How far is Lakeland, FL from Tampa, FL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lakeland and Tampa is 31.67 miles (50.98 km).
Flight distance from Lakeland, FL to Tampa, FL is 31.67 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lakeland, Florida to Tampa, Florida is: 35.65 miles (57.37 km) by car.
Driving from Lakeland to Tampa will take approximately 00 hours 39 minutes.
#1 Lakeland
The most populous city in Polk County, Florida. It is located on Lakeland Highlands in central Florida. Lakeland is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Lakeland Museum of Art and the Florida Southern College Lakeland Campus.
| Population | 115283 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 28°2'22"N 81°56'59"W |
| Latitude | 28.0394700 |
| Longitude | -81.9498000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area. It is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Tampa is known for its beaches, its Busch Gardens amusement park, and its many attractions, such as the Florida Aquarium and the Museum of Science and Industry.
| Population | 407599 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 27°56'51"N 82°27'30"W |
| Latitude | 27.9475200 |
| Longitude | -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Tampa: Kennedy Boulevard (-82.458429,27.947518)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lakeland and Tampa
The distance between Lakeland and Tampa is 57 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 38 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Lakeland and Tampa. The current time is 02:00:36.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.76 liters (1.26 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lakeland and Tampa.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lakeland to Tampa is $4.18 (diesel $5.47).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $4.18 | $4.71 | $5.11 | $5.47 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Florida ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.324 (Diesel $4.350) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lakeland and Tampa (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
