How far is Laurel, FL from Orlando, FL?
The driving distance from Laurel, FL to Orlando, FL is about 139.9 miles (225.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 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.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laurel and Orlando.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel and Orlando.
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Start on Tamiami Trail
733 ft · 20 sec · Tamiami Trail
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Continue on Tamiami Trail
1856 ft · 45 sec · Tamiami Trail
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Turn slight right
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight left
59.2 mi · 1 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4: Tampa, Orlando
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 4 East: Orlando
2988 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
52.2 mi · 57 min
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Keep slight left
13.4 mi · 16 min
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Keep slight right
6.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
1760 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
571 ft · 14 sec
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Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street
81 m · 15 sec · West Kaley Street
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Turn left onto South Division Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · South Division Avenue
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Turn right onto West South Street
1724 ft · 52 sec · West South Street
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Turn slight right
31 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laurel and Orlando.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Tamiami Trail
Merge slight left
59.2 mi · 01h 04m
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 Laurel and Sunny near Orlando.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laurel to Orlando?
The road trip is about 139.9 miles (225.1 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Seffner is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70 miles from Laurel and 69.9 miles from Orlando.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:32 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.90 one way or $37.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Laurel and Sunny near Orlando.
Stop Ideas Near Seffner
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 Seffner.
Union Station
Lakeland
Lakeland
Dade City, Florida
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laurel and Orlando. Straight-line distance: 116.86 mi (188.07 km).
#1 Laurel
Laurel is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 27.1437800, -82.4615800 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Orlando
The most populous city in Florida and the center of the Orlando metropolitan area.
| Population | 289,457 |
| Coordinates | 28.5383400, -81.3792400 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Street (-81.379244, 28.538325)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.83 | $18.90 | $37.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $21.30 | $42.60 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $22.99 | $45.98 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $29.29 | $58.58 |
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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