Tampa to Altamonte Springs is 94.6 miles and takes about 1h 50m via I 4, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, connecting two well-traveled regions. Given its short duration and highway-focused profile, it's a straightforward drive best suited for a single day. You'll primarily be on interstate, making it a functional option for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Plan for a quick trip with minimal complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.3 miles from Tampa, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 4
90.8 mi
1h 42m
East Altamonte Drive
1.3 mi
2m
I 275
0.7 mi
1m
North Ashley Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Maitland Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
East Kennedy Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
Orienta Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 90.8 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Altamonte Springs, FL.
1
Start on FL 60
400 ft·17 sec·East Kennedy Boulevard
2
Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
0.3 mi·49 sec·North Ashley Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 275
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 275 NorthUse the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 275
0.7 mi·1 min·I 275
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·42 sec
Exit 45BToward I 4 East: OrlandoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 4
61 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 4
13 mi·16 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
17 mi·19 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·35 sec
Exit 92Toward FL 436: Altamonte Springs, CasselberryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto FL 436
1.3 mi·2 min·East Altamonte Drive
12
Turn right onto CR 427
0.2 mi·23 sec·Maitland Avenue
13
Turn left onto Orienta Avenue
118 ft·5 sec·Orienta Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Orienta Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of under two hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning can help you avoid the worst of rush hour traffic in both Tampa and the Orlando area. With only 94.6 miles, you won't need many stops, but it's wise to fill up your tank before you leave Tampa, as the $15 fuel cost is an estimate and prices can fluctuate. Pay attention to the exit numbers as you approach Altamonte Springs, as the transition from I 4 to local roads will be your main navigational point.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.3 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.8 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 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.3 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altamonte Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tampa, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tampa, FL
This is one driving day of about 94.6 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Tampa, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 90.8 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 92.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|North Ashley Drive
Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 275 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 275 North
7
1.5 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the exit toward I 4 East: Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 45B
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
6
62.8 mi into trip|~1h 10m 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.
8
92.8 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward FL 436: Altamonte Springs, Casselberry
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 92
Toward FL 436: Altamonte Springs, Casselberry
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.06 one way
$30.12 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$16.38
$32.76
premium
$4.72
$17.59
$35.18
diesel
$5.61
$20.89
$41.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.4
0
$9.93
$4.54
Efficient EV
23.7
0
$8.28
$3.78
EV Truck/SUV
37.8
0
$13.24
$6.05
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Tampa, FL
Afternoon
in Tampa on Sunday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Partly Cloudy
NNW 2 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Altamonte Springs, FL
Afternoon
in Altamonte Springs on Sunday
Local time
1:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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 50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is almost entirely interstate, with 97% on highways. The bulk of your travel, 90.8 miles, will be on I 4. You'll transition to surface roads, East Altamonte Drive, as you near your destination. This means you'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted highway driving before encountering the denser exits and local traffic of the Orlando metropolitan area.
97% 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: 90.8 mi on I 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and East Altamonte Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Ashley Drive.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.6 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 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 94.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.8 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 Altamonte 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 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: 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 Altamonte Springs, FL before heading back.
