How far is Harlem, FL from Haines City, FL?
The driving distance from Harlem, FL to Haines City, FL is about 121.1 miles (194.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.6 miles (166.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 19m 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 02h 39m.
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
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harlem and Haines City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlem and Haines City.
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Start on 10th Street
27 m · 5 sec · 10th Street
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Turn right onto Harlem Academy Avenue
2462 ft · 1 min · Harlem Academy Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 13th Street
630 ft · 23 sec · 13th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lewis Boulevard
1.1 mi · 3 min · Lewis Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left
779 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight right
4.9 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
51 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Continue straight
918 ft · 20 sec
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Continue straight
10.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
41.5 mi · 55 min
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Continue straight
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Dundee Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Dundee Road
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Continue on Main Street
155 m · 18 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Center Street
6.2 mi · 10 min · Center Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lily Avenue
153 m · 14 sec · Lily Avenue
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Continue on Stuart Avenue
156 m · 19 sec · Stuart Avenue
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Turn left onto North 14th Street
907 ft · 42 sec · North 14th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Johnson Avenue
25 m · 4 sec · East Johnson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Johnson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harlem and Haines City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Lewis Boulevard
Continue straight
51 mi · 01h 02m
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.
Clear leaving Harlem and Sunny near Haines City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harlem to Haines City?
The road trip is about 121.1 miles (194.9 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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 60.6 miles from Harlem and 60.4 miles from Haines City.
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 17.5 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 1:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.71 one way or $35.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Harlem and Sunny near Haines City.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Placid
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harlem and Haines City. Straight-line distance: 103.61 mi (166.74 km).
#1 Harlem
A census-designated place in Palm Beach County, Florida.
| Population | 2,705 |
| Coordinates | 26.7375700, -80.9509000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Haines City
City in Polk County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 26,009 |
| Coordinates | 28.1145000, -81.6200900 |
| Altitude | 51 |
| Country | United States |
End: Haines City (-81.62009, 28.1145)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 195 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $17.71 | $35.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.62 | $39.25 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $20.91 | $41.81 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $18.57 | $37.15 |
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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