How far is Lakeland, FL from Daytona Beach, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Daytona Beach, FL is about 109.3 miles (175.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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.
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 12m.
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.
The most populous city in Florida and the center of the Orlando metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Daytona Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Daytona Beach.
-
1
Start on East Walnut Street
129 m · 19 sec · East Walnut Street
-
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto Lake Morton Drive
1039 ft · 31 sec · Lake Morton Drive
-
3
Turn right onto South Massachusetts Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Massachusetts Avenue
-
4
Continue on Lakeland Hills Boulevard
3.6 mi · 7 min · Lakeland Hills Boulevard
-
5
Take the ramp left toward I 4 East: Orlando
1691 ft · 51 sec
-
6
Merge slight left
27 mi · 30 min
-
7
Keep slight left
13.4 mi · 16 min
-
8
Keep slight right
56.7 mi · 1 hr 5 min
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on SR 400: South Daytona
3.7 mi · 5 min
-
10
Turn left onto South Nova Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · South Nova Road
-
11
Turn right onto International Speedway Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · International Speedway Boulevard
-
12
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · International Speedway Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Daytona Beach.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 4 East
Keep slight right
56.7 mi · 01h 05m
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 Lakeland and Sunny near Daytona Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Daytona Beach?
The road trip is about 109.3 miles (175.9 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Orlando is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.7 miles from Lakeland and 54.6 miles from Daytona Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.5 miles (158.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.8 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 2:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.01 one way or $32.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lakeland and Sunny near Daytona Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Orlando
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Windermere Town Hall
City of Orlando
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Orlando.
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Winter Park
Kissimmee
Sanford
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Daytona Beach. Straight-line distance: 98.54 mi (158.59 km).
#1 Lakeland
The most populous city in Polk County, Florida.
| Population | 115,283 |
| Coordinates | 28.0394700, -81.9498000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Daytona Beach
The most populous city in Volusia County, Florida.
| Population | 70,143 |
| Coordinates | 29.2108100, -81.0228300 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Daytona Beach (-81.02283, 29.21081)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $16.01 | $32.02 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $17.74 | $35.48 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $18.90 | $37.80 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $16.79 | $33.58 |
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 18, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.