Origin
Groveland, FL
Late night in Groveland on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Groveland, FL to Harlem, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 31m
Distance
158.6 mi
255 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 19m
★
6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 56m
10 AM
3h 40m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 41m
5 PM
3h 55m
8 PM
3h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Groveland, FL
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Harlem, FL
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Trip Overview
This 158.6-mile journey from Groveland to Harlem, Florida, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes. Designed for a highway-focused drive, you'll spend nearly all of your time on major roads, with a projected fuel cost of around $25. The route is primarily composed of US 27 and FL 50, offering a straightforward path through the Florida landscape. Given its efficiency, this drive is ideal for those looking to cover ground without extensive planning, allowing for a flexible schedule with just one recommended stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
79.3 miles from Groveland, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 149.8 mi | 3h 15m |
| FL 50 | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| Lewis Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Harlem Academy Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 13th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 10th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 149.8 mi, about 3h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groveland, FL and Harlem, FL.
1
Start on FL 50
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
FL 50
2
Continue on FL 50
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
FL 50
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on FL 50
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
FL 50
4
Continue on FL 50
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
FL 50
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward US 27 South: Haines City
6
Merge onto US 27
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
US 27
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on US 27
11 mi
·
14 min
·
US 27
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 27
13 mi
·
18 min
·
US 27
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on US 27
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 27
10
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 27
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 27
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
US 27
12
Continue on US 27
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 27
13
Continue on US 27
39 mi
·
50 min
·
US 27
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 27; US 98
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 27; US 98
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 27; US 98
55 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
US 27; US 98
Use the left lane.
16
Merge onto US 27; FL 78
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 27; FL 78
17
Turn slight right
338 ft
·
4 sec
18
Continue on US 27
15 mi
·
19 min
·
US 27
19
Turn right onto Lewis Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lewis Boulevard
Use the right lane.
20
Turn right onto 13th Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
13th Street
21
Turn left onto Harlem Academy Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Harlem Academy Avenue
22
Turn left onto 10th Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
·
10th Street
23
Arrive at destination
10th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 3-hour-plus drive, consider an early morning departure from Groveland to avoid potential afternoon traffic. With a longest stretch of nearly 150 miles on US 27, plan your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps midway through this segment, to refuel and stretch your legs. The total fuel cost is estimated at $25, so be sure your tank is adequately filled before heading out. This route's highway-centric nature means you can maintain a steady speed, but always be aware of speed limit changes as you transition between different main roads like US 27 and FL 50.
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 79.3 miles from Groveland, FL, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.8 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 35 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.3 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harlem, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Groveland, 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 Groveland, FL
This is one driving day of about 158.6 miles and 3h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Groveland, 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 US 27 for about 149.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 79.3 miles from Groveland, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 149.8 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 6.7 and 158.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
6.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 27 South: Haines City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 27 South: Haines City
5
7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 27
Merge onto US 27
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
156.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
|
Lewis Boulevard
Turn right onto Lewis Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
158.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 30m in
|
Harlem Academy Avenue
Turn left onto Harlem Academy Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
158.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m in
|
10th Street
Turn left onto 10th Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.24 one way
$50.49 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $27.46 | $54.92 |
| premium | $4.72 | $29.49 | $58.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.02 | $70.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.65 | $7.61 |
| Efficient EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.88 | $6.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.20 | $10.15 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Harlem, FL
Late night in Harlem on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
18 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
3h 31m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 99% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 149.8 miles along US 27, which forms the backbone of this trip. The route's character is largely defined by these faster, more direct highways, suggesting a consistent pace with minimal deviations onto slower local roads. Lewis Boulevard also plays a role, likely connecting you to your final destination within Harlem.
99% 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: 149.8 mi on US 27.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and FL 50. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 31m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7 miles (US 27): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.9 miles (Lewis Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 31m. Total distance: 158.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 149.8 miles on US 27. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7 miles (US 27): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.9 miles (Lewis Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Harlem, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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