How far is Sanford, FL from Gainesville, FL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sanford and Gainesville is 86.48 miles (139.18 km).
Flight distance from Sanford, FL to Gainesville, FL is 86.48 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 16 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Sanford to Gainesville with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sanford, Florida to Gainesville, Florida is: 138.76 miles (223.31 km) by car.
Driving from Sanford to Gainesville will take approximately 02 hours 09 minutes.
#1 Sanford
The most populous city in Seminole County, Florida. It is located in the central part of the state. Sanford is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Sanford History Museum and the Sanford Riverwalk.
| Population | 61508 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 28°48'2"N 81°16'23"W |
| Latitude | 28.8005500 |
| Longitude | -81.2731200 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida. It is located in Alachua County in north-central Florida. Gainesville is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Florida and the Matheson Museum.
| Population | 135004 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 29°39'6"N 82°19'29"W |
| Latitude | 29.6516300 |
| Longitude | -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Gainesville: South Main Street (-82.32501,29.65163)
Estimated Travel Time Between Sanford and Gainesville
The distance between Sanford and Gainesville is 223 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 28 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Sanford and Gainesville. The current time is 04:44:39.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 18 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 51 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.53 liters (4.9 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sanford and Gainesville.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sanford to Gainesville is $16.28 (diesel $21.3).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $16.28 | $18.32 | $19.91 | $21.3 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Florida ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.324 (Diesel $4.350) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 20, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sanford and Gainesville (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
