How far is Apopka, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from Apopka, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 64.4 miles (103.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.4 miles (82.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
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 Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Apopka and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apopka and Lakeland.
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Start on Central Avenue
672 ft · 21 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
759 ft · 33 sec · West 3rd Street
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Turn slight right onto Orange Blossom Trail
1.6 km · 2 min · Orange Blossom Trail
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Turn left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Western Beltway
28.8 mi · 33 min · Western Beltway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
25 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 582: Lakeland
1802 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto North Socrum Loop Road
2707 ft · 53 sec · North Socrum Loop Road
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Turn right onto Lakeland Hills Boulevard
2.9 mi · 6 min · Lakeland Hills Boulevard
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Continue on North Massachusetts Avenue
1 mi · 3 min · North Massachusetts Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lake Morton Drive
1039 ft · 32 sec · Lake Morton Drive
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
129 m · 19 sec · East Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Apopka and Lakeland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Western Beltway
Merge slight left onto Western Beltway
28.8 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Apopka and Partly Sunny near Lakeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Apopka to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 64.4 miles (103.6 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Citrus Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.2 miles from Apopka and 32.1 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.4 miles (82.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.42 one way or $18.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Apopka and Partly Sunny near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Citrus Ridge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Windermere Town Hall
Kissimmee City Hall
Celebration Town Hall
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Citrus Ridge.
Kissimmee
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Winter Haven
Winter Park
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Apopka and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 51.42 mi (82.76 km).
#1 Apopka
The most populous city in Orange County, Florida.
| Population | 53,870 |
| Coordinates | 28.6761700, -81.5118600 |
| Altitude | 40 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeland
The most populous city in Polk County, Florida.
| Population | 115,283 |
| Coordinates | 28.0394700, -81.9498000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeland (-81.9498, 28.03947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 104 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $9.42 | $18.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.43 | $20.87 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $11.11 | $22.23 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $9.87 | $19.75 |
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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