How far is Lakeland, FL from Silver Springs, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Silver Springs, FL is about 86 miles (138.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 14m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
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.
United States city in Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Silver Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Silver Springs.
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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 right
787 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight
3.2 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto East Warm Springs Avenue
7.3 mi · 12 min · East Warm Springs Avenue
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Continue straight
12.2 mi · 18 min
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Turn slight left onto Abshier Boulevard
845 ft · 19 sec · Abshier Boulevard
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Turn right onto Hames Road
1909 ft · 56 sec · Hames Road
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Turn sharp left onto Southeast 58th Avenue
10.5 mi · 18 min · Southeast 58th Avenue
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Continue on Northeast 55th Avenue
1743 ft · 35 sec · Northeast 55th Avenue
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Turn right onto East Silver Springs Boulevard
11 m · 1 sec · East Silver Springs Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Silver Springs Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Silver Springs.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
34.8 mi · 00h 46m
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 then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lakeland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Silver Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Silver Springs?
The road trip is about 86 miles (138.4 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Webster is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.1 miles from Lakeland and 42.9 miles from Silver Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 2:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.61 one way or $25.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakeland and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Silver Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Webster
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 Webster.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Silver Springs. Straight-line distance: 81.6 mi (131.32 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 Silver Springs
Unincorporated community in Florida
| Population | 10,334 |
| Coordinates | 29.2166400, -82.0575900 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: Silver Springs (-82.05759, 29.21664)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 138 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $12.61 | $25.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.97 | $27.94 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $14.88 | $29.77 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $13.22 | $26.45 |
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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