Origin
Haines City, FL
Afternoon in Haines City on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haines City, FL to Baird, FL
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Haines City, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Baird, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion within Florida, the 47.9-mile journey from Haines City to Baird is a straightforward trek that takes approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting about $8 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, making it an affordable option for travelers. You will navigate a mix of local roads and highways as you move through this part of the state. Because the total travel time is relatively short, you have the flexibility to make this trip on a whim without extensive logistical planning.
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
24 miles from Haines City, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local surface streets and larger thoroughfares. You will spend roughly 45% of your time on highways, providing a balance between steady speeds and slower-paced segments. The drive begins with a 10.7-mile stretch on South Church Avenue, which represents the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. As you progress, you will navigate a combination of US 17 and FL 60 to reach your destination. This route offers a practical road personality that shifts from town-based navigation to more open highway travel, keeping the drive engaging without being overly technical.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Church Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 10.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Stuart Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (Stuart Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles (FL 540 / Cypress Gardens Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Stuart Avenue
Turn right onto Stuart Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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North 10th Street
Turn left onto North 10th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
13 mi into trip
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~22m in
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FL 540 / Cypress Gardens Boulevard
Turn right onto FL 540 / Cypress Gardens Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
13.2 mi into trip
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~23m in
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US 17
Turn left onto US 17
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
22.6 mi into trip
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~36m in
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US 98 / Van Fleet Drive
Turn right onto US 98 / Van Fleet Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Church Avenue | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| US 17 | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| FL 60 | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Lucerne Park Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| Old Highway 37 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| 1st Street North | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Van Fleet Drive | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| North 10th Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
South Church Avenue
— 10.7 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haines City, FL and Baird, FL.
1
Start on East Johnson Avenue
329 ft
·
14 sec
·
East Johnson Avenue
2
Continue on North 13th Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
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North 13th Street
3
Turn right onto Stuart Avenue
260 ft
·
7 sec
·
Stuart Avenue
4
Continue on Lily Avenue
500 ft
·
15 sec
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Lily Avenue
5
Turn left onto North 10th Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
North 10th Street
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right
85 ft
·
4 sec
7
Turn right onto FL 544
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Scenic Highway
8
Continue on FL 544
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Lucerne Park Road
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on FL 544
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Street North
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on FL 549
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Lake Silver Drive
Use the left / none lanes.
11
Continue on FL 549
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
1st Street North
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto FL 540
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Cypress Gardens Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto US 17
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 17
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Continue on US 17
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
US 17
Use the none lane.
15
Turn right onto US 98
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Van Fleet Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on FL 60
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto FL 37
11 mi
·
14 min
·
South Church Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto CR 630
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
CR 630
19
Turn right onto Old Highway 37
4.1 mi
·
5 min
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Old Highway 37
20
Turn straight onto Streamsong Drive
195 ft
·
14 sec
·
Streamsong Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Streamsong Drive
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is just over an hour, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip fatigue. Aim to leave during off-peak hours if you want to ensure the smoothest flow through the mixed road environments of US 17 and FL 60. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily pull over whenever you need a break, providing you with total control over your pace. Make sure your vehicle is prepared for a steady, 47.9-mile run, and keep that $8 fuel budget in mind before you head out. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert when transitioning between the local stretches of South Church Avenue and the state highways, as traffic patterns can shift quickly.
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 24 miles from Haines City, FL, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.7 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 47.9 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24 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 Baird, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Haines City, 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 Haines City, FL
This is one driving day of about 47.9 miles and 1h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Haines City, 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 South Church Avenue for about 10.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Haines City, FL · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 47.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Haines City, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baird, FL
The final approach into Baird, 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 Baird, 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
$8.00 one way
$16.00 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $8.67 | $17.33 |
| premium | $4.90 | $9.23 | $18.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.64 | $21.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Baird, FL
Afternoon in Baird on Sunday
Local time
3:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
1 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 12m 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 Haines City, FL to Baird, FL covers 47.9 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Church Avenue, US 17, FL 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from Haines City, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.00 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Stuart Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (North 10th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13 miles (FL 540 / Cypress Gardens Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Haines City, FL to Baird, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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