Origin
Lake Alfred, FL
Late night in Lake Alfred on Sunday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Alfred, FL to Baird, 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 2m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Alfred, FL
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Baird, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Lake Alfred to Baird, you can expect a straightforward journey spanning 41.4 miles. The drive typically takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes, making it an easy excursion to complete in a single day. You will primarily navigate via US 17, South Church Avenue, and FL 60 to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, this route is quite cost-effective for a quick getaway. Since the entire trip remains within the state of Florida, you won't have to worry about crossing regional boundaries or adjusting to different driving laws. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as a solid foundation for a day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 17 | 12.2 mi | 18m |
| South Church Avenue | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| FL 60 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Old Highway 37 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Van Fleet Drive | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| 6th Street Southwest | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| CR 630 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Lake Shore Way | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 17
— 12.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Alfred, FL and Baird, FL.
1
Start on East Haines Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Haines Boulevard
2
Turn left onto US 17; US 92
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shinn Boulevard
3
Continue on US 17; US 92
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Shore Way
4
Turn straight onto US 17
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 17
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Continue on US 17
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
6th Street Southwest
6
Continue on US 17
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
US 17
7
Turn right onto US 98
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Van Fleet Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on FL 60
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto FL 37
11 mi
·
14 min
·
South Church Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto CR 630
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
CR 630
11
Turn right onto Old Highway 37
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Highway 37
12
Turn straight onto Streamsong Drive
195 ft
·
14 sec
·
Streamsong Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Streamsong Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Lake Alfred, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 37.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 17; US 92 / Shinn Boulevard
Turn left onto US 17; US 92 / Shinn Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
16 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
US 98 / Van Fleet Drive
Turn right onto US 98 / Van Fleet Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
25.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
FL 37 / South Church Avenue
Turn left onto FL 37 / South Church Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
35.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
CR 630
Turn left onto CR 630
Navigation decision point
4
37.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Old Highway 37
Turn right onto Old Highway 37
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.59 one way
$13.18 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $7.17 | $14.34 |
| premium | $4.72 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Baird, FL
Late night in Baird on Sunday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 2m 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?
This 41.4-mile trek offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied. You will spend about 59% of your time on highways, providing a balance between faster transit and slower local navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 12.2-mile segment on US 17, which allows you to settle into a rhythm before transitioning to other roads. Expect the character of the road to shift as you move from the initial highway portions onto South Church Avenue and FL 60. By alternating between different road types, the drive avoids the monotony of a purely interstate route while still maintaining a reasonable pace toward Baird.
59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.2 mi on US 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 17; US 92 / Shinn Boulevard.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 17; US 92 / Shinn Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles (US 98 / Van Fleet Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles (FL 37 / South Church Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 41.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.2 miles on US 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (US 17; US 92 / Shinn Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 16 miles (US 98 / Van Fleet Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles (FL 37 / South Church Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Baird, 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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