How far is Tampa, FL from Celebration, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Celebration, FL is about 66.4 miles (106.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.1 miles (100 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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 01h 15m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Celebration.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Celebration.
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Start on East Kennedy Boulevard
122 m · 17 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
1748 ft · 49 sec · North Ashley Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward I 275
1164 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 North
843 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4 East: Orlando
2472 ft · 42 sec
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Continue straight
60.9 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration
1380 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on Southern Connector Extension
2.8 mi · 4 min · Southern Connector Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward Celebration Avenue
1690 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Celebration Avenue
1046 ft · 25 sec · Celebration Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Celebration Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Celebration.
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
Continue straight
60.9 mi · 01h 07m
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 Tampa and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Celebration.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Celebration?
The road trip is about 66.4 miles (106.9 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Gibsonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Tampa and 33.2 miles from Celebration.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.1 miles (100 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 3:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.71 one way or $19.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms around Tampa and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Celebration.
Stop Ideas Near Gibsonia
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 Gibsonia.
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Winter Haven
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Celebration. Straight-line distance: 62.12 mi (99.98 km).
#1 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area.
| Population | 407,599 |
| Coordinates | 27.9475200, -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Celebration
Census-designated place in Osceola County, Florida, United States
| Population | 7,427 |
| Coordinates | 28.3252900, -81.5331300 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: Celebration (-81.53313, 28.32529)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $9.71 | $19.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.75 | $21.51 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $11.46 | $22.91 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
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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