Origin
DeLand, FL
Evening in DeLand on Sunday
Local time
5:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from DeLand, FL to Tampa, FL
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
127.6 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
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6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
DeLand, FL
Arian Fernandez
Tampa, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Traveling from DeLand to Tampa covers approximately 127.6 miles of Florida landscape, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 6 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate sprint, you should budget about $21 for fuel to complete the trip. It is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is manageable without needing an overnight stay. You will traverse local corridors like South Alabama Avenue, East Beresford Avenue, and South Woodland Boulevard to navigate between these two Central Florida hubs. Since this is an entirely local route, expect a more hands-on driving experience than you would find on a major highway.
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
63.8 miles from DeLand, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical and engaging experience behind the wheel, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate a series of local roads that prioritize turns over long, straight corridors, making for a very different feel than a standard interstate commute. The longest stretch of uninterrupted driving is negligible, as you will be frequently transitioning between South Alabama Avenue and other local thoroughfares. This path demands your full attention, providing a slower, more deliberate pace that winds through the heart of the region. Be prepared for a drive defined by its local character rather than the ease of open-road cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Alabama Avenue 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 DeLand, FL to Tampa, FL is easy. At 2h 6m 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 DeLand, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Alabama Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Beresford Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Woodland Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 4 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ivanhoe Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FL 618 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Downtown | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lee Roy Selmon Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Alabama Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeLand, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on East New York Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East New York Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Alabama Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Alabama Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Beresford Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
East Beresford Avenue
4
Turn left onto South Woodland Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
South Woodland Boulevard
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Woodland Boulevard
157 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Woodland Boulevard
6
Exit the rotary onto South Woodland Boulevard
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Woodland Boulevard
7
Take the exit straight
0.5 mi
·
1 min
8
Continue straight
2.7 mi
·
3 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 4 West
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 4 West
10
Merge slight left
19 mi
·
21 min
11
Keep slight right
10 mi
·
13 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Ivanhoe Boulevard
13
Continue on I 4 West: Tampa
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 4 West: Tampa
14
Continue on I 4 West: Tampa
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 4 West: Tampa
15
Merge slight left
81 mi
·
1 hr 31 min
16
Take the exit slight left toward FL 618 Toll: Port of Tampa, West Selmon Expressway Toll
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
FL 618 Toll: Port of Tampa, West Selmon Expressway Toll
17
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown, West Selmonm Expressway Toll
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Downtown, West Selmonm Expressway Toll
18
Keep slight left to continue on Downtown, West Selmon Expressway Toll
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Downtown, West Selmon Expressway Toll
19
Merge slight left onto Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
20
Take the exit slight right toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
21
Turn straight onto East Kennedy Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since your travel time is just over two hours, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Because there are no formal stops programmed into this 127.6-mile trek, consider mapping out your own breaks in advance to stay refreshed. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more tiring than a straight highway drive, so plan for at least one pause to stretch your legs. Given the $21 fuel estimate, filling up before you leave DeLand is a smart way to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted run to Tampa. Prioritize staying alert, as the lack of highway miles means you will be navigating intersections and local traffic patterns for the entire duration of the trip.
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 63.8 miles from DeLand, FL, or about 1h 3m 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 80 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.8 miles or 1h 3m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving DeLand, 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 DeLand, FL
This is one driving day of about 127.6 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from DeLand, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.8 mi from DeLand, FL · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.8 miles from DeLand, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tampa, FL
The final approach into Tampa, 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 Tampa, 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
$21.32 one way
$42.63 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.09 | $46.18 |
| premium | $4.90 | $24.60 | $49.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.35 | $56.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.40 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.86 | $8.17 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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
Tampa, FL
Evening in Tampa on Sunday
Local time
5:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
7 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
2h 6m 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 DeLand, FL to Tampa, FL covers 127.6 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Alabama Avenue, East Beresford Avenue, South Woodland Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.8 miles from DeLand, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.32 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 DeLand, FL to Tampa, FL is easy. At 2h 6m 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 DeLand, FL to Tampa, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from DeLand, FL to Tampa, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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