Origin
Orlando, FL
Late night in Orlando on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orlando, FL to Medulla, 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 18m
Distance
61.3 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orlando, FL
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Medulla, FL
Jacob Evans
Trip Overview
This 61.3-mile drive from Orlando to Medulla, Florida, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 18 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The route is primarily highway-focused, with an estimated fuel cost of just $10, making it an economical choice. You'll be spending most of your time on I-4, with Harden Boulevard and Kathleen Road also playing a part in your journey. Given its short duration and budget-friendly nature, this drive offers a convenient way to get from one point in Florida to another without significant time or financial commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 51.4 mi | 58m |
| Harden Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Kathleen Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Sikes Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Road 37 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Pipkin Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West South Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boone Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 51.4 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando, FL and Medulla, FL.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto FL 527
458 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Orange Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
479 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Anderson Street
4
Turn right onto Boone Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Boone Avenue
5
Turn left onto West South Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West South Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 4 West
7
Merge onto I 4
51 mi
·
58 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 31
Toward FL 539: Kathleen, Lakeland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto FL 539
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Kathleen Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on FL 563
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Sikes Boulevard
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on FL 563
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Harden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto West Pipkin Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Pipkin Road
13
Turn left onto Old Road 37
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Road 37
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Old Road 37
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Orlando, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 60.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Boone Avenue
Turn right onto Boone Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 4 West
Navigation decision point
Toward I 4 West
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 4
Merge onto I 4
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
52.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward FL 539: Kathleen, Lakeland
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 31
Toward FL 539: Kathleen, Lakeland
6
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Old Road 37
Turn left onto Old Road 37
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.76 one way
$19.51 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $10.61 | $21.23 |
| premium | $4.72 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.53 | $27.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.36 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Medulla, FL
Late night in Medulla on Sunday
Local time
3:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
81°F
Polk City, FL
31 mi in
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
3 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 18m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this journey, with 84% of the drive taking place on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 51.4 miles on I-4, indicating long periods of consistent speed. While the bulk of the drive is on the interstate, you will transition onto Harden Boulevard and Kathleen Road, which may offer a slight change in pace as you approach your destination. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration, prioritizing directness over winding byways.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.4 mi on I 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and Harden Boulevard. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Boone Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 61.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (Boone Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
On the drive from Orlando, FL to Medulla, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Lakeland along the way.
Lakeland
52.2 mi in
|
~1h 1m
About the Cities
Starting 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 1h 18m. Total distance: 61.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.4 miles on I 4. 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 0.2 miles (Boone Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Medulla, 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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