How far is Orlando, FL from Brandon, FL?
The driving distance from Orlando, FL to Brandon, FL is about 78.9 miles (126.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69 miles (111.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 09m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 34m.
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.
City in Polk County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Orlando and Brandon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando and Brandon.
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Start on the route
35 m · 5 sec
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Turn right onto South Orange Avenue
140 m · 19 sec · South Orange Avenue
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Turn right onto West Anderson Street
146 m · 17 sec · West Anderson Street
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Turn right onto Boone Avenue
616 ft · 24 sec · Boone Avenue
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Turn left onto West South Street
937 ft · 36 sec · West South Street
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Take the ramp left toward I 4 West
1477 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
72 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 579: Mango, Thonotosassa
1359 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 579: Mango, Seffner
46 m · 6 sec
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Turn left
1868 ft · 44 sec
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Continue straight
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto East Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
1 mi · 2 min · East Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
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Turn right onto South Parsons Avenue
3 mi · 5 min · South Parsons Avenue
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Turn right onto West Brandon Boulevard
15 m · 1 sec · West Brandon Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Brandon Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orlando and Brandon.
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
72 mi · 01h 21m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Orlando and Mostly Sunny near Brandon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orlando to Brandon?
The road trip is about 78.9 miles (126.9 km) and usually takes 01h 34m 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?
Polk City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.4 miles from Orlando and 39.4 miles from Brandon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69 miles (111.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 3:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.53 one way or $23.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Orlando and Mostly Sunny near Brandon.
Stop Ideas Near Polk City
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 Polk City.
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Winter Haven
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orlando and Brandon. Straight-line distance: 69.05 mi (111.12 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Brandon
The most populous city in Hillsborough County, Florida.
| Population | 48,859 |
| Coordinates | 27.9378000, -82.2859200 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Brandon (-82.28592, 27.9378)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 127 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $11.53 | $23.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $12.78 | $25.55 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $13.61 | $27.22 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $12.09 | $24.19 |
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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