How far is Orlando, FL from Lake Magdalene, FL?
The driving distance from Orlando, FL to Lake Magdalene, FL is about 87.1 miles (140.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.8 miles (118.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 34m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 47m.
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Halfway Point
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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 Lake Magdalene.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando and Lake Magdalene.
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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
73.3 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Ocala, Naples
1759 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 North: Ocala
1.6 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 582: Fowler Avenue, Temple Terrace
2094 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on FL 582 West: Fowler Avenue, Temple Terrace
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn straight onto East Fowler Avenue
5.7 mi · 10 min · East Fowler Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 275 North: Ocala
1422 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
2739 ft · 39 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 582A: Fletcher Avenue
1238 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto East Fletcher Avenue
1635 ft · 39 sec · East Fletcher Avenue
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Continue on West Fletcher Avenue
2677 ft · 58 sec · West Fletcher Avenue
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Turn right onto North Boulevard
687 ft · 22 sec · North Boulevard
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Turn left onto Sylvia Lane
2017 ft · 1 min · Sylvia Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sylvia Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Orlando and Lake Magdalene.
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
73.3 mi · 01h 22m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Orlando and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lake Magdalene.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orlando to Lake Magdalene?
The road trip is about 87.1 miles (140.1 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?
Polk City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.6 miles from Orlando and 43.6 miles from Lake Magdalene.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.8 miles (118.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 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 2:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.73 one way or $25.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Orlando and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lake Magdalene.
Stop Ideas Near Polk City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orlando and Lake Magdalene. Straight-line distance: 73.79 mi (118.76 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 Lake Magdalene
Census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida
| Population | 28,509 |
| Coordinates | 28.0741800, -82.4717600 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Magdalene (-82.47176, 28.07418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $12.73 | $25.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $15.03 | $30.06 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $13.35 | $26.71 |
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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