How far is Citrus Park, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from Citrus Park, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 45 miles (72.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.9 miles (61 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Citrus Park and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Citrus Park and Lakeland.
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Start on Gunn Highway
1.3 km · 2 min · Gunn Highway
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Turn left onto Gunn Highway
574 ft · 17 sec · Gunn Highway
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Take the ramp slight right
1528 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Expressway
1.5 km · 1 min · Veterans Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Veterans Expressway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Veterans Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 580: Hillsborough Avenue
1339 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left onto Hillsborough Avenue
2.8 mi · 5 min · Hillsborough Avenue
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Continue on West Hillsborough Avenue
7.8 mi · 14 min · West Hillsborough Avenue
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Continue on Hillsborough Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Hillsborough Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 4 East: Orlando
2438 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
20.5 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lakeland
2222 ft · 54 sec
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Turn straight onto Memorial Boulevard
3.4 mi · 6 min · Memorial Boulevard
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Continue on East Memorial Boulevard
1061 ft · 29 sec · East Memorial Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Massachusetts Avenue
1 mi · 2 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 Citrus Park and Lakeland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 4 East
Merge slight left
20.5 mi · 00h 22m
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 Citrus Park to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 45 miles (72.4 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Seffner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.5 miles from Citrus Park and 22.6 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.9 miles (61 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.60 one way or $13.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Seffner
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Union Station
Lakeland
Lakeland
Dade City, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Citrus Park and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 37.9 mi (60.99 km).
#1 Citrus Park
Census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida
| Population | 24,252 |
| Coordinates | 28.0783500, -82.5698200 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.60 | $13.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.31 | $14.62 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $7.78 | $15.57 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $6.92 | $13.83 |
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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