How far is Temple Terrace, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from Temple Terrace, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 32 miles (51.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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A city in Hillsborough County, Florida.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Temple Terrace and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Temple Terrace and Lakeland.
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Start on Ridgedale Road
999 ft · 38 sec · Ridgedale Road
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Turn right onto Bullard Parkway
1302 ft · 24 sec · Bullard Parkway
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Turn left onto North 56th Street
2.5 mi · 4 min · North 56th Street
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Turn left onto East Hillsborough Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Hillsborough Avenue
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Continue on Hillsborough Avenue
1.5 mi · 2 min · Hillsborough Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 4 East: Orlando
2438 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
20.5 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lakeland
2222 ft · 54 sec
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Turn straight onto Memorial Boulevard
3.4 mi · 6 min · Memorial Boulevard
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Continue on East Memorial Boulevard
1061 ft · 29 sec · East Memorial Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Massachusetts Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · North Massachusetts Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lake Morton Drive
1039 ft · 32 sec · Lake Morton Drive
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Turn left onto East Walnut Street
129 m · 19 sec · East Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Temple Terrace and Lakeland.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 4 East
Merge slight left
20.5 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Temple Terrace and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lakeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Temple Terrace to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 32 miles (51.5 km) and usually takes 00h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Plant City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16 miles from Temple Terrace and 16 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.69 one way or $9.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Temple Terrace and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Plant City
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Temple Terrace and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 26.8 mi (43.13 km).
#1 Temple Terrace
City in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States
| Population | 26,808 |
| Coordinates | 28.0353000, -82.3892600 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeland
The most populous city in Polk County, Florida.
| Population | 115,283 |
| Coordinates | 28.0394700, -81.9498000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeland (-81.9498, 28.03947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.69 | $9.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.19 | $10.39 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $4.92 | $9.83 |
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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