How far is Lakeland, FL from Oldsmar, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Oldsmar, FL is about 47.3 miles (76.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m 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
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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 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Oldsmar.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Oldsmar.
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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
72 m · 14 sec · South Massachusetts Avenue
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Turn left onto East Lime Street
1877 ft · 56 sec · East Lime Street
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Turn right onto Sikes Boulevard
2528 ft · 58 sec · Sikes Boulevard
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Continue on Kathleen Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · Kathleen Road
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Turn left
2373 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left
22.7 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 92 West: Hillsborough Avenue, Busch Gardens
3060 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight
9 mi · 16 min
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Continue on Hillsborough Avenue
9.8 mi · 16 min · Hillsborough Avenue
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Continue on Tampa Road
2784 ft · 55 sec · Tampa Road
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Turn left onto Saint Petersburg Drive
1 km · 2 min · Saint Petersburg Drive
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Turn right onto Park Boulevard
21 m · 3 sec · Park Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Park Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Oldsmar.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Kathleen Road
Merge slight left
22.7 mi · 00h 24m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lakeland and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms near Oldsmar.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Oldsmar?
The road trip is about 47.3 miles (76.2 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Seffner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.6 miles from Lakeland and 23.7 miles from Oldsmar.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.6 miles (70.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.24 one way or $14.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakeland and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms near Oldsmar.
Stop Ideas Near Seffner
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Seffner.
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Lakeland
Lakeland
Dade City, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Oldsmar. Straight-line distance: 43.63 mi (70.21 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 Oldsmar
City in Florida, United States
| Population | 15,005 |
| Coordinates | 28.0341800, -82.6651000 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oldsmar (-82.6651, 28.03418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $4.33 | $7.24 | $14.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.79 | $8.00 | $15.99 |
| Premium | $5.12 | $8.54 | $17.08 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $10.60 | $21.21 |
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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