How far is Alturas, FL from Kathleen, FL?
The driving distance from Alturas, FL to Kathleen, FL is about 30 miles (48.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.5 miles (41 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Polk County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alturas and Kathleen.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alturas and Kathleen.
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Start on Central Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Cox Road
2.4 mi · 6 min · Cox Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 80 Foot Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · 80 Foot Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
4.6 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto Van Fleet Drive
3253 ft · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
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Turn right onto Broadway Avenue
3184 ft · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
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Continue on Bartow Road
12.3 mi · 19 min · Bartow Road
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Turn right onto Kathleen Road
6.5 mi · 12 min · Kathleen Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kathleen Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alturas and Kathleen.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Bartow Road
Continue on Bartow Road
12.3 mi · 00h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Alturas and Sunny near Kathleen.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alturas to Kathleen?
The road trip is about 30 miles (48.3 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Highland City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15 miles from Alturas and 15 miles from Kathleen.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.5 miles (41 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.40 one way or $8.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Alturas and Sunny near Kathleen.
Stop Ideas Near Highland City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Highland City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alturas and Kathleen. Straight-line distance: 25.49 mi (41.02 km).
#1 Alturas
Alturas is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 27.8716900, -81.7150800 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kathleen
Census designated place
| Population | 6,332 |
| Coordinates | 28.1208500, -82.0231400 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kathleen Road (-82.023117, 28.120852)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $4.40 | $8.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.87 | $9.74 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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