Origin
Laguna Beach, FL
Late night in Laguna Beach on Sunday
Local time
3:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laguna Beach, FL to Orlando, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 13m
Distance
375.6 mi
604 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 3m
★
6 AM
7h 14m
8 AM
7h 35m
10 AM
7h 21m
12 PM
7h 19m
3 PM
7h 22m
5 PM
7h 34m
8 PM
7h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laguna Beach, FL
Brent Singleton
Orlando, FL
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Trip Overview
This 375.6-mile drive from Laguna Beach, FL to Orlando, FL is a straightforward journey that can be completed in about 7 hours and 13 minutes. It's primarily a highway-focused route, with 94% of it on major interstates, making it a solid option for a single-day trip. The estimated fuel cost for this excursion is around $60. You'll encounter two recommended stops along the way, and the longest stretch without a turn is a significant 121.5 miles on I 10. This route is ideal for those prioritizing efficiency to reach their destination in Florida.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
187.8 miles from Laguna Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 121.5 mi | 2h 10m |
| I 75 | 107.2 mi | 1h 54m |
| FL 20 | 44.1 mi | 59m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 42.3 mi | 45m |
| FL 12 | 18.1 mi | 24m |
| Don Johnson Memorial Highway | 8.9 mi | 11m |
| FL 77 | 8 mi | 9m |
| East-West Expressway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 121.5 mi, about 2h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laguna Beach, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on this road
142 ft
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12 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto West Toledo Place
0.4 mi
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56 sec
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West Toledo Place
3
Turn right onto US 98
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Panama City Beach Parkway
4
Turn left onto FL 79
4.3 mi
·
5 min
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North Arnold Road
5
Continue on FL 79
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay
6
Turn right onto CR 388
3.5 mi
·
5 min
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Connector Road
7
Turn right onto FL 388
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Don Johnson Memorial Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto FL 388
120 ft
·
5 sec
·
Don Johnson Memorial Highway
9
Continue on FL 388
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Don Johnson Memorial Highway
10
Turn left onto FL 77
8.0 mi
·
9 min
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FL 77
11
Turn right onto FL 20
44 mi
·
59 min
·
FL 20
12
Turn left onto FL 12
18 mi
·
24 min
·
FL 12
13
Turn right onto FL 12; CR 270
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Selman Street
14
Continue on FL 12
2.2 mi
·
3 min
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Greensboro Highway
15
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
16
Merge onto I 10
121 mi
·
2 hr 10 min
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I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 296A
Toward I-75 South: Tampa
18
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 75
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
42 mi
·
45 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
20
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
Exit 265
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on FL 408 Toll
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
East-West Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail
Use the slight right lane.
23
Continue on Carter Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Carter Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Enter roundabout onto Hicks Avenue
202 ft
·
5 sec
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Hicks Avenue
25
Continue on Hicks Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Hicks Avenue
26
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Anderson Street
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn left onto Boone Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Boone Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto West South Street
198 ft
·
4 sec
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West South Street
29
Turn slight right
103 ft
·
3 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Laguna Beach to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you approach Orlando. With two stops suggested, plan to break up the 375.6 miles strategically; perhaps one around the halfway point or after the longest 121.5-mile stretch on I 10. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $60 estimated cost suggests consistent use on the interstates. This route is manageable in one day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, splitting it is also an option, though not strictly necessary.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 187.8 miles from Laguna Beach, FL, or about 3h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.5 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 83 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 187.8 miles or 3h 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orlando, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Laguna Beach, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laguna Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 375.6 miles and 7h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Laguna Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 121.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
188 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 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 187.8 miles from Laguna Beach, 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 121.5 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 93.7 and 374.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
93.7 mi into trip
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~2h 7m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
322.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 12m in
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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
365.1 mi into trip
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~6h 58m in
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FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
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 265
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
8
374 mi into trip
|
~7h 9m in
Take the exit toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Tra...
6
374.9 mi into trip
|
~7h 11m in
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West Anderson Street
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$59.79 one way
$119.57 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
131 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $65.03 | $130.07 |
| premium | $4.72 | $69.84 | $139.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $82.93 | $165.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.96
Florida's Turnpike
(42.3 mi)
$2.96
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
$60
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 131.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 112.7 | 1 | $39.44 | $18.03 |
| Efficient EV | 93.9 | 1 | $32.87 | $15.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 150.2 | 1 | $52.58 | $24.04 |
Gas CO2
131 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Orlando, FL
Late night in Orlando on Sunday
Local time
4:02 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
9 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
7h 13m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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 94% of your travel occurring on major roads like I 10, I 75, and FL 20. This means long stretches of consistent speed and minimal local traffic. The longest uninterrupted segment is 121.5 miles on I 10, so be prepared for extended periods of driving on this particular highway. While the scenery might be consistent due to the highway nature, the progression is marked by the transition between these main arteries as you make your way south.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.5 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and I 75. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 93.7 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 375.6 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 93.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 322.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 365.1 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Laguna Beach, FL to Orlando, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South along the way.
Florida's Turnpike South
322.8 mi in
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~6h 12m
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via Florida's Turnpike
About the Cities
Arriving in Orlando, FL
Full guide →For the broader urban area including suburbs and other nearby destinations, please see the Greater Orlando article. Orlando deserves its reputation as the theme park capital of the world, with an estimated 52 million visitors a year. The city is best known for its theme parks Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, but it holds a lot to offer besides those two amusement meccas. Countless hotels and restaurants cater to business conventions and other events hosted by organizations from all over the country. Outside the theme park districts and hotels, however, lies much more to be explored, including downtown, areas of untouched wilderness, world-class museums and theaters, and old towns with dining and nightlife. At the center of the state of Florida, in Orange County, Orlando is about an hour from each coast.
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 7h 13m. Total distance: 375.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 13m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 121.5 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.96 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 Orlando, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 93.7 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 322.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 365.1 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Orlando, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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