How far is Tampa, FL from Citrus Ridge, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Citrus Ridge, FL is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56.4 miles (90.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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 20m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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 Citrus Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Citrus Ridge.
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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
54.2 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Haines City, Clermont
2505 ft · 1 min
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Turn right
6.5 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto Florence Villa Grove Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Florence Villa Grove Road
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Turn left onto Westside Boulevard
1 mi · 3 min · Westside Boulevard
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Turn right onto Funie Steed Road
2553 ft · 1 min · Funie Steed Road
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Turn left onto Banana Palm Drive
569 ft · 42 sec · Banana Palm Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Banana Palm Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Citrus Ridge.
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
54.2 mi · 00h 59m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Citrus Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Citrus Ridge?
The road trip is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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 33.1 miles from Tampa and 33.1 miles from Citrus Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56.4 miles (90.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 3:48 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 Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Citrus Ridge.
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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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Citrus Ridge. Straight-line distance: 56.43 mi (90.82 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 Citrus Ridge
Census designated place in Florida
| Population | 13,285 |
| Coordinates | 28.3338500, -81.6423200 |
| Altitude | 44 |
| Country | United States |
End: Citrus Ridge (-81.64232, 28.33385)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 106 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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