Origin
Florida Ridge, FL
Morning in Florida Ridge on Saturday
Local time
10:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Florida Ridge, FL to Lakeland, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
110.4 mi
178 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
★
6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florida Ridge, FL
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Lakeland, FL
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Trip Overview
Florida Ridge to Lakeland is 110.4 miles and takes about 2h 29m via FL 60, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, offering a straightforward drive between two points in the state. Expect a mixed drive that isn't overly taxing, making it a good option for a single-day excursion. With less than 3 hours of driving time and a modest fuel cost, this route is practical for those looking for a convenient journey between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 110.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (59%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive features a mix of road types, with 59% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 65 miles on FL 60, which should provide a consistent pace. The route is characterized as a mixed drive, meaning you'll transition between faster highway sections and potentially more localized roads as you approach Lakeland. This variety means the driving experience will likely change throughout the 110.4 miles, avoiding monotony.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
FL 60 is the longest continuous segment at about 65 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (FL 60 / 20th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest
Turn left onto CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
6.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
10.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
FL 60 / 20th Street
Turn left onto FL 60 / 20th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
98.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
|
US 98 / Broadway Avenue
Turn right onto US 98 / Broadway Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
109.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
|
East Lime Street
Turn left onto East Lime Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 60 | 65 mi | 1h 23m |
| 20th Street | 22.6 mi | 27m |
| Bartow Road | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| Oslo Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| 82nd Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| 9th Street Southwest | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Van Fleet Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Broadway Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
FL 60
— 65 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florida Ridge, FL and Lakeland, FL.
1
Start on 7th Road Southwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Road Southwest
2
Turn left onto CR 606
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
9th Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on CR 606
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Oslo Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right
0.9 mi
·
1 min
5
Turn straight onto CR 619
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
82nd Avenue
6
Turn left onto FL 60
23 mi
·
27 min
·
20th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on FL 60
65 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
FL 60
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on US 98
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Bartow Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto East Lime Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lime Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto South Lake Avenue
269 ft
·
13 sec
·
South Lake Avenue
13
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
279 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Walnut Street
14
Arrive at destination
East Walnut Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 29 minutes, this is easily a same-day trip. You could depart anytime in the morning or early afternoon and still have plenty of daylight for the 110.4-mile journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, filling up before you leave Florida Ridge is advisable to avoid needing to stop for gas. Since the longest stretch is 65 miles on FL 60, plan your break before or after this segment if needed.
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 55.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65 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 24 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.2 miles or 1h 14m 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 59m
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 Florida Ridge, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Florida Ridge, FL
This is one driving day of about 110.4 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Florida Ridge, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on FL 60 for about 65 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.2 mi from Florida Ridge, FL · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before FL 60 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lakeland, 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
$17.57 one way
$35.15 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $19.12 | $38.23 |
| premium | $4.72 | $20.53 | $41.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.37 | $48.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.59 | $5.30 |
| Efficient EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.66 | $4.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.46 | $7.07 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Lakeland, FL
Morning in Lakeland on Saturday
Local time
10:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 29m 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 Florida Ridge, FL to Lakeland, FL covers 110.4 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are FL 60, 20th Street, Bartow Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.2 miles from Florida Ridge, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.57 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 2h 29m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (FL 60 / 20th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Florida Ridge, FL to Lakeland, 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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