How far is Tampa, FL from Cypress Lake, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Cypress Lake, FL is about 138.9 miles (223.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 17m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Cypress Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Cypress Lake.
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Start on East Kennedy Boulevard
36 m · 11 sec · East Kennedy Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Tampa Street
90 m · 13 sec · North Tampa Street
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Turn left onto East Jackson Street
2823 ft · 2 min · East Jackson Street
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Keep slight left to continue on East Jackson Street
21 m · 4 sec · East Jackson Street
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Turn left onto North Nebraska Avenue
123 m · 10 sec · North Nebraska Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward FL 618 Toll East: Brandon
853 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
7.8 mi · 9 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75 South: Naples
2585 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
55.8 mi · 1 hr
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Keep slight left
63.9 mi · 1 hr 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres
1217 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 884: Colonial Blvd
155 m · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto Colonial Boulevard
3.9 mi · 6 min · Colonial Boulevard
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Turn left onto Fowler Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Fowler Street
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Continue on Boy Scout Drive
2646 ft · 50 sec · Boy Scout Drive
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Turn straight onto Summerlin Road
2.6 mi · 5 min · Summerlin Road
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Turn right onto Cypress Lake Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · Cypress Lake Drive
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Turn left onto Winkler Road
2754 ft · 1 min · Winkler Road
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Turn right onto Myerlee Country Club Boulevard
649 ft · 34 sec · Myerlee Country Club Boulevard
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Continue on Myerlee Country Club Boulevard
104 m · 20 sec · Myerlee Country Club Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Myerlee Country Club Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Cypress Lake.
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 75 South
Keep slight left
63.9 mi · 01h 08m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Tampa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Cypress Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Cypress Lake?
The road trip is about 138.9 miles (223.5 km) and usually takes 02h 38m 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?
Nokomis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.5 miles from Tampa and 69.3 miles from Cypress Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 1:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.33 one way or $40.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Tampa and Showers And Thunderstorms near Cypress Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Nokomis
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Cypress Lake. Straight-line distance: 103.26 mi (166.18 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 Cypress Lake
Census designated place
| Population | 11,846 |
| Coordinates | 26.5381300, -81.8992500 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cypress Lake (-81.89925, 26.53813)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 223 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $20.33 | $40.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $22.52 | $45.04 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $23.99 | $47.98 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $21.32 | $42.63 |
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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