Origin
Lake Alfred, FL
Morning in Lake Alfred on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Alfred, 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
55m
Distance
41.9 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
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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Orlando, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Lake Alfred to Orlando, you are looking at a quick 41.9-mile trip that typically takes about 55 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $7 for fuel to cover the distance. Because you are traveling within the state of Florida, the transition between these two locations is straightforward and efficient. Given the short duration and direct nature of the drive, it serves as an ideal connection for travelers moving between these two Central Florida points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 32.5 mi | 38m |
| North Buena Vista Drive | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| South Division Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| East Haines Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West South Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Pomelo Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lake Shore Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Kaley Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 32.5 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Alfred, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on East Haines Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Haines Boulevard
2
Turn right onto US 17; US 92
477 ft
·
19 sec
·
Lake Shore Way
3
Turn left onto CR 557
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Pomelo Street
4
Continue on CR 557
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
North Buena Vista Drive
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 4
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 4
13 mi
·
16 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 81
Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
11
Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street
264 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Kaley Street
12
Turn left onto South Division Avenue
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Division Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto West South Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
West South Street
14
Turn slight right
103 ft
·
3 sec
15
Arrive at destination
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 41.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 40.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 557 / Pomelo Street
Turn left onto CR 557 / Pomelo Street
Navigation decision point
6
20.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 4
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
33.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
39.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
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 81
Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
6
40.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
South Division Avenue
Turn left onto South Division Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.67 one way
$13.34 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $7.25 | $14.51 |
| premium | $4.72 | $7.79 | $15.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Orlando, FL
Morning in Orlando on Sunday
Local time
7:29 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
55m 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 trip is heavily highway-focused, with 78% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-4, which accounts for a 32.5-mile stretch of the drive. The experience is primarily a functional interstate commute rather than a leisurely scenic tour. As you approach your destination, the route transitions from the highway onto North Buena Vista Drive and South Division Avenue to reach your final point in Orlando. Expect a consistent, fast-paced drive that prioritizes speed and direct access over winding backroads.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.5 mi on I 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and North Buena Vista Drive. 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 CR 557 / Pomelo Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 41.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (CR 557 / Pomelo Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.5 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 41.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.5 miles on I 4. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 (CR 557 / Pomelo Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.1 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.5 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orlando, 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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