Origin
Alafaya, FL
Evening in Alafaya on Wednesday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
66.3 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alafaya, FL
Arian Fernandez
Lakeland, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL covers 66.3 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Colonial Drive, Alafaya Trail, North Alafaya Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.55 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.1 miles from Alafaya, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 24m drive with frequent turns across 66.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Colonial Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Colonial Drive | — | — |
| Alafaya Trail | — | — |
| North Alafaya Trail | — | — |
| FL 408 | — | — |
| East-West Expressway | — | — |
| I 4 | — | — |
| I 4 West | — | — |
| CR 582 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Colonial Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alafaya, FL and Lakeland, FL.
1
Start on O'Berry Hoover Road
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
O'Berry Hoover Road
2
Turn right onto East Colonial Drive
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East Colonial Drive
3
Turn right onto Alafaya Trail
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Alafaya Trail
4
Continue on North Alafaya Trail
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Alafaya Trail
5
Take the ramp slight right toward FL 408 Toll West: Orlando, Ocoee
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
FL 408 Toll West: Orlando, Ocoee
6
Merge slight left onto East-West Expressway
10 mi
·
11 min
·
East-West Expressway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 4: Tampa, Daytona Beach
171 ft
·
4 sec
·
I 4: Tampa, Daytona Beach
8
Continue on I 4: Tampa, Daytona Beach
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 4: Tampa, Daytona Beach
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 4 West: Tampa
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 4 West: Tampa
10
Merge slight left
48 mi
·
54 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward CR 582: Lakeland
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
CR 582: Lakeland
12
Turn left onto North Socrum Loop Road
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Socrum Loop Road
13
Turn right onto Lakeland Hills Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Lakeland Hills Boulevard
14
Continue on North Massachusetts Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Massachusetts Avenue
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lake Morton Drive
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Lake Morton Drive
16
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
423 ft
·
19 sec
·
East Walnut Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.1 miles from Alafaya, FL, or about 42m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 15 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeland, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alafaya, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alafaya, FL
This is one driving day of about 66.3 miles and 1h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Alafaya, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from Alafaya, FL · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Alafaya, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lakeland, FL
The final approach into Lakeland, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.55 one way
$21.11 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
| premium | $4.72 | $12.33 | $24.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.28 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lakeland, FL
Evening in Lakeland on Wednesday
Local time
5:14 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 24m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL covers 66.3 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Colonial Drive, Alafaya Trail, North Alafaya Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 miles from Alafaya, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL is easy. At 1h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Alafaya, FL to Lakeland, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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