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Trip from Davenport, FL to Orlando, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

49m

Distance

35.9 mi

58 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 45m ★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m

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

city in Polk County, Florida

Davenport, FL

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city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

Orlando, FL

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Trip Overview

This straightforward drive from Davenport to Orlando, Florida, covers just 35.9 miles and typically takes around 49 minutes. It's perfectly suited as a single-day trip, making it an easy addition to any Florida itinerary. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, this route is very budget-friendly. The journey primarily utilizes major highways like I-4, US-27, and CR 547, offering a direct and efficient connection between these two Florida locations. You'll find this drive to be a highway-focused experience, ideal for reaching your destination with minimal fuss.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 35.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a drive that is 90% highway, meaning you'll be spending most of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.8 miles on I-4, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. This route is characterized by its highway-focused profile, designed for efficient travel. While it's not a winding scenic byway, it provides a direct and predictable driving experience as you transition from one Florida locale to another.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and US 27. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West Bay Street.

Driving Effort 9/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 35.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West Bay Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Bay Street

Turn right onto West Bay Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
14.1 mi into trip | ~19m in | I 4

Keep slight left at fork onto I 4

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
27.5 mi into trip | ~36m in | I 4

Keep slight right at fork onto I 4

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.8 mi into trip | ~43m in

Take the exit toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street

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 81 Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
6
34.3 mi into trip | ~45m in | South Division Avenue

Turn left onto South Division Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 4 25.8 mi 30m
US 27 4.8 mi 6m
CR 547 1.4 mi 2m
South Division Avenue 1.2 mi 3m
West Bay Street 0.9 mi 1m
West South Street 0.3 mi <1m
US 17 0.2 mi <1m
West Kaley Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 4 — 25.8 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 17; US 92

0.2 mi · 23 sec · US 17; US 92
2

Turn right onto West Bay Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Bay Street
Use the left lane.
3

Continue on CR 547

1.4 mi · 2 min · CR 547
4

Turn right onto US 27

4.8 mi · 6 min · US 27
Use the left lane.
5

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
6

Merge onto I 4

6.0 mi · 6 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 4

13 mi · 16 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 4

6.3 mi · 7 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 81 Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 14 sec
11

Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street

264 ft · 14 sec · West Kaley Street
12

Turn left onto South Division Avenue

1.2 mi · 3 min · South Division Avenue
Use the left lane.
13

Turn right onto West South Street

0.3 mi · 51 sec · West South Street
14

Turn slight right

103 ft · 3 sec
15

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18 mi from Davenport, FL · 24m into the drive

unincorporated community in Florida

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Doctor Phillips, FL

18 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

Doctor Phillips, FL to Orlando, FL

11.6 mi · 21m

Pacing Suggestions

Conway, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Celebration, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18 miles from Davenport, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Orlando, FL

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Orlando, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.71 one way

$11.43 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $6.22 $12.43
premium $4.72 $6.68 $13.35
diesel $5.61 $7.93 $15.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 10.8 0 $3.77 $1.72
Efficient EV 9 0 $3.14 $1.44
EV Truck/SUV 14.4 0 $5.03 $2.30

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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 as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Davenport, FL

Night in Davenport on Friday

Local time

11:47 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Orlando, FL

Night in Orlando on Friday

Local time

11:47 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Mostly Clear then Patchy Fog

SE 0 to 5 mph 0% chance 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

5 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

49m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Davenport, FL to Orlando, FL covers 35.9 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 4, US 27, CR 547. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 18 miles from Davenport, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.71 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 short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 35.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West Bay Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.5 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Davenport, FL to Orlando, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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