How far is Plant City, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Fastest route
The distance from Plant City, Florida, to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is approximately 225 miles (362 kilometers). The fastest route takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes and includes toll roads. Here are some tips and suggestions for the journey:
Directions
- Head west on E Baker St toward N Gordon St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto N Gordon St.
- Turn right onto E Calhoun St.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp to Orlando.
- Drive from FL-570 E to Polk County. Take exit 10 from FL-570 E.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 27 for FL-570 E toward Lakeland/Winter Haven (Toll road).
- Get on Florida's Tpke in Osceola County from FL-60 E/E State Rd 60 E.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto US-98 S/Bartow Rd (Toll road).
- Use the left 3 lanes to turn left onto E Van Fleet Dr.
- Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto FL-60 E/E State Rd 60 E (Toll road).
- Take the ramp to Florida's Tpke.
- Keep right and merge onto Florida's Tpke (Toll road).
- Follow Florida's Tpke and I-95 S to FL-842 E/W Broward Blvd in Fort Lauderdale. Take exit 27 from I-95 S.
- Merge onto Florida's Tpke (Toll road).
- Take exit 116 toward FL-706/Jupiter (Toll road).
- Use the 2nd from the right lane to turn left onto FL-706 E/W Indiantown Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-95 S via the ramp to W Palm Beach.
- Take exit 27 for FL-842/Broward Blvd toward Downtown.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto FL-842 E/W Broward Blvd.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Check for road closures or traffic updates before starting your journey.
- 🛣️ Use toll roads for a faster route, but be prepared for toll expenses.
- ⛽ Plan for gas stops along the way to keep your vehicle fueled.
- 🍔 Pack snacks and drinks to avoid frequent stops for refreshments.
- 🚰 Stay hydrated during the trip, especially on hot days.
- 😊 Take breaks during the journey to stretch and relax.
- 📱 Use a navigation app to ensure you stay on the right track throughout the drive.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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 03h 43m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Census-designated place in Indian River County, Florida
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 Plant City and Fort Lauderdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plant City and Fort Lauderdale.
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Start on North Warnell Street
104 m · 22 sec · North Warnell Street
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Turn left onto Reynolds Street
107 m · 9 sec · Reynolds Street
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Continue on East Baker Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · East Baker Street
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Continue on New Tampa Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · New Tampa Highway
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Turn right onto Clark Road
725 ft · 23 sec · Clark Road
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Turn right onto Old Tampa Highway
778 ft · 21 sec · Old Tampa Highway
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Take the ramp left toward FL 570 East Toll: Polk Parkway East
2496 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Polk Parkway
8.7 mi · 10 min · Polk Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
2311 ft · 57 sec
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Turn right onto Bartow Road
6.9 mi · 10 min · Bartow Road
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Continue on Broadway Avenue
3183 ft · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
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Turn left onto Van Fleet Drive
2787 ft · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
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Continue straight
1427 ft · 27 sec
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Continue straight
10.8 mi · 14 min
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Continue straight
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
46.4 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit left
784 ft · 19 sec
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Continue straight
90 m · 7 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
926 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
125.3 mi · 2 hr 16 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
77 m · 15 sec
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Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
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Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
696 ft · 25 sec · Northwest 16th Avenue
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Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
3159 ft · 1 min · North Andrews Avenue
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Turn left onto West Atlantic Boulevard
151 m · 17 sec · West Atlantic Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Miami
2315 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
7.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
2709 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto West Broward Boulevard
1.8 mi · 4 min · West Broward Boulevard
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Continue on East Broward Boulevard
988 ft · 35 sec · East Broward Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Broward Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plant City and Fort Lauderdale.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Florida's Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
125 mi · 02h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny leaving Plant City and Partly Sunny near Fort Lauderdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plant City to Fort Lauderdale?
The road trip is about 225.1 miles (362.2 km) and usually takes 03h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Vero Corridor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 111.7 miles from Plant City and 113.4 miles from Fort Lauderdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 178.5 miles (287.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 46.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:32 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.94 one way or $65.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Plant City and Partly Sunny near Fort Lauderdale.
Stop Ideas Near West Vero Corridor
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 West Vero Corridor.
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Kissimmee
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plant City and Fort Lauderdale. Straight-line distance: 178.54 mi (287.34 km).
#1 Plant City
A city in Hillsborough County, Florida.
| Population | 39,744 |
| Coordinates | 28.0188800, -82.1146900 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Lauderdale
The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
| Population | 184,245 |
| Coordinates | 26.1223100, -80.1433800 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Broward Boulevard (-80.143382, 26.122355)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 362 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $32.94 | $65.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $36.49 | $72.98 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $38.87 | $77.75 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $34.54 | $69.08 |
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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