Origin
Harlem, FL
Evening in Harlem on Thursday
Local time
5:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harlem, FL to Auburndale, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
125.5 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harlem, FL
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Auburndale, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Harlem, FL to Auburndale, FL covers 125.5 miles and takes about 2h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 27, FL 60, Rifle Range Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 103.2 miles on US 27. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.7 miles from Harlem, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 125.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 46m highway drive covering 125.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 27 and FL 60. The longest continuous stretch is about 103.2 miles on US 27.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 103.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and FL 60. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Harlem Academy Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 125.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Harlem Academy Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 105 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Harlem Academy Avenue
Turn right onto Harlem Academy Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
13th Street
At end of road, turn right onto 13th Street
Navigation decision point
6
105 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
120 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
FL 655 / Recker Highway
Turn right onto FL 655 / Recker Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
124.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 43m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 103.2 mi | 2h 9m |
| FL 60 | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| Rifle Range Road | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Recker Highway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Lewis Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Lake Shipp Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Harlem Academy Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 103.2 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harlem, FL and Auburndale, FL.
1
Start on 10th Street
89 ft
·
5 sec
·
10th Street
2
Turn right onto Harlem Academy Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Harlem Academy Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto 13th Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
13th Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Lewis Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lewis Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
6
Merge onto US 27; FL 80
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 27; FL 80
7
Continue on US 27; FL 80
51 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
US 27; FL 80
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 27
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 27
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 27
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 27
37 mi
·
49 min
·
US 27
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto FL 60
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
FL 60
13
Turn right onto CR 655
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Rifle Range Road
14
Continue on Lake Shipp Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Shipp Drive
15
Turn right onto FL 655
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Recker Highway
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Main Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
North Bartow Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.7 miles from Harlem, FL, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.2 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 28 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.7 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburndale, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Harlem, 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 Harlem, FL
This is one driving day of about 125.5 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Harlem, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 103.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.7 mi from Harlem, FL · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.7 miles from Harlem, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 103.2 miles.
Arriving in Auburndale, FL
The final approach into Auburndale, 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 Auburndale, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.98 one way
$39.95 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $21.73 | $43.46 |
| premium | $4.72 | $23.34 | $46.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.71 | $55.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.18 | $6.02 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.57 | $8.03 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Auburndale, FL
Evening in Auburndale on Thursday
Local time
5:38 PM
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
17 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 46m 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 Harlem, FL to Auburndale, FL covers 125.5 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, FL 60, Rifle Range Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.7 miles from Harlem, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.98 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 125.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Harlem Academy Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (13th Street): Navigation decision point; at 105 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Harlem, FL to Auburndale, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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