How far is Haines City, FL from Harlem, FL?
The driving distance from Haines City, FL to Harlem, FL is about 123 miles (198 km), with a travel time of about 02h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 36m 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 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.
Town in Highlands County, Florida, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Haines City and Harlem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haines City and Harlem.
-
1
Start on East Johnson Avenue
100 m · 14 sec · East Johnson Avenue
-
2
Continue on North 13th Street
902 ft · 42 sec · North 13th Street
-
3
Turn right onto Stuart Avenue
79 m · 7 sec · Stuart Avenue
-
4
Continue on Lily Avenue
153 m · 16 sec · Lily Avenue
-
5
Turn left onto North 10th Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · North 10th Street
-
6
Continue straight
3.5 mi · 6 min
-
7
Turn right onto Main Street
155 m · 10 sec · Main Street
-
8
Continue on Dundee Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Dundee Road
-
9
Turn left
31.4 mi · 40 min
-
10
Continue straight
10.3 mi · 15 min
-
11
Continue straight
55.1 mi · 1 hr 7 min
-
12
Merge slight left
1177 ft · 18 sec
-
13
Turn slight right
103 m · 4 sec
-
14
Continue straight
15 mi · 19 min
-
15
Turn right onto Lewis Boulevard
1.1 mi · 3 min · Lewis Boulevard
-
16
Turn right onto 13th Street
630 ft · 23 sec · 13th Street
-
17
Turn left onto Harlem Academy Avenue
2462 ft · 1 min · Harlem Academy Avenue
-
18
Turn left onto 10th Street
27 m · 3 sec · 10th Street
-
19
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Haines City and Harlem.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Dundee Road
Continue straight
55.1 mi · 01h 07m
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.
Sunny leaving Haines City and Clear near Harlem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Haines City to Harlem?
The road trip is about 123 miles (198 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Lake Placid is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.7 miles from Haines City and 62.3 miles from Harlem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 1:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.00 one way or $36.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Haines City and Clear near Harlem.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Placid
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 Lake Placid.
Sebring
Okeechobee
Port Charlotte, Florida
Winter Haven
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Haines City and Harlem. Straight-line distance: 103.61 mi (166.74 km).
#1 Haines City
City in Polk County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 26,009 |
| Coordinates | 28.1145000, -81.6200900 |
| Altitude | 51 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harlem
A census-designated place in Palm Beach County, Florida.
| Population | 2,705 |
| Coordinates | 26.7375700, -80.9509000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: 10th Street (-80.950993, 26.737569)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $18.00 | $36.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.95 | $39.89 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $21.25 | $42.50 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $18.88 | $37.76 |
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 16, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.