Spanning 94.2 miles across Central Florida, this trip from Tampa to Goldenrod typically takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes. You will primarily navigate via North Ashley Drive and I-275, making it an efficient connection within the state. Because the total duration is under two hours, this journey is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the lack of mandatory stops allows you to complete the transit in one straightforward push.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.1 miles from Tampa, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 4
81.4 mi
1h 31m
Semoran Boulevard
4.6 mi
7m
East-West Expressway
3.1 mi
3m
Aloma Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
I 275
0.7 mi
1m
Lake Underhill Road
0.6 mi
1m
North Ashley Drive
0.3 mi
<1m
Palmetto Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 81.4 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Goldenrod, 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
7.1 mi·8 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 82Toward FL 408: Ocoee, TitusvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·41 sec·this road
Exit 82AToward FL 408
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward FL 408 Toll East: TitusvilleUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto FL 408 Toll
3.1 mi·3 min·East-West Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 14Toward Andes Avenue, Semoran BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on CR 526
0.6 mi·1 min·Lake Underhill Road
16
Turn left onto FL 436
4.6 mi·7 min·Semoran Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Turn right onto FL 426
1.2 mi·2 min·Aloma Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Palmetto Avenue
496 ft·26 sec·Palmetto Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Palmetto Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip of 94.2 miles, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means your focus will be required throughout the entire 1 hour and 53-minute duration. Because there are no scheduled stops in the itinerary, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to keep your $16 budget on track. A smart tip for this specific drive is to map your turns carefully on North Ashley Drive before starting your engine, as the local road navigation can be more complex than a simple highway commute.
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 47.1 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.4 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 47.1 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goldenrod, 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 94.2 miles and 1h 53m.
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 81.4 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 87.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
8
83.3 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward FL 408: Ocoee, Titusville
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 82
Toward FL 408: Ocoee, Titusville
7
83.8 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 408 Toll East: Titusville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Titusville
8
87.4 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward Andes Avenue, Semoran Boulevard
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 14
Toward Andes Avenue, Semoran Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.99 one way
$29.99 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$16.31
$32.62
premium
$4.72
$17.52
$35.03
diesel
$5.61
$20.80
$41.60
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 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
28.3
0
$9.89
$4.52
Efficient EV
23.6
0
$8.24
$3.77
EV Truck/SUV
37.7
0
$13.19
$6.03
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 12, 2026
Origin
Tampa, FL
Morning
in Tampa on Tuesday
Local time
9:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Sunny
ENE 6 to 12 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 2:27AM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 2:22AM EDT until April 14 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Goldenrod, FL
Morning
in Goldenrod on Tuesday
Local time
9:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
88°F
Lake Butler, FL
47 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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 53m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate out of Tampa. While the route utilizes I-275 North, the character of the road leans more toward urban and local transit than a wide-open interstate cruise. You will find that the highway share is 0%, emphasizing the need to stay alert for frequent turns and changing traffic patterns. The road personality shifts from dense city navigation toward a more localized flow as you progress toward Goldenrod. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience rather than a monotonous highway slog.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.4 mi on I 4.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and Semoran Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.6 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; at 83.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
165 ft15 ft
Total Climb
197 ft
Total Descent
127 ft
Highest Point
165 ft
~43.2 mi in
Elevation Range
150 ft
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 Tampa, FL to Goldenrod, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Titusville along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 94.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81.4 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 Goldenrod, 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 0.6 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; at 83.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Goldenrod, FL before heading back.
