How far is Lakeland, FL from Ferry Pass, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Ferry Pass, FL is about 454 miles (730.7 km), with a travel time of about 08h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 360.1 miles (579.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 16h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 27m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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 Madison County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Ferry Pass.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Ferry Pass.
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Start on East Walnut Street
129 m · 19 sec · East Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lake Morton Drive
727 ft · 22 sec · Lake Morton Drive
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Turn right onto South Iowa Avenue
1034 ft · 32 sec · South Iowa Avenue
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Continue on East Lemon Street
1307 ft · 46 sec · East Lemon Street
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Turn right onto South Florida Avenue
16.4 mi · 25 min · South Florida Avenue
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Turn right
34.8 mi · 46 min
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Keep slight left
89 m · 13 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left
1759 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right
2.5 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Ocala
1518 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
114.4 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
820 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tallahassee
1569 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right
283 mi · 5 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 291
1775 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 291 North: University of West Florida
75 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto North Davis Highway
1661 ft · 45 sec · North Davis Highway
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Turn right onto East Olive Road
2537 ft · 57 sec · East Olive Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Olive Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Ferry Pass.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 West
Merge slight right
283 mi · 05h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Partly Sunny leaving Lakeland and Partly Sunny near Ferry Pass.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Ferry Pass?
The road trip is about 454 miles (730.7 km) and usually takes 08h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Greenville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 227 miles from Lakeland and 227 miles from Ferry Pass.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 360.1 miles (579.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 93.9 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $66.45 one way or $132.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 142.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Lakeland and Ferry Pass, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lakeland and Partly Sunny near Ferry Pass.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Ferry Pass. Straight-line distance: 360.13 mi (579.58 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 Ferry Pass
CDP in Florida
| Population | 28,921 |
| Coordinates | 30.5102000, -87.2124700 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ferry Pass (-87.21247, 30.5102)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 731 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 15h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 11h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 09h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 07h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $66.45 | $132.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $73.63 | $147.26 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $78.43 | $156.87 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $69.69 | $139.37 |
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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