How far is Kathleen, FL from Orlando, FL?

The driving distance from Kathleen, FL to Orlando, FL is about 56.7 miles (91.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
56.69 mi
01h 12m
Flight
48.63 mi
78.27 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
48.63 mi
Kilometers
78.27 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
56.69 mi
Kilometers
91.24 km
Drive Time
01h 12m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Orlando
Thu, Apr 23, 5:29 AM EDT
Return by in Kathleen
Thu, Apr 23, 6:41 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Kathleen
2026-04-23T04:16
Arrive Orlando
Thu, Apr 23, 5:29 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:12 AM to 11:12 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:06 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Kathleen
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Loughman
FL

Census-designated place in Polk County, Florida

From Kathleen
28.4 mi
00h 36m
To Orlando
28.3 mi
00h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph E
Destination
82°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Kathleen and Orlando.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kathleen and Orlando.

  1. 1

    Start on Kathleen Road

    23 m · 7 sec · Kathleen Road

  2. 2

    Continue on Kathleen Road

    4.3 mi · 8 min · Kathleen Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight left

    1806 ft · 48 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    30.3 mi · 33 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    13.4 mi · 16 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right

    6.3 mi · 8 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street

    1760 ft · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right

    571 ft · 14 sec

  9. 9

    Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street

    81 m · 15 sec · West Kaley Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto South Division Avenue

    1.2 mi · 3 min · South Division Avenue

  11. 11

    Turn right onto West South Street

    1724 ft · 52 sec · West South Street

  12. 12

    Turn slight right

    31 m · 4 sec

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Kathleen and Orlando.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Kathleen Road
54.7 mi · 97%
South Division Avenue
1.25 mi · 2%
Kaley Avenue
0.44 mi · 1%
West South Street
0.33 mi · 1%
West Kaley Street
0.05 mi
Longest Stretch

Kathleen Road

Merge slight left

30.3 mi · 00h 33m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8 mi
48.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Loughman
00h 36m from Kathleen
Leave By
4:06 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Kathleen and Mostly Sunny near Orlando.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Kathleen to Orlando?

The road trip is about 56.7 miles (91.2 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?

Loughman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.4 miles from Kathleen and 28.3 miles from Orlando.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 48.7 miles (78.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:06 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.30 one way or $16.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kathleen and Mostly Sunny near Orlando.

Stop Ideas Near Loughman

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Loughman and the surrounding midpoint area.
City Hall
Scenic stop 13.4 mi away

City Hall

Orlando , FL
4740 Caribbean Way, Orlando, FL 32836
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews Tourist information center
Haines City Municipal Government
Meeting point 8.7 mi away

Haines City Municipal Government

Haines City , FL
620 E Main St, Haines City, FL 33844
Rating 1.4/5 12 reviews City Hall
Celebration Town Hall
Nearby stop 8.6 mi away

Celebration Town Hall

Celebration , FL
851 Celebration Ave, Celebration, FL 34747
Rating 4.4/5 91 reviews Homeowners' association,Community center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Loughman.

RAIL

Kissimmee

17 mi away
111 East Dakin Ave.
RAIL

Winter Haven

31 mi away
1800 7th St SW
RAIL

Orlando Health/Amtrak

36 mi away
1400 Sligh Blvd.
RAIL

Lakeland

44 mi away
600 East Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Kathleen and Orlando. Straight-line distance: 48.63 mi (78.27 km).

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#1 Kathleen

Census designated place

Population6,332
Coordinates28.1208500, -82.0231400
Altitude44
CountryUnited States
Orlando

#2 Orlando

The most populous city in Florida and the center of the Orlando metropolitan area.

Population289,457
Coordinates28.5383400, -81.3792400
Altitude30
CountryUnited States
Start: Kathleen Road (-82.023117, 28.120852)
End: South Street (-81.379244, 28.538325)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 91 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 08m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 48m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2 gal
7.57 L · about $8.30
Round trip
$16.59
4 gal · 15.14 L
Estimated CO2
17.8 kg one way
Round trip: 35.5 kg / 78 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $8.30 $16.59
Mid-grade $4.60 $9.19 $18.38
Premium $4.90 $9.79 $19.58
Diesel $4.35 $8.70 $17.40

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

There is no time difference between Kathleen and Orlando. The current time is 04:16:50.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.