orlando, FL, is estimated to take about 5 hours and 25 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable one-day trip, so you can easily complete it without an overnight stay. The route primarily uses local roads like North Star Avenue and Selman Street, with a segment on Greensboro Highway, and has a 0% highway share, indicating a more local driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $59, it's a budget-friendly option for getting from the Florida Panhandle region to Central Florida. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent adjustments.
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
177.3 miles from Callaway, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 121.5 mi | 2h 10m |
| I 75 | 107.2 mi | 1h 54m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 42.3 mi | 45m |
| FL 20 | 28.4 mi | 39m |
| FL 12 | 18.1 mi | 24m |
| US 231 | 16.1 mi | 20m |
| East-West Expressway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| North Star Avenue | 6.7 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 121.5 mi, about 2h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Callaway, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on FL 22
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Wewa Highway
2
Turn left onto CR 2315
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
North Star Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto US 231
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 231
4
Turn right onto FL 20
28 mi
·
39 min
·
FL 20
5
Turn left onto FL 12
18 mi
·
24 min
·
FL 12
6
Turn right onto FL 12; CR 270
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Selman Street
7
Continue on FL 12
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Greensboro Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
9
Merge onto I 10
121 mi
·
2 hr 10 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 296A
Toward I-75 South: Tampa
11
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
42 mi
·
45 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
Exit 265
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on FL 408 Toll
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
East-West Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on Carter Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Carter Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Enter roundabout onto Hicks Avenue
202 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hicks Avenue
18
Continue on Hicks Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Hicks Avenue
19
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Anderson Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto Boone Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boone Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto West South Street
198 ft
·
4 sec
·
West South Street
22
Turn slight right
103 ft
·
3 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour, 25-minute estimated drive time and its local road nature, starting your trip from Callaway, FL, in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. With only one stop recommended, you can plan your breaks strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $59 estimated cost is based on continuous travel; frequent stops in local areas might affect this slightly. Since this is a one-day, turn-heavy route, it’s best to use a reliable GPS system. A practical tip for this specific drive: be extra mindful of speed limit changes when transitioning between different local road sections, especially as you get closer to the Orlando area.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 177.3 miles from Callaway, FL, or about 3h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.5 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 78 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 177.3 miles or 3h 32m 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 37m
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 Callaway, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Callaway, FL
This is one driving day of about 354.6 miles and 6h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Callaway, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 121.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
177 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 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 177.3 miles from Callaway, 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 121.5 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 354 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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CR 2315 / North Star Avenue
Turn left onto CR 2315 / North Star Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
301.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 45m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
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
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
8
344.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 31m in
|
FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 265
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
8
353 mi into trip
|
~6h 41m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Tra...
6
354 mi into trip
|
~6h 44m in
|
West Anderson Street
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.44 one way
$112.89 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
124 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $61.40 | $122.80 |
| premium | $4.72 | $65.94 | $131.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $78.29 | $156.58 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.96
Florida's Turnpike
(42.3 mi)
$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
$56
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106.4 | 1 | $37.23 | $17.02 |
| Efficient EV | 88.7 | 1 | $31.03 | $14.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.8 | 1 | $49.64 | $22.69 |
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Orlando, FL
Late night in Orlando on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
E 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
55°F
Boston, GA
177 mi in
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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
21 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 46m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. You'll be navigating through various local roads, including North Star Avenue, Selman Street, and Greensboro Highway for significant portions of the 355.9 miles. Unlike a high-speed interstate cruise, this drive will likely involve more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds as you pass through communities. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted as uninterrupted, suggesting a continuous series of adjustments rather than long, straight runs. This means you'll be actively engaged with the road for the entire 5-hour-plus duration.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.5 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 2315 / North Star Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 354.6 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.2 miles (CR 2315 / North Star Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 301.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 344.1 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.
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.
On the drive from Callaway, FL to Orlando, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South along the way.
Florida's Turnpike South
301.8 mi in
|
~5h 45m
|
via Florida's Turnpike
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 6h 46m. Total distance: 354.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 46m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 121.5 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.96 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 2315 / North Star Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 301.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 344.1 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Orlando, FL before the return drive.
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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