Origin
Lakeland, FL
Morning in Lakeland on Tuesday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakeland, FL to Winter Springs, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
68 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeland, FL
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Winter Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
Lakeland to Winter Springs is 68 miles and takes about 1 hour 28 minutes via I 4 and Orlando Avenue, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, moving from the general region around Lakeland towards the greater Orlando area. Given its relatively short distance and mostly highway profile, this is a straightforward trip. You'll likely find it convenient for a quick relocation or a day trip, with most of the travel on major interstate.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 54.8 mi | 1h 2m |
| Orlando Avenue | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Lakeland Hills Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| US 17 Truck | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| FL 434 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Massachusetts Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Lake Morton Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Greenwood Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 54.8 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland, FL and Winter Springs, FL.
1
Start on East Walnut Street
422 ft
·
19 sec
·
East Walnut Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Lake Morton Drive
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Lake Morton Drive
3
Turn right onto South Massachusetts Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Massachusetts Avenue
4
Continue on FL 33
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Lakeland Hills Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
6
Merge onto I 4
27 mi
·
29 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
14 mi
·
17 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90A-B
Toward FL 414: Apopka
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90A
Toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspur Road, Maitland, Maitland Art Center
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90A
Toward FL 414 East: Maitland
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 17 South, US 92 West
13
Continue on Greenwood Road
434 ft
·
9 sec
·
Greenwood Road
14
Turn left onto US 17; US 92
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Orlando Avenue
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto FL 434
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
FL 434
16
Continue on this road
150 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Lakeland, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 32.2 and 60.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
32.2 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
45.7 mi into trip
|
~56m 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.
7
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Take the exit onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414: Apopka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 90A-B
Toward FL 414: Apopka
10
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspur Road, Maitland, Maitland Art Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 90A
Toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspu...
6
60.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414 East: Maitland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 90A
Toward FL 414 East: Maitland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.82 one way
$21.65 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.77 | $23.55 |
| premium | $4.72 | $12.64 | $25.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Winter Springs, FL
Morning in Winter Springs on Tuesday
Local time
7:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
24 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
1h 28m 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 route is 85% highway, so expect to spend the majority of your time on I 4. The longest stretch on the interstate is 54.8 miles. Towards the end of the drive, you'll transition from I 4 to Orlando Avenue, which is a surface road. Be prepared for a higher density of exits and intersections as you approach Winter Springs.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.8 mi on I 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and Orlando Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.2 miles in near I 4.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68 miles you will encounter 12 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 32.2 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.7 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles (US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Between Lakeland, FL and Winter Springs, FL, road signs point toward Maitland and Maitland Art Center.
Maitland
60.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
|
via US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Maitland Art Center
60.1 mi in
|
~1h 13m
|
via US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
About the Cities
Starting in Lakeland, FL
Full guide →Founded 1875
Lakeland is the largest city in Polk County, Florida. It is home to Florida Southern College, which has the largest collection of buildings by Frank Lloyd Wright at a single site in the world.
Top landmarks
- • Child of the Sun — Florida
- • Polk Theatre — movie theater and theater in Lakeland, Florida
- • Beacon Hill-Alta Vista Residential District — historic district in Florida, United States
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 1h 28m. Total distance: 68 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.8 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 Winter Springs, 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 32.2 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.7 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles (US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Winter Springs, 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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