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Trip from Crystal River, FL to Orlando, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 51m

Distance

87 mi

140 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 44m ★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Citrus County, Florida, United States

Crystal River, FL

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Orlando, FL

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Trip Overview

Driving from Crystal River to Orlando covers 87 miles of central Florida, typically taking about 1 hour and 51 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of routes, including Gulf to Lake Highway, Florida's Turnpike, and the East-West Expressway. Budgeting approximately $15 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for the one-way trip. Since the drive stays entirely within Florida, you can expect a familiar landscape as you transition from the coastal region toward the major metropolitan hub of Orlando.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

43.5 miles from Crystal River, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 41.9 mi 44m
Gulf to Lake Highway 30 mi 42m
East-West Expressway 7.1 mi 8m
Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway 1.8 mi 2m
Main Street 1.7 mi 3m
Northeast 5th Street 0.9 mi 1m
Carter Street 0.6 mi 1m
West Anderson Street 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 41.9 mi, about 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

25 ft · 3 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Northeast Crystal Street

180 ft · 10 sec · Northeast Crystal Street
3

Turn left onto CR 495

0.2 mi · 26 sec · North Citrus Avenue
4

Turn left onto US 19; US 98

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Suncoast Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5

Turn left onto FL 44

0.9 mi · 1 min · Northeast 5th Street
Use the left lane.
6

Continue on FL 44

15 mi · 21 min · Gulf to Lake Highway
7

Continue on FL 44

1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
8

Turn left onto FL 44

15 mi · 20 min · Gulf to Lake Highway
9

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

42 mi · 44 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12

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.
13

Continue on FL 408 Toll

7.1 mi · 8 min · East-West Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

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.
15

Continue on Carter Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Carter Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
16

Enter roundabout onto Hicks Avenue

202 ft · 5 sec · Hicks Avenue
17

Continue on Hicks Avenue

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Hicks Avenue
18

Turn right onto West Anderson Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Anderson Street
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn left onto Boone Avenue

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Boone Avenue
Use the left lane.
20

Turn right onto West South Street

198 ft · 4 sec · West South Street
21

Turn slight right

103 ft · 3 sec
22

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a quick trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though checking traffic patterns before hitting the Turnpike is always a smart move. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops given the sub-two-hour duration, but keeping your fuel tank ready for the $15 cost ensures a stress-free arrival. Because the longest stretch is over 40 miles, make sure your vehicle is prepared for steady highway speeds before you merge onto Florida's Turnpike. Taking advantage of the route's simplicity allows you to focus on your arrival in Orlando without the fatigue of a long-haul journey. Staying mindful of the transition from regional roads to the East-West Expressway will help you navigate the final approach to the city with ease.

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 43.5 miles from Crystal River, FL, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 19 miles or 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 43.5 miles or 1h 1m 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 33m

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 Crystal River, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Crystal River, FL

This is one driving day of about 87 miles and 1h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Crystal River, 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 41.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Wildwood, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Wildwood, FL

44 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

Inverness, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Wildwood, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43.5 miles from Crystal River, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 87

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

Amy's On The Avenue

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

0.3 mi

Tea House 650

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

0.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

KC Wine Bistro

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13524500008

Visit website

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

0.1 mi

Abound

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crystal River, Florida

0.2 mi

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 87

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

Amy's On The Avenue

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+13525632697

Visit website

Tea House 650

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13525641500

Visit website

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.6

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13527267060

Visit website

Hen House Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.6

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13524197942

Visit website

Heidi's Souper Salads

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.6

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+13524194033

Central Cafe & Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.6

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+13524194911

Visit website

Beans and Greens Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13526991917

Visit website

KC Wine Bistro

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13524500008

Visit website

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13522288818

Visit website

Abound

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13526515166

Visit website

Sweet Alps Ice Cream Inverness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 18.6

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13524231112

Visit website

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 87

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14076487060

Visit website

Haan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 87

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14079065119

Visit website

Qreate Coffee + Studio

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 87

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14076011796

Visit website

Framework Craft Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 87

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 43.5

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 68.3

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 68.3

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 37.3

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887518560

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 31.1

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13523523155

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 31.1

Oxford, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13527480449

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 62.1

Minneola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Orange County Regional History Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 87

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078368500

Visit website

Crystal River Escape Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 1–9 pm

+13522284084

Visit website

Salty Hook Sandwich Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13522284586

Visit website

Crystal River Preserve State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Crystal River, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+13522286028

Visit website

The Canna Bakery Shop

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 18.6

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+13524194324

Visit website

Nehrling Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 74.5

Gotha, Florida

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+14074459977

Visit website

Central Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 87

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+14075993334

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 80.7

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 86.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Northeast Crystal Street

Turn right onto Northeast Crystal Street

Navigation decision point

8
34 mi into trip | ~50m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
8
76.5 mi into trip | ~1h 36m 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
85.4 mi into trip | ~1h 47m 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
86.3 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in | West Anderson Street

Turn right onto West Anderson Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.21 one way

$28.42 round trip

$4.15/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $15.74 $31.48
premium $4.90 $16.77 $33.54
diesel $4.35 $14.90 $29.80

Estimated Tolls: $2.93

Florida's Turnpike (41.9 mi) $2.93

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

$14

Tolls

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.4 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.1 0 $9.13 $4.18
Efficient EV 21.8 0 $7.61 $3.48
EV Truck/SUV 34.8 0 $12.18 $5.57

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 12, 2026

Origin

Crystal River, FL

Late night in Crystal River on Sunday

Local time

12:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Sunny

E 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 2:27PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Destination

Orlando, FL

Late night in Orlando on Sunday

Local time

12:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Sunny

E 15 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 2:27PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

82°F

Wildwood, FL

44 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

4 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

1h 51m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This mixed drive offers a blend of local roads and high-speed transit. Approximately 58% of your journey takes place on highways, providing a balance between steady cruising and regional travel. You should prepare for a significant stretch of open road, as the longest uninterrupted segment spans 41.9 miles specifically on Florida's Turnpike. The character of the drive shifts as you move off the Gulf to Lake Highway and onto the more structured, high-capacity expressway system. Expect the pace to fluctuate as you transition from the quieter stretches near Crystal River into the busier, fast-moving traffic patterns approaching Orlando.

58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.9 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northeast Crystal Street.

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 87 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Northeast Crystal Street): Navigation decision point; at 34 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76.5 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

215 ft 4 ft

Total Climb

241 ft

Total Descent

136 ft

Highest Point

215 ft

~62.1 mi in

Elevation Range

211 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Crystal River, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Titusville.

Florida's Turnpike South

34 mi in | ~50m

Titusville

76.5 mi in | ~1h 36m | via FL 408 Toll

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 1h 51m. Total distance: 87 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 41.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.93 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.

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: near the start (Northeast Crystal Street): Navigation decision point; at 34 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76.5 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.

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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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