How far is Mount Plymouth, FL from Tampa, FL?
The driving distance from Mount Plymouth, FL to Tampa, FL is about 105.8 miles (170.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.8 miles (131.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mount Plymouth and Tampa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Plymouth and Tampa.
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Start on the route
22 m · 4 sec
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Turn right onto Sorrento Avenue
1.5 km · 1 min · Sorrento Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right
3110 ft · 50 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward FL 429 Toll North
43 m · 2 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
2451 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left onto Wekiva Parkway
9.9 mi · 11 min · Wekiva Parkway
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Continue on Western Beltway
2.8 mi · 3 min · Western Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on Western Beltway
29.9 mi · 34 min · Western Beltway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
56.9 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight left toward FL 618 Toll: Port of Tampa, West Selmon Expressway Toll
1.1 km · 59 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Downtown, West Selmonm Expressway Toll
1161 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Downtown, West Selmon Expressway Toll
2296 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
1212 ft · 31 sec
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Turn straight onto East Kennedy Boulevard
1885 ft · 1 min · East Kennedy Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mount Plymouth and Tampa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 4 West
Merge slight left
56.9 mi · 01h 02m
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 Mount Plymouth and Sunny near Tampa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mount Plymouth to Tampa?
The road trip is about 105.8 miles (170.2 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Davenport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.8 miles from Mount Plymouth and 52.9 miles from Tampa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.8 miles (131.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 24 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.47 one way or $30.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Mount Plymouth and Sunny near Tampa.
Stop Ideas Near Davenport
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mount Plymouth and Tampa. Straight-line distance: 81.85 mi (131.72 km).
#1 Mount Plymouth
Census-designated place in Lake County, Florida
| Population | 4,011 |
| Coordinates | 28.8080500, -81.5331300 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area.
| Population | 407,599 |
| Coordinates | 27.9475200, -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kennedy Boulevard (-82.458429, 27.947518)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 170 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 19m |
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 | $15.47 | $30.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $17.14 | $34.29 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $18.26 | $36.52 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $16.23 | $32.45 |
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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