How far is Citrus Ridge, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from Citrus Ridge, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Polk County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Citrus Ridge and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Citrus Ridge and Lakeland.
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Start on Banana Palm Drive
569 ft · 44 sec · Banana Palm Drive
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Turn right onto Funie Steed Road
2553 ft · 1 min · Funie Steed Road
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Turn left onto Westside Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · Westside Boulevard
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Turn right onto Florence Villa Grove Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Florence Villa Grove Road
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Turn left
5.9 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4 West: Tampa
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
20.1 mi · 22 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 Citrus Ridge and Lakeland.
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.
I 4 West
Merge slight left
20.1 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.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Citrus Ridge and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Lakeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Citrus Ridge to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 34.9 miles (56.1 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Polk City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from Citrus Ridge and 17.4 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 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 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.10 one way or $10.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Citrus Ridge and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Polk 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 Polk City.
Lakeland
Lakeland
Winter Haven
Dade City, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Citrus Ridge and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 27.64 mi (44.49 km).
#1 Citrus Ridge
Census designated place in Florida
| Population | 13,285 |
| Coordinates | 28.3338500, -81.6423200 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| 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: 56 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $5.10 | $10.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.65 | $11.31 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $5.35 | $10.70 |
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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