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Trip from Gainesville, FL to Clermont, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 52m

Distance

91.9 mi

148 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 44m ★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m

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

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Clermont, FL

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Trip Overview

This 91.9-mile journey from Gainesville to Clermont, Florida, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its 0% highway share, suggesting a more community-focused driving experience. This makes it ideal for those who prefer a slower pace and a more connected feel to the areas they pass through. Since there are no designated overnight stops or particularly long stretches, you'll have plenty of flexibility to adjust your timing as needed.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

46 miles from Gainesville, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South Main Street — —
Southwest Williston Road — —
Southeast County Road 234 — —
I 75 South — —
Florida's Turnpike South — —
US 27 — —
North Main Avenue — —
Lake Minneola Drive — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: South Main Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Main Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
2

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Main Street

148 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street
3

Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · South Main Street
4

Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Main Street

59 ft · 1 sec · South Main Street
5

Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
6

Turn right onto Southwest Williston Road

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Southwest Williston Road
7

Turn left onto South Main Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · South Main Street
8

Turn straight

0.4 mi · 34 sec
9

Continue straight

7.0 mi · 8 min
10

Continue straight

0.6 mi · 47 sec
11

Turn right onto Southeast County Road 234

1.4 mi · 2 min · Southeast County Road 234
12

Take the ramp left toward I 75 South: Tampa

0.2 mi · 28 sec · I 75 South: Tampa
13

Merge slight left

46 mi · 49 min
14

Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

19 mi · 20 min · Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
15

Take the exit slight right toward US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont

0.4 mi · 1 min · US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont
16

Continue on US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont

0.2 mi · 28 sec · US 27, FL 19: Tavares, Clermont
17

Merge slight left

9.9 mi · 13 min
18

Turn right onto North Main Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Main Avenue
19

Continue on Lake Minneola Drive

0.6 mi · 1 min · Lake Minneola Drive
20

Continue on East Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · East Avenue
21

Turn right

1.0 mi · 2 min
22

Turn left onto 10th Street

0.2 mi · 37 sec · 10th Street
23

Turn right onto Linden Street

236 ft · 10 sec · Linden Street
24

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this drive offers considerable flexibility. You can depart Gainesville at your convenience, perhaps after a leisurely breakfast. Since the route is predominantly local and turn-heavy, plan for a steady pace rather than trying to make up time on high-speed sections. With no major highway stretches, factor in potential for slower local traffic, especially if passing through town centers. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local roads can sometimes have fewer service stations than interstates, though the $15 fuel cost suggests this is a manageable concern for this particular trip.

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 46 miles from Gainesville, FL, or about 56m into the drive.

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 20 miles or 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 46 miles or 56m 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 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clermont, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Gainesville, FL

This is one driving day of about 91.9 miles and 1h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Gainesville, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Belleview, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Belleview, FL

46 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

West Park, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Belleview, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46 miles from Gainesville, 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 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

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Cafe THCA

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

0.3 mi

Blue Deep Sea Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clermont, Florida

0.5 mi

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 32.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

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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

Blue Deep Sea Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 91.9

Clermont, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

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

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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

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

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 59.1

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13523523155

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 19.7

Reddick, Florida

Hours: 5 am–1 pm

+19499452000

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

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 91.9

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 65.7

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

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

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

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

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 39.4

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

Tuscawilla Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 32.8

Ocala, Florida

+13523685517

Visit website

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 32.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 32.8

Ocala, Florida

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.63 one way

$29.26 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $15.91 $31.82
premium $4.72 $17.09 $34.18
diesel $5.61 $20.29 $40.58

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 27.6 0 $9.65 $4.41
Efficient EV 23 0 $8.04 $3.68
EV Truck/SUV 36.8 0 $12.87 $5.88

Gas CO2

32 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Gainesville, FL

Late night in Gainesville on Sunday

Local time

1:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clermont, FL

Late night in Clermont on Sunday

Local time

1:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

20 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 52m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no interstate highways involved. You'll be navigating roads like South Main Street, Southwest Williston Road, and Southeast County Road 234 for the majority of your trip. The absence of highway driving means a more intimate connection with the landscape and towns you pass. Without a longest uninterrupted stretch indicated, be prepared for frequent changes in direction and speed, requiring your consistent attention. This driving style is best suited for those who enjoy a more engaged and less monotonous experience behind the wheel.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: South Main Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Gainesville, FL to Clermont, FL is easy. At 1h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gainesville, FL to Clermont, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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.

Arriving in Clermont, FL

Full guide →

Clermont is a city in Lake County, Florida, just over 20 miles (32 km) west of Orlando. While the city is small and primarily residential, it is home to a handful of landmarks and offbeat attractions that make it a stop worth considering when in the area. In 2019, the population was about 39,000, an increase of 10,000 over nine years. The city quadrupled its population from 2000 to 2019.

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 52m. Total distance: 91.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Gainesville, FL to Clermont, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clermont, 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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