Origin
Orlando, FL
Evening in Orlando on Thursday
Local time
6:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orlando, FL to Buckingham, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 24m
Distance
149.4 mi
240 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 13m
★
6 AM
3h 25m
8 AM
3h 49m
10 AM
3h 33m
12 PM
3h 31m
3 PM
3h 34m
5 PM
3h 48m
8 PM
3h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orlando, FL
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Buckingham, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
The drive from Orlando, FL to Buckingham, FL covers 149.4 miles and takes about 3h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 17, Hog Bay Avenue, I 4 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 60.6 miles on US 17. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.78 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
74.7 miles from Orlando, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 24m. Total distance: 149.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 24m highway drive covering 149.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 17 and Hog Bay Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 60.6 miles on US 17.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 17 and Hog Bay Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Boone Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 24m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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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
146.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
|
Buckingham Road
Turn sharp right onto Buckingham Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. 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 Buckingham, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| US 17 | 60.6 mi | 1h 24m |
| Hog Bay Avenue | 36.3 mi | 46m |
| I 4 | 34 mi | 40m |
| CR 557 | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Buckingham Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Palm Beach Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| 6th Street Southwest | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| North Mills Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 17
— 60.6 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando, FL and Buckingham, 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
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
6th Street Southwest
14
Continue on US 17
39 mi
·
55 min
·
US 17
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 17
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 17
16
Continue on US 17
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US 17
17
Continue on US 17
15 mi
·
17 min
·
US 17
18
Turn left onto Dickhaut Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Dickhaut Street
19
Turn right onto North Mills Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Mills Avenue
20
Turn left onto FL 70
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Magnolia Street
21
Continue on FL 70
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Oak Street
22
Turn right onto FL 31
36 mi
·
46 min
·
Hog Bay Avenue
23
Turn left onto FL 80
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Palm Beach Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
24
Turn sharp right onto Buckingham Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Buckingham Road
Use the left lane.
25
Arrive at destination
Buckingham Road
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 74.7 miles from Orlando, FL, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.6 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 33 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 43m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buckingham, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Orlando, 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 Orlando, FL
This is one driving day of about 149.4 miles and 3h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Orlando, 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 17 for about 60.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.7 mi from Orlando, FL · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.7 miles from Orlando, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.6 miles.
Arriving in Buckingham, FL
The final approach into Buckingham, 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 Buckingham, 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
$23.78 one way
$47.56 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $25.87 | $51.74 |
| premium | $4.72 | $27.78 | $55.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.99 | $65.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.69 | $7.17 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.07 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.92 | $9.56 |
Gas CO2
52 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.
Destination
Buckingham, FL
Evening in Buckingham on Thursday
Local time
6:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Sunny
ENE 6 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
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
25 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 24m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Buckingham, FL covers 149.4 miles and takes about 3h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 17, Hog Bay Avenue, I 4. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.7 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 $23.78 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 is a straightforward 3h 24m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 Buckingham, FL, road signs point toward Cr 557: Lake Alfred and Winter Haven.
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