How far is Yulee, FL from Lakeland, FL?
The driving distance from Yulee, FL to Lakeland, FL is about 217.3 miles (349.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 180.3 miles (290.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 29m 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 04h 14m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Volusia County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yulee and Lakeland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yulee and Lakeland.
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Start on the route
49 m · 14 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
2.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville
1945 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
10.3 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 295 East: Jacksonville Beaches, East Beltway
1.5 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 295: Jaxport Terminals, Jacksonville Beaches, East Beltway
1311 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto East Beltway
9.3 mi · 11 min · East Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on East Beltway
7.3 mi · 8 min · East Beltway
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Keep slight right to continue on East Beltway
5.6 mi · 6 min · East Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 795 South: Saint Augustine
5.1 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
69.9 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway
1439 ft · 35 sec
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Continue on I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando
156 m · 13 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 4, FL 400: Orlando, South Daytona
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 4 West: Orlando
3039 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
36.6 mi · 40 min
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Keep slight right
10.4 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
1699 ft · 44 sec
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Continue on I 4 West: Tampa
2550 ft · 1 min
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Continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1328 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
49.4 mi · 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 582: Lakeland
1802 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto North Socrum Loop Road
2707 ft · 53 sec · North Socrum Loop Road
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Turn right onto Lakeland Hills Boulevard
2.9 mi · 6 min · Lakeland Hills Boulevard
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Continue on North Massachusetts Avenue
1 mi · 3 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 Yulee and Lakeland.
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 95 South
Merge slight left
69.9 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Sunny leaving Yulee 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 Yulee to Lakeland?
The road trip is about 217.3 miles (349.7 km) and usually takes 04h 14m 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?
Holly Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 108.9 miles from Yulee and 108.4 miles from Lakeland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 180.3 miles (290.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 37 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 8:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.82 one way or $63.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Yulee and Mostly Sunny near Lakeland.
Stop Ideas Near Holly Hill
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 Holly Hill.
Daytona Beach, Florida
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yulee and Lakeland. Straight-line distance: 180.31 mi (290.18 km).
#1 Yulee
Census designated place
| Population | 11,491 |
| Coordinates | 30.6319000, -81.6064900 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| 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: 350 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 42m |
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 | $31.82 | $63.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $35.25 | $70.50 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $37.55 | $75.10 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $33.36 | $66.73 |
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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