How far is Tampa, FL from Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL?
The driving distance from Tampa, FL to Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL is about 150.4 miles (242 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 128.4 miles (206.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.
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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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tampa and Ormond-by-the-Sea.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa and Ormond-by-the-Sea.
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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 left
13.4 mi · 16 min
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Keep slight right
56.7 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
1195 ft · 15 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Jacksonville
1.6 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
1862 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Granada Boulevard
5.4 mi · 11 min · Granada Boulevard
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Turn left onto Ocean Shore Boulevard
4.3 mi · 8 min · Ocean Shore Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ocean Shore Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tampa and Ormond-by-the-Sea.
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 longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Tampa and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ormond-by-the-Sea.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tampa to Ormond-by-the-Sea?
The road trip is about 150.4 miles (242 km) and usually takes 03h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Doctor Phillips is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.2 miles from Tampa and 75.1 miles from Ormond-by-the-Sea.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 128.4 miles (206.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 22 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.03 one way or $44.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Tampa and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Ormond-by-the-Sea.
Stop Ideas Near Doctor Phillips
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Windermere Town Hall
City of Orlando
Celebration Town Hall
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Doctor Phillips.
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Kissimmee
Winter Park
Sanford
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tampa and Ormond-by-the-Sea. Straight-line distance: 128.46 mi (206.73 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 Ormond-by-the-Sea
Census-designated place in Volusia County, Florida
| Population | 7,406 |
| Coordinates | 29.3491400, -81.0664500 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ormond-by-the-Sea (-81.06645, 29.34914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
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 | $22.03 | $44.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $24.40 | $48.81 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $26.00 | $52.00 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $23.10 | $46.20 |
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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