How far is Orlando, FL from South Daytona, FL?
The driving distance from Orlando, FL to South Daytona, FL is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 13m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 01h 06m.
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.
A city in Volusia County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Orlando and South Daytona.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando and South Daytona.
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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
1163 ft · 38 sec · West Anderson Street
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Take the ramp right toward I 4 East
974 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left
48.6 mi · 55 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 400: South Daytona
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Turn right onto Nova Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Nova Road
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Turn left onto Big Tree Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Big Tree Road
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Turn right onto Anastasia Drive
2679 ft · 1 min · Anastasia Drive
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Enter the roundabout toward the route
12 m · 1 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 Orlando and South Daytona.
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 East
Merge slight left
48.6 mi · 00h 55m
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 Orlando and Sunny near South Daytona.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Orlando to South Daytona?
The road trip is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?
Deltona is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.7 miles from Orlando and 27.5 miles from South Daytona.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48.9 miles (78.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.09 one way or $16.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Orlando and Sunny near South Daytona.
Stop Ideas Near Deltona
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of DeLand Utility Billing
City of Lake Mary City Hall
Deltona City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Deltona.
Sanford
DeLand
Winter Park
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Orlando and South Daytona. Straight-line distance: 48.93 mi (78.74 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 South Daytona
City in Volusia County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 13,639 |
| Coordinates | 29.1658200, -81.0045000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Daytona (-81.0045, 29.16582)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 89 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 41m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.96 | $17.92 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $9.55 | $19.09 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $8.48 | $16.97 |
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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