How far is Lakeland, FL from Tavares, FL?
The driving distance from Lakeland, FL to Tavares, FL is about 62.3 miles (100.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 29m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Tavares.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Tavares.
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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
1 mi · 2 min · South Massachusetts Avenue
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Continue on Lakeland Hills Boulevard
3.6 mi · 7 min · Lakeland Hills Boulevard
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Take the ramp left toward I 4 East: Orlando
1691 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 33: Polk City
1396 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Lakeland Hills Boulevard
114 m · 5 sec · Lakeland Hills Boulevard
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Continue on Commonwealth Avenue
11.3 mi · 15 min · Commonwealth Avenue
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Commonwealth Avenue North
40 m · 2 sec · Commonwealth Avenue North
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Exit the roundabout onto Commonwealth Avenue North
21.2 mi · 27 min · Commonwealth Avenue North
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Turn left onto Broad Street
1765 ft · 54 sec · Broad Street
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Turn right onto Howey Road
13.3 mi · 20 min · Howey Road
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Turn right
6.5 mi · 10 min
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Turn right onto West Alfred Street
1.1 km · 1 min · West Alfred Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Alfred Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Tavares.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Commonwealth Avenue North
Exit the roundabout onto Commonwealth Avenue North
21.2 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Sunny leaving Lakeland and Sunny near Tavares.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Tavares?
The road trip is about 62.3 miles (100.2 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Bay Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.2 miles from Lakeland and 31.1 miles from Tavares.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.6 miles (87.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.13 one way or $18.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lakeland and Sunny near Tavares.
Stop Ideas Near Bay Lake
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 Bay Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Tavares. Straight-line distance: 54.56 mi (87.81 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 Tavares
City in Florida, United States
| Population | 17,832 |
| Coordinates | 28.8041600, -81.7256300 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tavares (-81.72563, 28.80416)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 100 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $9.13 | $18.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.11 | $20.22 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $10.77 | $21.54 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $9.57 | $19.14 |
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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