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Trip from Gainesville, FL to Belle Glade, FL

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

Drive Time

5h 9m

Distance

254 mi

409 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 56m ★
6 AM
5h 9m
8 AM
5h 36m
10 AM
5h 19m
12 PM
5h 16m
3 PM
5h 20m
5 PM
5h 35m
8 PM
5h 1m

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 Palm Beach County, Florida, United States

Belle Glade, FL

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Trip Overview

Spanning 254 miles from Gainesville to Belle Glade, this Florida road trip typically takes about 5 hours and 9 minutes of driving time. Because the route is straightforward and heavily reliant on major corridors, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $42 for fuel to cover the distance. By utilizing a combination of I-75, Florida's Turnpike, and Kenansville Road, you move efficiently through the heart of the state. Whether you are heading south for business or a change of scenery, the trip offers a direct, highway-focused experience that minimizes the need for an overnight stay.

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

127 miles from Gainesville, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 115.1 mi 2h 3m
I 75 46.2 mi 49m
Kenansville Road 31.2 mi 39m
US 98 24.9 mi 35m
US 441 9.3 mi 12m
Belle Glade Road 6.3 mi 10m
FL 710 5.9 mi 8m
Main Street 2.9 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 115.1 mi, about 2h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville, FL and Belle Glade, FL.

1

Start on CR 329

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Enter roundabout onto CR 329

148 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street
3

Continue on CR 329

0.3 mi · 32 sec · South Main Street
4

Enter roundabout onto CR 329

57 ft · 1 sec · South Main Street
5

Continue on CR 329

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
6

Turn right onto FL 331

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Southwest Williston Road
7

Turn left onto South Main Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · South Main Street
Use the left lane.
8

Turn straight onto US 441

0.4 mi · 33 sec · US 441
Use the straight / left lanes.
9

Continue on US 441

7.0 mi · 8 min · US 441
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on US 441

0.6 mi · 47 sec · US 441
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn right onto CR 234

1.4 mi · 2 min · Southeast County Road 234
Use the right lane.
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa
13

Merge onto I 75

46 mi · 49 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

115 mi · 2 hr 3 min · Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 193 Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

245 ft · 6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
17

Merge onto FL 60

0.4 mi · 45 sec · FL 60
18

Turn sharp left onto US 441

31 mi · 39 min · Kenansville Road
Use the left lane.
19

Continue on US 441

1.4 mi · 2 min · US 441
20

Turn left onto Northeast 6th Street

0.4 mi · 54 sec · Northeast 6th Street
21

Turn right onto Northeast 6th Avenue

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Northeast 6th Avenue
22

Turn left onto FL 70

1.4 mi · 2 min · Park Street
23

Turn slight right onto FL 710

1.0 mi · 1 min · FL 710
24

Continue on FL 710

4.9 mi · 6 min · FL 710
Use the left lane.
25

Turn right onto CR 15A

0.9 mi · 1 min · Southeast 86th Boulevard
Use the right lane.
26

At end of road, turn left onto US 98; US 441

25 mi · 35 min · US 98; US 441
Use the left lane.
27

Turn right onto US 98; US 441; FL 15

1.5 mi · 3 min · Everglades Street
28

Turn slight left onto FL 729

2.3 mi · 3 min · North State Market Road
29

Turn left onto US 98; US 441; FL 15

6.3 mi · 10 min · Belle Glade Road
30

Continue on FL 15; FL 80

2.9 mi · 4 min · Main Street
31

Take the exit

80 ft · 9 sec
Use the left lane.
32

Turn sharp left onto FL 15; FL 80

168 ft · 6 sec · South Main Street
33

Turn right

65 ft · 4 sec
34

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a five-hour journey, planning your departure time carefully will help you avoid peak congestion near major urban hubs. You only need to build in one primary stop to stay refreshed, which provides enough flexibility to stretch your legs without significantly delaying your arrival. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when navigating the longer Turnpike segments, as service plazas are your best bet for refueling. Taking advantage of the highway-heavy layout allows you to maintain a steady pace, so try to time your drive to avoid the midday sun if you are sensitive to glare. Ultimately, keeping your stop focused will ensure you reach your destination in Belle Glade well before the end of the day.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 127 miles from Gainesville, FL, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.1 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 56 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 127 miles or 2h 21m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle Glade, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Gainesville, 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 Gainesville, FL

This is one driving day of about 254 miles and 5h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Gainesville, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 115.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orlando, FL

127 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

Bushnell, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orlando, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 127 miles from Gainesville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.1 miles.

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

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ocala, Florida

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.3

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

2.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Kava Gator Coffee Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13522449942

Visit website

Cafe THCA

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

0.3 mi

Brew & Root Kava Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

0.4 mi

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 108.9

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Kava Gator Coffee Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13522449942

Visit website

Cafe THCA

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+13522348090

Visit website

Brew & Root Kava Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–1 pm

+13527741308

Visit website

lowbar coffee + skateboarding

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

Visit website

Daydreamer Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

Visit website

Pascal's Coffeehouse

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13523775480

Visit website

Coffee Culture

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13523771700

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 108.9

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

EVmatch Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16508228157

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 36.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 54.4

Oxford, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13527480449

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 36.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Depot Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–11:30 pm

+13523938510

Visit website

Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13523718001

Visit website

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 108.9

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 108.9

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 36.3

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 108.9

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 36.3

Ocala, Florida

Crayola Experience Orlando

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 108.9

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14077571700

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 58.8 and 216.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
58.8 mi into trip | ~1h 8m 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
173.9 mi into trip | ~3h 11m in

Take the exit toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction

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 193 Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
6
174.3 mi into trip | ~3h 12m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
7
174.7 mi into trip | ~3h 13m in | US 441 / Kenansville Road

Turn sharp left onto US 441 / Kenansville Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
216.1 mi into trip | ~4h 10m in | US 98; US 441

At end of road, turn left onto US 98; US 441

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$41.48 one way

$82.96 round trip

$4.15/gal 25.4 MPG avg 89 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $45.96 $91.92
premium $4.90 $48.96 $97.92
diesel $4.35 $43.50 $87.00

Estimated Tolls: $8.05

Florida's Turnpike (115.1 mi) $8.05

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

$41

Tolls

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$75–$100

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.9 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 76.2 0 $26.67 $12.19
Efficient EV 63.5 0 $22.22 $10.16
EV Truck/SUV 101.6 1 $35.56 $16.26

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Gainesville, FL

Late night in Gainesville on Sunday

Local time

12:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Belle Glade, FL

Late night in Belle Glade on Sunday

Local time

12:18 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

19 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

5h 9m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency, with roughly 79% of your journey spent on highways. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 115.1 miles along Florida's Turnpike. While the route begins with the transit-heavy corridors of I-75, the character of the road shifts as you transition onto the Turnpike and eventually Kenansville Road. It is a functional, highway-focused drive that trades technical twists and turns for steady, consistent cruising. You can anticipate a predictable experience behind the wheel, making it a reliable choice for those looking to reach Belle Glade without unnecessary detours.

79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 115.1 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 58.8 miles in near Florida's Turnpike.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 254 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 58.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 173.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 174.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Gainesville, FL and Belle Glade, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.

Florida's Turnpike South

58.8 mi in | ~1h 8m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

58.8 mi in | ~1h 8m | via Florida's Turnpike

About the Cities

Starting in Gainesville, FL

Full guide →

Gainesville is in North Central Florida. It is home to the University of Florida, and Santa Fe College.

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 5h 9m. Total distance: 254 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 115.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.05 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 Belle Glade, 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 58.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 173.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 174.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Belle Glade, 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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