How far is Poinciana, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from Poinciana, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.8 miles (49.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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 00h 55m.
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 of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Poinciana and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Poinciana and Lakeland.
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Start on Divot Lane
27 m · 6 sec · Divot Lane
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Turn right onto Country Club Road
1516 ft · 43 sec · Country Club Road
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Turn left
134 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto Cypress Parkway
6.9 mi · 11 min · Cypress Parkway
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Continue on Johnson Avenue East
3.9 mi · 6 min · Johnson Avenue East
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Turn left onto 17th Street
2684 ft · 1 min · 17th Street
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Turn right onto Hinson Avenue
7 mi · 11 min · Hinson Avenue
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Continue on Shinn Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Shinn Boulevard
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Continue on Lake Shore Way
1 km · 1 min · Lake Shore Way
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Turn straight
10.9 mi · 16 min
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Continue straight
1.2 km · 1 min
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Turn left onto Fairway Avenue
717 ft · 25 sec · Fairway Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Main Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Lake Avenue
1586 ft · 1 min · South Lake Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Walnut Street
85 m · 12 sec · East Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Poinciana and Lakeland.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
10.9 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Poinciana and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Lakeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Poinciana to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Lake Alfred is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.2 miles from Poinciana and 17.2 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.8 miles (49.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.06 one way or $10.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Poinciana and Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Alfred
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 Lake Alfred.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Poinciana and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 30.75 mi (49.49 km).
#1 Poinciana
A census-designated place (CDP) in Osceola County, Florida.
| Population | 69,439 |
| Coordinates | 28.1402900, -81.4584100 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeland
The most populous city in Polk County, Florida.
| Population | 115,283 |
| Coordinates | 28.0394700, -81.9498000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeland (-81.9498, 28.03947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $5.06 | $10.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.61 | $11.21 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $5.97 | $11.95 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $5.31 | $10.61 |
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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