How far is Lakeland, FL from Sebastian, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Sebastian, FL is about 114.8 miles (184.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 91.6 miles (147.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 03m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 31m.
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.
Census designated place in Florida, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Sebastian.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Sebastian.
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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
82 m · 16 sec · South Lake Avenue
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Turn right onto East Lime Street
1878 ft · 56 sec · East Lime Street
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Turn right onto Bartow Road
10.7 mi · 16 min · Bartow Road
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
3183 ft · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn left onto Van Fleet Drive
2787 ft · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
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Continue straight
1427 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
10.8 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
70.7 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Continue straight
1820 ft · 37 sec
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Take the exit left toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
2121 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
8.3 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 512: Fellsmere, Sebastian
2079 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Fellsmere Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Fellsmere Road
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Continue on Sebastian Boulevard
4.3 mi · 8 min · Sebastian Boulevard
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Turn left onto High Street
958 ft · 29 sec · High Street
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Continue on Louisiana Avenue
2278 ft · 1 min · Louisiana Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Louisiana Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Sebastian.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Van Fleet Drive
Continue straight
70.7 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Lakeland and Mostly Clear near Sebastian.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Sebastian?
The road trip is about 114.8 miles (184.7 km) and usually takes 02h 31m 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?
Babson Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57.4 miles from Lakeland and 57.4 miles from Sebastian.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 91.6 miles (147.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.2 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 1:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.80 one way or $33.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Lakeland and Mostly Clear near Sebastian.
Stop Ideas Near Babson Park
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 Babson Park.
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Lakeland
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Sebastian. Straight-line distance: 91.6 mi (147.42 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 Sebastian
City in Indian River County, State of Florida, United States
| Population | 26,482 |
| Coordinates | 27.8164100, -80.4706100 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sebastian (-80.47061, 27.81641)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 185 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $18.61 | $37.23 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $19.83 | $39.66 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $17.62 | $35.23 |
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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