How far is Gainesville, FL from Hunters Creek, FL?
The driving distance from Gainesville, FL to Hunters Creek, FL is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 104.6 miles (168.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 15m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Sumter County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gainesville and Hunters Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville and Hunters Creek.
-
1
Start on South Main Street
2510 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
-
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Main Street
45 m · 3 sec · South Main Street
-
3
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
1332 ft · 33 sec · South Main Street
-
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Main Street
18 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
-
5
Exit the roundabout onto South Main Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
-
6
Turn right onto Southwest Williston Road
2572 ft · 54 sec · Southwest Williston Road
-
7
Turn left onto South Main Street
807 ft · 23 sec · South Main Street
-
8
Turn straight
2000 ft · 34 sec
-
9
Continue straight
7 mi · 8 min
-
10
Continue straight
3212 ft · 47 sec
-
11
Turn right onto Southeast County Road 234
1.4 mi · 3 min · Southeast County Road 234
-
12
Take the ramp left toward I 75 South: Tampa
1148 ft · 28 sec
-
13
Merge slight left
46.2 mi · 50 min
-
14
Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
52.6 mi · 56 min · Florida's Turnpike
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward Consulate Drive
1567 ft · 33 sec
-
16
Keep slight left to continue on FL 528 Toll West: Consulate Drive
46 m · 6 sec
-
17
Continue on FL 528 Toll West: Orange County Convention Center
1712 ft · 44 sec
-
18
Merge slight left onto Beachline Expressway
1653 ft · 21 sec · Beachline Expressway
-
19
Take the exit slight right toward CR 423: John Young Parkway
1611 ft · 39 sec
-
20
Keep slight left to continue on CR 423 South: John Young Parkway
592 ft · 18 sec
-
21
Merge slight right onto John Young Parkway
4.4 mi · 7 min · John Young Parkway
-
22
Turn right onto Town Loop Boulevard
78 m · 7 sec · Town Loop Boulevard
-
23
Turn slight left
24 m · 4 sec
-
24
Turn slight left
15 m · 9 sec
-
25
Turn left
74 m · 18 sec
-
26
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gainesville and Hunters Creek.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
52.6 mi · 00h 56m
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 leaving Gainesville and Mostly Sunny near Hunters Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gainesville to Hunters Creek?
The road trip is about 117.4 miles (188.9 km) and usually takes 02h 15m 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?
Wildwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.8 miles from Gainesville and 58.6 miles from Hunters Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 104.6 miles (168.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 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 2:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.17 one way or $34.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gainesville and Mostly Sunny near Hunters Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Wildwood
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Belleview City Hall Park
Inverness Government Center
City of Belleview
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wildwood.
Wildwood, Florida
The Villages-Lady Lake, FL
Ocala, Florida
Dade City, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gainesville and Hunters Creek. Straight-line distance: 104.55 mi (168.26 km).
#1 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 135,004 |
| Coordinates | 29.6516300, -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hunters Creek
Census-designated place and an unincorporated area in Orange County, Florida, United States
| Population | 14,321 |
| Coordinates | 28.3605600, -81.4222900 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hunters Creek (-81.42229, 28.36056)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $17.17 | $34.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.03 | $38.05 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $20.27 | $40.54 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $18.01 | $36.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Florida · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.