How far is Avon Park, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from Avon Park, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.9 miles (65.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m 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 08m.
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.
City in Polk County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Avon Park and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon Park and Lakeland.
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Start on West Main Street
2651 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn right
22.7 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit left
1135 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
14.7 mi · 19 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
10.7 mi · 16 min · Bartow Road
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Turn left onto East Lime Street
1939 ft · 1 min · East Lime Street
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Turn left onto South Lake Avenue
82 m · 13 sec · South Lake Avenue
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Turn right onto East Walnut Street
85 m · 12 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 Avon Park 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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn right
22.7 mi · 00h 28m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Avon Park to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Lake Wales is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.3 miles from Avon Park and 25.2 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.9 miles (65.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.38 one way or $14.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Avon Park and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Wales
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Avon Park and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 40.92 mi (65.85 km).
#1 Avon Park
Town in Highlands County, Florida, United States
| Population | 10,086 |
| Coordinates | 27.5958700, -81.5061900 |
| Altitude | 46 |
| 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: 81 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $7.38 | $14.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $8.71 | $17.43 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $7.74 | $15.49 |
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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