Parkland to Tampa is 227.9 miles and takes about 4h 41m via Florida's Turnpike and FL 60, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, moving from the southern part of the state to the central region. Expect a largely highway-focused journey that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. With only one recommended stop and a high percentage of highway driving, this route is best suited for those looking for a straightforward trip. It’s a solid option if you want to reach your destination without much fuss.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114 miles from Parkland, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
116.5 mi
2h 5m
FL 60
91.1 mi
1h 59m
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
5.2 mi
6m
State Road 7
2.6 mi
4m
Holmberg Road
2.2 mi
5m
East Adamo Drive
2.1 mi
3m
Main Street
1.7 mi
3m
Lyons Road
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 116.5 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkland, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on Holmberg Road
0.2 mi·22 sec·Holmberg Road
2
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
111 ft·6 sec·Holmberg Road
3
Continue on Holmberg Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Holmberg Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
93 ft·2 sec·Holmberg Road
5
Continue on Holmberg Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Holmberg Road
6
Turn left onto US 441; FL 7
2.6 mi·4 min·State Road 7
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto CR 798
1.0 mi·1 min·West Palmetto Park Road
8
Turn left onto Lyons Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Lyons Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto SR 808
1.1 mi·2 min·Glades Road
10
Turn left
63 ft·1 sec
11
Take the ramp
401 ft·9 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
13
Merge onto SR 91
117 mi·2 hr 5 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 193Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
15
Keep slight right at fork
245 ft·6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto FL 60
61 mi·1 hr 17 min·FL 60
Use the left lane.
17
Take the exit onto Flamingo Drive
0.5 mi·53 sec·Flamingo Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi·3 min·Main Street
19
Turn left onto FL 60
26 mi·34 min·FL 60
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Continue on FL 60
4.5 mi·7 min·FL 60
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Turn straight onto FL 60
0.4 mi·35 sec·Adamo Drive
22
Continue on FL 60
2.1 mi·3 min·East Adamo Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward FL 618 Toll West
24
Merge onto FL 618 Toll
5.2 mi·6 min·Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 8Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - EastUse the slight right lane.
26
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60
0.4 mi·1 min·East Kennedy Boulevard
27
Arrive at destination
FL 60
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 41m estimated duration, starting your drive from Parkland in the morning will give you ample time to reach Tampa before evening. Plan for one stop along the way; the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike is over 116 miles, so a break before or after that segment would be logical. The fuel cost is estimated at $36, so ensure your tank is full before departing. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you near the Tampa metropolitan area, especially when transitioning onto the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114 miles from Parkland, FL, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.5 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 50 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Parkland, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Parkland, FL
This is one driving day of about 227.9 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Parkland, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 116.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 227.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Holmberg Road
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
8.3 mi into trip|~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
6
125.4 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
6
126.1 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
227.3 mi into trip|~4h 39m in
Take the exit toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
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 8
Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - Eas...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.28 one way
$72.55 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$39.46
$78.92
premium
$4.72
$42.38
$84.75
diesel
$5.61
$50.32
$100.63
Estimated Tolls: $8.68
Florida's Turnpike
(116.5 mi)$8.16
Selmon Expressway
(5.2 mi)$0.52
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
$36
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.4
0
$23.93
$10.94
Efficient EV
57
0
$19.94
$9.12
EV Truck/SUV
91.2
1
$31.91
$14.59
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Parkland, FL
Late night
in Parkland on Tuesday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tampa, FL
Late night
in Tampa on Tuesday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Clear
ENE 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
66°F
Eagle Lake, FL
114 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
20 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
4h 41m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 116.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. The drive transitions onto FL 60 before concluding on the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway as you approach Tampa. While the majority is highway, the shift in road types as you get closer to the city provides a subtle change in scenery and traffic patterns. It's designed for efficient travel.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 116.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Holmberg Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 227.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Holmberg Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 125.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 41m. Total distance: 227.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 116.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.68 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 Tampa, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Holmberg Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 125.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Tampa, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
