Trip from Bushnell, FL to Orlando, FL

Drive Time

1h 14m

Distance

56.5 mi

91 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min

4 AM

1h 8m ★

6 AM

1h 14m

8 AM

1h 26m

10 AM

1h 18m

12 PM

1h 17m

3 PM

1h 19m

5 PM

1h 25m

8 PM

1h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bushnell, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

Orlando, FL

Connor Scott McManus

Trip Overview

If you are planning to travel from Bushnell to Orlando, expect a straightforward journey covering 55.9 miles. You should set aside approximately 1 hour and 1 minute of drive time for this trip. Since the distance is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. Budgeting around $9 for fuel will cover your transit costs between these two Florida locations. Because this route involves no scheduled stops, you can easily navigate the distance in one go. It is a practical, efficient connection that links these two areas of the state without requiring a complex itinerary.

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

28.3 miles from Bushnell, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 55.9-mile route is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring your full attention as you navigate through the region. You will spend your time transitioning between Central Parkway, McNeill Drive, and Florida's Turnpike South. Unlike a long-haul interstate cruise, this path features zero percent highway share, keeping you off the major high-speed arteries for the duration. Because your longest stretch is 0 miles on Central Parkway, you will find that the road is constantly changing rather than offering long, uninterrupted intervals. Expect a more active driving experience where you are frequently adjusting your steering rather than settling into a cruise-control rhythm.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 29.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and East-West Expressway. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in near CR 470.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.5 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles (CR 470): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (CR 470 / Central Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 46 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7.8 mi into trip | ~12m in | CR 470

Turn right onto CR 470

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

10.7 mi into trip | ~17m in | CR 470 / Central Parkway

Enter roundabout onto CR 470 / Central Parkway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

46 mi into trip | ~58m in | FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway

Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 265 Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville

55 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Take the exit toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 9 Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Tra...

55.9 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | West Anderson Street

Turn right onto West Anderson Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between Bushnell, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Titusville.

Florida's Turnpike South

15.7 mi in | ~25m

Titusville

46 mi in | ~58m | via FL 408 Toll

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	29.7 mi	31m
East-West Expressway	7.1 mi	8m
US 301	6.9 mi	9m
Central Parkway	4 mi	6m
CR 470	2.7 mi	4m
Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway	1.8 mi	2m
McNeill Drive	1.2 mi	2m
West Noble Avenue	0.9 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 29.7 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bushnell, FL and Orlando, FL.

Start on West Noble Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Noble Avenue

Continue on US 301

6.9 mi · 9 min · US 301

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto CR 470

2.5 mi · 4 min · CR 470

Use the right lane.

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

188 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway

Continue on CR 470

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Central Parkway

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

197 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway

Continue on CR 470

0.6 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

192 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway

Continue on CR 470

0.8 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

186 ft · 3 sec · Central Parkway

Continue on CR 470

1.0 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway

Enter roundabout onto Central Parkway

155 ft · 2 sec · Central Parkway

Continue on Central Parkway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway

Enter roundabout onto Central Parkway

194 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway

Continue on Central Parkway

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Central Parkway

Turn right onto McNeill Drive

526 ft · 11 sec · McNeill Drive

Continue on McNeill Drive

1.1 mi · 1 min · McNeill Drive

Continue on CR 470

0.1 mi · 11 sec · CR 470

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 57 sec

Toward Florida's Turnpike South

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

30 mi · 31 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll

1.8 mi · 2 min · Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway

Exit 265 Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on FL 408 Toll

7.1 mi · 8 min · East-West Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Exit 9 Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail Use the slight right lane.

Continue on Carter Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Carter Street

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto Hicks Avenue

202 ft · 5 sec · Hicks Avenue

Continue on Hicks Avenue

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Hicks Avenue

Turn right onto West Anderson Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Anderson Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto Boone Avenue

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Boone Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto West South Street

198 ft · 4 sec · West South Street

Turn slight right

103 ft · 3 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

When planning your departure, remember that the lack of scheduled stops gives you total flexibility to leave whenever suits your personal schedule best. Since the entire trip takes just over an hour, you have the advantage of being able to reach Orlando quickly without the need for mid-drive rest breaks or complex fuel planning. Keep your $9 fuel budget in mind as you prepare to head out from Bushnell. Given the turn-heavy nature of this specific route, prioritize staying alert and focused on the navigation transitions between Central Parkway and the local roads. By staying aware of your turns, you can ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival at your destination.

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 28.3 miles from Bushnell, FL, or about 39m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.7 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 56.5 miles or 1h 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 28.3 miles or 39m 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 1m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orlando, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bushnell, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Bushnell, FL

This is one driving day of about 56.5 miles and 1h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bushnell, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 29.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 28.3 mi from Bushnell, FL · 39m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lakeland, FL

28 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.

Popular next leg

Lakeland, FL to Orlando, FL

54.1 mi · 1h 9m

Pacing Suggestions

Lakeland, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lakeland, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Bushnell, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Orlando, FL

The final approach into Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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

$9.44 one way

$18.88 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$10.22	$20.45
premium	$4.90	$10.89	$21.78
diesel	$5.64	$12.55	$25.10

Estimated Tolls: $2.08

Florida's Turnpike (29.7 mi) $2.08

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	17	$5.93	$2.71
Efficient EV	14.1	$4.94	$2.26
EV Truck/SUV	22.6	$7.91	$3.62

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bushnell, FL

Evening in Bushnell on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Orlando, FL

Evening in Orlando on Sunday

Local time

5:16 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°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

4 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

1h 14m 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 Bushnell, FL to Orlando, FL covers 56.5 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, East-West Expressway, US 301. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from Bushnell, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.44 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.

Between Bushnell, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Titusville.

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Trip from Bushnell, FL to Orlando, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Orlando, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bushnell, FL

Orlando, FL

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 14m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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