Origin
Lake Worth, FL
Morning in Lake Worth on Friday
Local time
11:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Worth, FL to Tampa, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 13m
Distance
204.9 mi
330 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 1m
★
6 AM
4h 14m
8 AM
4h 40m
10 AM
4h 23m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 39m
8 PM
4h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Worth, FL
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Tampa, FL
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Trip Overview
This 204.9-mile drive from Lake Worth, FL, to Tampa, FL, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 13 minutes on the road, covering approximately 95% of the trip on main highways like Florida's Turnpike and I-95 before transitioning to FL 60. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, this route offers an economical way to travel between these two Florida cities. The drive is designed for efficiency, making it a practical choice for a quick trip across the state without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
102.4 miles from Lake Worth, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 13m. Total distance: 204.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a notable 91.1-mile segment on FL 60. The character of the drive is geared towards consistent speed and direct travel, rather than winding scenic byways. Expect a steady pace as you navigate through Florida, with the emphasis on covering distance efficiently on well-maintained highways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 91.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 60 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near 10th Avenue North.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 204.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (10th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
10th Avenue North
Turn right onto 10th Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
24.1 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 87B
Toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee
8
25.1 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
6
102.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
8
204.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 12m in
Take the exit toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
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 8
Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - Eas...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lake Worth, FL and Tampa, FL, road signs point toward Orlando and Florida's Turnpike North.
Orlando
25.1 mi in
|
~32m
Florida's Turnpike North
25.1 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 60 | 91.1 mi | 1h 59m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 76.7 mi | 1h 22m |
| I 95 | 22.2 mi | 25m |
| Lee Roy Selmon Expressway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| East Adamo Drive | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Boutwell Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 10th Avenue North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
FL 60
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Worth, FL and Tampa, FL.
1
Start on this road
38 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto FL 802
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Lake Worth Road
3
Turn right onto Arcano Drive
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Arcano Drive
4
Continue on Boutwell Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Boutwell Road
5
Turn right onto 10th Avenue North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
10th Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 87B
Toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto FL 706
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Indiantown Road
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on this road
482 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
15
Keep slight right at fork
245 ft
·
6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto FL 60
61 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
FL 60
Use the left lane.
17
Take the exit onto Flamingo Drive
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Flamingo Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
19
Turn left onto FL 60
26 mi
·
34 min
·
FL 60
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Continue on FL 60
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
Turn straight onto FL 60
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Adamo Drive
22
Continue on FL 60
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Adamo Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward FL 618 Toll West
24
Merge onto FL 618 Toll
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 8
Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East
Use the slight right lane.
26
Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
27
Arrive at destination
FL 60
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour, 13-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Lake Worth to maximize your daylight and arrive in Tampa with time to spare. Given the relatively short duration, you likely won't need extensive breaks, but it's wise to plan for at least one stop. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before the longest stretch of 91.1 miles on FL 60, where services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost is around $33, so budget accordingly for gas.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 102.4 miles from Lake Worth, FL, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 45 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.4 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lake Worth, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Lake Worth, FL
This is one driving day of about 204.9 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Lake Worth, 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 FL 60 for about 91.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.4 mi from Lake Worth, FL · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
102 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.4 miles from Lake Worth, 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 91.1 miles.
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
$32.61 one way
$65.23 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $35.48 | $70.96 |
| premium | $4.72 | $38.10 | $76.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.24 | $90.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.89
Florida's Turnpike
(76.7 mi)
$5.37
Selmon Expressway
(5.2 mi)
$0.52
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.51 | $9.84 |
| Efficient EV | 51.2 | 0 | $17.93 | $8.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82 | 1 | $28.69 | $13.11 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Morning in Tampa on Friday
Local time
11:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Eagle Lake, FL
102 mi in
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
11 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
4h 13m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lake Worth, FL to Tampa, FL covers 204.9 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are FL 60, Florida's Turnpike, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.4 miles from Lake Worth, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.61 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 204.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (10th Avenue North): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lake Worth, FL and Tampa, FL, road signs point toward Orlando and Florida's Turnpike North.
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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