Origin
Alturas, FL
Late night in Alturas on Wednesday
Local time
5:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alturas, FL to Kathleen, FL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
51m
Distance
30 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
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6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alturas, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Kathleen, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
The drive from Alturas, FL to Kathleen, FL covers 30 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bartow Road, Kathleen Road, FL 60 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.3 miles on Bartow Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.78 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
15 miles from Alturas, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 30 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bartow Road is the longest continuous segment at about 12.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near CR 655A / 80 Foot Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (CR 655A / 80 Foot Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (FL 60): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles (US 98; FL 60 / Van Fleet Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.2 mi into trip
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~7m in
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CR 655A / 80 Foot Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 655A / 80 Foot Road
Navigation decision point
5
5.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
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FL 60
At end of road, turn left onto FL 60
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
9.9 mi into trip
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~18m in
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US 98; FL 60 / Van Fleet Drive
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60 / Van Fleet Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10.5 mi into trip
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~19m in
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US 98 / Broadway Avenue
Turn right onto US 98 / Broadway Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
23.5 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
FL 539 / Kathleen Road
Turn right onto FL 539 / Kathleen Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bartow Road | 12.3 mi | 18m |
| Kathleen Road | 6.5 mi | 11m |
| FL 60 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Cox Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| 80 Foot Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Central Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Van Fleet Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Broadway Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Bartow Road
— 12.3 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alturas, FL and Kathleen, FL.
1
Start on Central Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 655A
2.4 mi
·
5 min
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Cox Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto CR 655A
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
80 Foot Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto FL 60
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 98
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Bartow Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto FL 539
6.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Kathleen Road
Use the left lane.
9
Arrive at destination
CR 35A
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 15 miles from Alturas, FL, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.3 miles.
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 30 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kathleen, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alturas, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alturas, FL
This is one driving day of about 30 miles and 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alturas, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Bartow Road for about 12.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Alturas, FL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Alturas, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kathleen, FL
The final approach into Kathleen, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Kathleen, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.78 one way
$9.55 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $5.19 | $10.39 |
| premium | $4.72 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.62 | $13.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.20 | $1.92 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (60% 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
Kathleen, FL
Late night in Kathleen on Wednesday
Local time
5:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
51m 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 Alturas, FL to Kathleen, FL covers 30 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Bartow Road, Kathleen Road, FL 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Alturas, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.78 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.
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (CR 655A / 80 Foot Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (FL 60): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles (US 98; FL 60 / Van Fleet Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alturas, FL to Kathleen, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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