Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 7, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 50m
Distance
176.9 mi
285 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Mount Dora, FL
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The drive from Harlem, FL to Mount Dora, FL covers 176.9 miles and takes about 3h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 27, Western Beltway, Orange Blossom Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 126.7 miles on US 27. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.36 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
88.5 miles from Harlem, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 126.7 mi | 2h 42m |
| Western Beltway | 32.4 mi | 37m |
| Orange Blossom Trail | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| I 4 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Lewis Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Highland Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Old Highway 441 | 1 mi | 1m |
| East 5th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Harlem, FL and Mount Dora, 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
Take the exit
Merge onto I 4
Take the exit
Continue on FL 429 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on SR 429 Connector Road
Turn right onto US 441
Turn slight left onto CR 500A
Continue on CR Old 441
Turn left onto CR Old 441
Turn right onto North Donnelly Street
Turn right onto East 7th Avenue
Arrive at destination
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.
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 39 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.5 miles or 1h 52m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Dora, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Harlem, FL
This is one driving day of about 176.9 miles and 3h 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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.
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 88.5 miles from Harlem, 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 126.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 166.9 — 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
Merge onto I 4
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward FL 429 North: Apopka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 441, CR 437: Orange Blossom Trail, Plymouth Sorrento Road
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 Orange Blossom Trail
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$27.36 one way
$54.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.30 | $29.96 | $59.92 |
| premium | $4.63 | $32.22 | $64.44 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $38.99 | $77.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.1 | 0 | $18.57 | $8.49 |
| Efficient EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.48 | $7.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.77 | $11.32 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Harlem on Monday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Mount Dora on Monday
Local time
5:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
92°F
Dundee, FL
88 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
176.9 mi in 3h 50m, mostly highway — 126.7 mi of that is on US 27.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and Western Beltway. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 176.9 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 129.3 miles (I 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
304 ft
Total Descent
180 ft
Highest Point
160 ft
~126.4 mi in
Elevation Range
142 ft
Mount Dora is a city in Lake County, Florida. It is a charming town consisting of 1,400 named lakes. Situated on rolling hilly terrain, Mount Dora sits 184 feet (56 m) above sea level on beautiful Lake Dora which is part of the Harris chain of lakes, including Lake Beauclaire, Lake Eustis, Lake Griffin, Lake Harris and Lake Yale. Mount Dora is a short drive from the Walt Disney World area, Orlando, Ocala, and the beaches (on both coasts).
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 176.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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