Origin
Lakeland, FL
Afternoon in Lakeland on Friday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
66 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeland, FL
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Casselberry, FL
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This 66-mile drive from Lakeland to Casselberry takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, with 86% of the journey on highways, offering a straightforward travel experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $11, which is quite budget-friendly. Given the relatively short duration and straightforward route, this drive is easily manageable in a single day without needing to break it up. It's a practical option for getting between these two Florida locations efficiently.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 66 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 66-mile route, with 86% of it utilizing major roadways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be a solid 54.8 miles on I-4, so you'll have plenty of opportunity to settle into a steady pace. The route begins on Lakeland Hills Boulevard before merging onto I-4 and eventually transitioning to Orlando Avenue. While largely interstate, be prepared for potential variations in traffic as you approach more urban areas.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and Lakeland Hills Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.2 miles in near I 4.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66 miles you will encounter 13 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 32.2 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.7 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60 miles (US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto I 4
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414: Apopka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspur Road, Maitland, Maitland Art Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414 East: Maitland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lakeland, FL and Casselberry, FL, road signs point toward Maitland and Maitland Art Center.
Maitland
Maitland Art Center
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 54.8 mi | 1h 2m |
| Lakeland Hills Boulevard | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Orlando Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| US 17 Truck | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Massachusetts Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Seminola Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Lake Morton Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Button Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland, FL and Casselberry, FL.
Start on East Walnut Street
At end of road, turn right onto Lake Morton Drive
Turn right onto South Massachusetts Avenue
Continue on FL 33
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 4
Keep slight left at fork onto I 4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
Take the exit onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on Greenwood Road
Turn left onto US 17; US 92
Turn right onto Button Road
Turn right onto Seminola Boulevard
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33 mi from Lakeland, FL · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Lakeland, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Casselberry, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.51 one way
$21.01 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.43 | $22.86 |
| premium | $4.72 | $12.27 | $24.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.57 | $29.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Lakeland on Friday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Casselberry on Friday
Local time
1:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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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