The Coffee Grove Corp
Early in the drive, right off the route
Davenport, Florida
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+18634193212
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11h 1m
Distance
575.7 mi
926 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$92
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harlem, FL
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Ferry Pass, FL
David Kanigan
Spanning 575.7 miles across Florida, this trek from Harlem to Ferry Pass is a significant commitment that takes approximately 11 hours and 1 minute of driving time. Because of the length, you should plan for a two-day journey rather than attempting it in a single push. You will rely heavily on major arteries, specifically I-10, US 27, and I-75, to cover the distance efficiently. Budgeting roughly $96 for fuel is a smart move before you head out. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, breaking this up into two days will help you stay fresh and keep the experience manageable.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
287.8 miles from Harlem, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 51m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 283 mi | 5h 3m |
| US 27 | 162.6 mi | 3h 33m |
| I 75 | 106.9 mi | 1h 54m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 19.1 mi | 20m |
| Lewis Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Olive Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Harlem Academy Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Davis Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Harlem, FL and Ferry Pass, FL.
Start on 10th Street
Turn right onto Harlem Academy Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto 13th Street
At end of road, turn left onto Lewis Boulevard
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 27; FL 80
Continue on US 27; FL 80
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Continue on US 27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 27
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto FL 291
Turn right onto CR 290
Arrive at destination
To keep your energy levels consistent, plan for at least three well-timed stops throughout your 575.7-mile voyage. Since the longest stretch covers 283 miles on I-10, prioritize refueling and stretching your legs before you commit to that specific leg of the journey. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and ensure you reach your overnight destination before dark. Given the two-day recommendation, look for a midpoint stop that allows you to break up the drive evenly. Always keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $96 estimated cost can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local pricing along the interstate corridors.
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.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 127 miles or 2h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 287.8 miles or 5h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 287.8 miles or 5h 51m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ferry Pass, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Harlem, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Harlem, FL
Aim for roughly 288 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Ferry Pass, FL
Aim for roughly 288 miles and 5.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
190 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
380 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Lake City, FLNight 1
288 mi · about 5.5h in
A practical overnight split lands near Lake Butler, FL after about 288 miles or 5.5 hours of driving.
Find hotelsA short stop after about 127 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 287.8 miles from Harlem, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 283 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 288 miles or 5.5 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Davenport, Florida
Early in the drive, right off the route
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+18634193212
Ellianos Coffee
Lake City, Florida
Top Coffee Stop
Gainesville, Florida
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+13522268512
The Mission Coffee
Gainesville, Florida
Canal Coffee Company
Lake City, Florida
Early in the drive, right off the route
Davenport, Florida
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+18634193212
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6 am–8 pm
+13864388064
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13867520202
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+13524219810
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+13057755055
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+13522268512
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm
+13523318554
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Lake City, Florida
Hours: 5 am–1 pm
+13864388426
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: 8 am–3 pm
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+13522245101
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Haines City, Florida
Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm
+14075589131
Around the midpoint, short detour
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: 8 am–3 pm
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 9 am–6 pm
+13525812650
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18334662474
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Avon Park, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18668167584
Near the end, short detour
Pensacola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Crestview, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: 9 am–3 pm
+13523955633
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Gainesville, Florida
Hours: Closed
+13523955381
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 9 am–7 pm
+13523685517
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Gainesville, Florida
+13529552008
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Haines City, Florida
Hours: 7 am–9:30 pm
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Gainesville, Florida
+13523345067
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+13526298447
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 574.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto 13th Street
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 291 North: University of West Florida
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$91.64 one way
$183.27 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $99.68 | $199.36 |
| premium | $4.72 | $107.05 | $214.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $127.11 | $254.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.32
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
$92
Tolls
$1
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$223–$333
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 201.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $60 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 172.7 | 2 | $60.45 | $27.63 |
| Efficient EV | 143.9 | 1 | $50.37 | $23.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 230.3 | 2 | $80.60 | $36.84 |
Gas CO2
201 kg
EV CO2
67 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Harlem on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Ferry Pass on Saturday
Local time
11:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highly efficient transit experience, as 99% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time maintaining steady speeds on major interstates, providing a consistent, albeit intense, driving rhythm. The most demanding segment is a 283-mile stretch on I-10, which serves as the backbone of your journey. While the road is straightforward and fast-paced, the high percentage of highway travel means you should be prepared for long periods of focus behind the wheel. As you transition between regions, the character of the road remains focused on speed and direct connectivity.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US 27. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near 13th Street.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 575.7 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 0.5 miles (13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 183.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 291.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Harlem, FL and Ferry Pass, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala and Tallahassee.
Florida's Turnpike North: Ocala
Tallahassee
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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