Origin
Orlando, FL
Late night in Orlando on Friday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orlando, FL to Alturas, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
58.5 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Alturas, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Orlando, FL to Alturas, FL covers 58.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 4, CR 557, Snively Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34 miles on I 4. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 58.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 25m highway drive covering 58.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 4 and CR 557. The longest continuous stretch is about 34 miles on I 4.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 4 is the longest continuous segment at about 34 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and CR 557. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Boone 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 58.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Boone Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Boone Avenue
Turn right onto Boone Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 4 West
Navigation decision point
Toward I 4 West
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 4
Merge onto I 4
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
34.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward CR 557: Lake Alfred, Winter Haven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 48
Toward CR 557: Lake Alfred, Winter Haven
5
54.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
FL 60
At end of road, turn left onto FL 60
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Orlando, FL and Alturas, FL, road signs point toward Cr 557: Lake Alfred and Winter Haven.
Cr 557: Lake Alfred
34.7 mi in
|
~42m
Winter Haven
34.7 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 34 mi | 40m |
| CR 557 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Snively Avenue | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| US 17 | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Alturas Road North | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| 6th Street Southwest | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| East Central Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Lake Shore Way | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 34 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando, FL and Alturas, FL.
1
Start on this road
113 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto FL 527
458 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Orange Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
479 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Anderson Street
4
Turn right onto Boone Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Boone Avenue
5
Turn left onto West South Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West South Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 4 West
7
Merge onto I 4
34 mi
·
40 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 48
Toward CR 557: Lake Alfred, Winter Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn slight left onto CR 557
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
CR 557
10
Turn right onto US 17; US 92
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shinn Boulevard
11
Continue on US 17; US 92
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Shore Way
12
Turn straight onto US 17
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
US 17
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on US 17
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
6th Street Southwest
14
Turn left onto CR 655
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Snively Avenue
15
At end of road, turn left onto FL 60
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
FL 60
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto CR 655A
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Alturas Road North
17
Continue on East Central Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Central Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Orlando, FL · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Orlando, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alturas, FL
The final approach into Alturas, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.31 one way
$18.62 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $10.13 | $20.26 |
| premium | $4.72 | $10.88 | $21.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.92 | $25.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.14 | $2.81 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.19 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Alturas, FL
Late night in Alturas on Friday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 25m 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 Orlando, FL to Alturas, FL covers 58.5 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 4, CR 557, Snively Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 miles from Orlando, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.31 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 58.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Boone Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 4): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Orlando, FL and Alturas, FL, road signs point toward Cr 557: Lake Alfred and Winter Haven.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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