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Trip from Moore Haven, FL to Tampa, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 10m

Distance

145.2 mi

234 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

6 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 59m ★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 34m
10 AM
3h 19m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 20m
5 PM
3h 33m
8 PM
3h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Moore Haven, FL, FL

Moore Haven, FL

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Tampa, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Moore Haven, FL to Tampa, FL covers 145.2 miles and takes about 3h 10m 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, Lee Roy Selmon Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 89.7 miles on US 27. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.11 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

72.6 miles from Moore Haven, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 10m. Total distance: 145.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 10m highway drive covering 145.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 27 and FL 60. The longest continuous stretch is about 89.7 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 21 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 89.7 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near J Avenue.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 145.2 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: near the start (J Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 90 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.2 miles (FL 60): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | J Avenue

Turn right onto J Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
90 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
90.2 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | FL 60

Merge onto FL 60

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
5
104.1 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in | Flamingo Drive

Take the exit onto Flamingo Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
144.6 mi into trip | ~3h 9m 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...

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 27 89.7 mi 1h 53m
FL 60 44.2 mi 59m
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway 5.2 mi 6m
East Adamo Drive 2.1 mi 3m
Main Street 1.7 mi 3m
Flamingo Drive 0.5 mi <1m
East Kennedy Boulevard 0.4 mi 1m
Adamo Drive 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 27 — 89.7 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Moore Haven, FL and Tampa, FL.

1

Start on this road

76 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto 2nd Street

164 ft · 9 sec · 2nd Street
3

Turn right onto J Avenue

0.3 mi · 53 sec · J Avenue
4

Turn right onto 5th Street

289 ft · 12 sec · 5th Street
5

Turn left onto US 27

42 mi · 51 min · US 27
6

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 19 sec · US 27
Use the left lane.
7

Continue on US 27

10 mi · 12 min · US 27
Use the left lane.
8

Continue on US 27

37 mi · 49 min · US 27
Use the left / straight lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Use the left lane.
10

Merge onto FL 60

14 mi · 17 min · FL 60
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit onto Flamingo Drive

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Flamingo Drive
Use the left lane.
12

Continue on Main Street

1.7 mi · 3 min · Main Street
13

Turn left onto FL 60

26 mi · 34 min · FL 60
Use the left / straight lanes.
14

Continue on FL 60

4.5 mi · 7 min · FL 60
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15

Turn straight onto FL 60

0.4 mi · 35 sec · Adamo Drive
16

Continue on FL 60

2.1 mi · 3 min · East Adamo Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
17

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward FL 618 Toll West
18

Merge onto FL 618 Toll

5.2 mi · 6 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 8 Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Kennedy Boulevard
21

Arrive at destination

FL 60

Trip Plan

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 72.6 miles from Moore Haven, FL, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 89.7 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 32 miles or 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 72.6 miles or 1h 31m 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 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tampa, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Moore Haven, 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 Moore Haven, FL

This is one driving day of about 145.2 miles and 3h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Moore Haven, 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 89.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 72.6 mi from Moore Haven, FL · 1h 31m into the drive

city in Polk County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Eagle Lake, FL

73 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.

Popular next leg

Eagle Lake, FL to Tampa, FL

49.3 mi · 1h 2m

Pacing Suggestions

Lake Placid, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Frostproof, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.6 miles from Moore Haven, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 89.7 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 145.2

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 145.2

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1 mi

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1.4 mi

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18139155998

Visit website

22nd Street Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18133040373

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - Heights

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18138436588

Visit website

Coffee Uniting People - CUP

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18134001110

Visit website

Lake Wales Latte Lounge Coffee and Bookshop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.3

Lake Wales, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+18632968827

Visit website

Kubana Kafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour Inexpensiv mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18134343262

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 103.7

Bartow, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.6 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 62.2

Sebring, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

EV Connect Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 72.6

Avon Park, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Tesla Destination Charger

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 51.8

Sebring, Florida

+18633861000

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 103.7

Bartow, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Destination Charger

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 51.8

Sebring, Florida

+18636557200

Visit website

Magic Carpet Glide

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18136379797

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

The Florida Aquarium

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18132734000

Visit website

Iconic Tampa Bay

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18132183498

Visit website

Epps Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 145.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18132745161

Visit website

Sebring International Raceway

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 51.8

Sebring, Florida

+18636551442

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.11 one way

$46.22 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $25.14 $50.28
premium $4.72 $27.00 $54.00
diesel $5.61 $32.06 $64.12

Estimated Tolls: $0.52

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

$23

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Blink Charging Station

Bartow, Florida

Blink

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Avon Park, Florida

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination Charger

Sebring, Florida

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Sebring, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination Charger

Sebring, Florida

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Bartow, Florida

Tesla

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination: 2 Blink: 1 EV Connect: 1 Other: 1 Tesla: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.6 0 $15.25 $6.97
Efficient EV 36.3 0 $12.70 $5.81
EV Truck/SUV 58.1 0 $20.33 $9.29

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Moore Haven, FL

Morning in Moore Haven on Saturday

Local time

6:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tampa, FL

Morning in Tampa on Saturday

Local time

6:24 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Eagle Lake, FL

73 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

5 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

3h 10m 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 Moore Haven, FL to Tampa, FL covers 145.2 miles and takes about 3h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 27, FL 60, Lee Roy Selmon Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 72.6 miles from Moore Haven, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.11 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.2 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: near the start (J Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 90 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.2 miles (FL 60): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Moore Haven, FL to Tampa, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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