How far is Lakeland, FL from Poinciana, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Poinciana, FL is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.8 miles (49.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Polk County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Poinciana.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Poinciana.
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Start on East Walnut Street
85 m · 17 sec · East Walnut Street
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Turn left onto South Lake Avenue
1586 ft · 1 min · South Lake Avenue
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Turn right onto East Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Fairway Avenue
674 ft · 22 sec · Fairway Avenue
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Turn right
20.1 mi · 31 min
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Turn left onto 17th Street
2657 ft · 1 min · 17th Street
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Turn right onto Johnson Avenue East
3.9 mi · 6 min · Johnson Avenue East
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Continue on Cypress Parkway
6.9 mi · 10 min · Cypress Parkway
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Turn right onto Cypress Drive
140 m · 24 sec · Cypress Drive
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Turn right onto Country Club Road
1516 ft · 47 sec · Country Club Road
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Turn left onto Divot Lane
27 m · 4 sec · Divot Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Divot Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Poinciana.
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.
Longest stretch
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20.1 mi · 00h 31m
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 Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lakeland and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Poinciana.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Poinciana?
The road trip is about 34.4 miles (55.3 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?
Lake Alfred is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Lakeland and 17.2 miles from Poinciana.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.8 miles (49.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.02 one way or $10.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakeland and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Poinciana.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Alfred
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 Lake Alfred.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Poinciana. Straight-line distance: 30.75 mi (49.49 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 Poinciana
A census-designated place (CDP) in Osceola County, Florida.
| Population | 69,439 |
| Coordinates | 28.1402900, -81.4584100 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Poinciana (-81.45841, 28.14029)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.56 | $11.12 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $5.92 | $11.85 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $5.26 | $10.53 |
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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