How far is Lakeland, FL from Hunters Creek, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Hunters Creek, FL is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39 miles (62.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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 00h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Hunters Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Hunters Creek.
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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
1039 ft · 31 sec · Lake Morton Drive
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Turn right onto South Massachusetts Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Massachusetts Avenue
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Continue on Lakeland Hills Boulevard
3.6 mi · 7 min · Lakeland Hills Boulevard
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Take the ramp left toward I 4 East: Orlando
1691 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
27 mi · 30 min
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration
1380 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on Southern Connector Extension
7.5 mi · 9 min · Southern Connector Extension
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Continue on Central Florida GreeneWay
3 mi · 3 min · Central Florida GreeneWay
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 423
1731 ft · 33 sec
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Turn right onto John Young Parkway
1.3 km · 2 min · John Young Parkway
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Turn right onto Town Loop Boulevard
78 m · 7 sec · Town Loop Boulevard
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Turn slight left
24 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight left
15 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
74 m · 18 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Hunters Creek.
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
Merge slight left
27 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lakeland and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hunters Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Hunters Creek?
The road trip is about 44.2 miles (71.2 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Davenport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.1 miles from Lakeland and 22.1 miles from Hunters Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39 miles (62.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.47 one way or $12.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakeland and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hunters Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Davenport
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Hunters Creek. Straight-line distance: 39.04 mi (62.83 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 Hunters Creek
Census-designated place and an unincorporated area in Orange County, Florida, United States
| Population | 14,321 |
| Coordinates | 28.3605600, -81.4222900 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hunters Creek (-81.42229, 28.36056)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.17 | $14.34 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $6.79 | $13.57 |
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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