Trip from Callaway, FL to Orlando, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 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

$54

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

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.

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Callaway, FL

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city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

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

Traffic on I-10

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 26 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~1,501 veh/hr typical · worst 2,043

Quietest

2 AM

~173 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

8.7×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Callaway, FL and Orlando, FL.

Start on FL 22

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Wewa Highway

Turn left onto CR 2315

6.7 mi · 10 min · North Star Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto US 231

16 mi · 20 min · US 231

Turn right onto FL 20

28 mi · 39 min · FL 20

Turn left onto FL 12

18 mi · 24 min · FL 12

Turn right onto FL 12; CR 270

0.6 mi · 1 min · Selman Street

Continue on FL 12

2.2 mi · 3 min · Greensboro Highway

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee

Merge onto I 10

121 mi · 2 hr 10 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 37 sec

Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the straight lane.

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.

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.

Continue on FL 408 Toll

7.1 mi · 8 min · East-West Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Continue on Carter Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Carter Street

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto Hicks Avenue

202 ft · 5 sec · Hicks Avenue

Continue on Hicks Avenue

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Hicks Avenue

Turn right onto West Anderson Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Anderson Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto Boone Avenue

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Boone Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto West South Street

198 ft · 4 sec · West South Street

Turn slight right

103 ft · 3 sec

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

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.

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.

city in Thomas County, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Boston, GA

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

Quincy, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Macclenny, FL

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 check

Top 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Tallahassee, Florida

0.4 mi

Ellianos Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lake City, Florida

1.1 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch · 1h 56m in 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+18507666788

Visit website

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

0.2 mi

Beignets & Brew

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tallahassee, Florida

0.6 mi

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 4:30 am–10 pm

+18508947005

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13867520202

Visit website

Two Cuban Guy's Home of Garcia's Place

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+13057755055

Ellianos Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Lake City, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13864388064

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18508934494

Visit website

Bruegger's Bagels

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18503090044

Visit website

Lucky Goat Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+18507666788

Visit website

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14076487060

Visit website

Beignets & Brew

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+18505977163

Visit website

Earthen Vessels Coffee Shop

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Bristol, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18506431008

Visit website

Haan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14079065119

Visit website

Qreate Coffee + Studio

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14076011796

Visit website

Midtown Coffee Roasters

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+18505568932

Visit website

Framework Craft Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Lake City, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887518560

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078368500

Visit website

Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+18504874556

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Tuscawilla Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Ocala, Florida

+13523685517

Visit website

Central Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+14075993334

Visit website

Lake Jackson Mounds State Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+18509226007

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 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.

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | CR 2315 / North Star Avenue

Turn left onto CR 2315 / North Star Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

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

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

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...

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

$53.68 one way

$107.36 round trip

$3.85/gal 25.4 MPG avg 124 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.22	$58.90	$117.80
premium	$4.55	$63.52	$127.04
diesel	$4.80	$66.96	$133.91

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

$54

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$82–$107

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, 2026-07-13.

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.

Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026

Origin

Callaway, FL

Morning in Callaway on Sunday

Local time

9:46 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Clear

NW 5 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Destination

Orlando, FL

Morning in Orlando on Sunday

Local time

10:46 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Partly Cloudy

WSW 5 mph 8% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

91°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

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

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.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

241 ft 33 ft

Total Climb

395 ft

Total Descent

325 ft

Highest Point

241 ft

~76 mi in

Elevation Range

208 ft

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

Starting in Callaway, FL

Full guide →

Arriving in Orlando, FL

Full guide →

“The City Beautiful” · Founded 1875

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.

Top landmarks

• Universal Studios Florida — theme park in the United States
• Universal's Islands of Adventure — theme park, part of Universal Orlando Resort
• Universal Epic Universe — theme park in Orlando, Florida

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.

Yes — we found about 37 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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. There are 37 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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