How far is The Hammocks, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from The Hammocks, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 225.2 miles (362.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 43m 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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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Glades County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between The Hammocks and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Hammocks and Lakeland.
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Start on Southwest 154th Circle Court
52 m · 12 sec · Southwest 154th Circle Court
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Turn left onto Southwest 103rd Street
51 m · 9 sec · Southwest 103rd Street
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Turn right onto Hammocks Boulevard
109 m · 14 sec · Hammocks Boulevard
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Turn right onto Southwest 104th Street
1754 ft · 39 sec · Southwest 104th Street
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Turn right onto Southwest 157th Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Southwest 157th Avenue
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Turn left onto Southwest 88th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · Southwest 88th Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Southwest 88th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Southwest 88th Street
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Turn right onto Southwest 177th Avenue
19.3 mi · 27 min · Southwest 177th Avenue
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Merge slight right onto Okeechobee Road
14.4 mi · 18 min · Okeechobee Road
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Continue straight
62.2 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Continue straight
51 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Continue straight
918 ft · 20 sec
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Continue straight
10.1 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
36.9 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit left
1135 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
14.7 mi · 19 min
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Turn left onto Van Fleet Drive
3253 ft · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
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Turn right onto Broadway Avenue
3184 ft · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
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Continue on Bartow Road
10.7 mi · 16 min · Bartow Road
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Turn left onto East Lime Street
1939 ft · 1 min · East Lime Street
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Turn left onto South Lake Avenue
82 m · 13 sec · South Lake Avenue
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Turn right onto East Walnut Street
85 m · 12 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 The Hammocks and Lakeland.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Okeechobee Road
Continue straight
62.2 mi · 01h 17m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving The Hammocks and Mostly Sunny near Lakeland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from The Hammocks to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 225.2 miles (362.4 km) and usually takes 04h 51m 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?
Moore Haven is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.8 miles from The Hammocks and 112.4 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 188.1 miles (302.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.1 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 7:16 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.98 one way or $65.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around The Hammocks and Mostly Sunny near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Moore Haven
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 Moore Haven.
Okeechobee
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between The Hammocks and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 188.08 mi (302.69 km).
#1 The Hammocks
Census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida
| Population | 51,003 |
| Coordinates | 25.6714900, -80.4445000 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| 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: 362 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 48m |
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 | $32.98 | $65.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $36.54 | $73.08 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $38.92 | $77.85 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $34.58 | $69.16 |
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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