Origin
Orlando, FL
Afternoon in Orlando on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orlando, FL to Buenaventura Lakes, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
28m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Orlando, FL to Buenaventura Lakes, FL covers 20.5 miles and takes about 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Orange Avenue, West Anderson Street, Boone Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.26 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
10.2 miles from Orlando, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 28m drive with frequent turns across 20.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Orange Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Orlando, FL to Buenaventura Lakes, FL is easy. At 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Orlando, FL to Buenaventura Lakes, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Orange Avenue | — | — |
| West Anderson Street | — | — |
| Boone Avenue | — | — |
| West South Street | — | — |
| I 4 West | — | — |
| Miami | — | — |
| Florida's Turnpike South | — | — |
| Florida's Turnpike | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Orange Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando, FL and Buenaventura Lakes, FL.
1
Start on the route
115 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto South Orange Avenue
459 ft
·
19 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
·
24 sec
·
Boone Avenue
5
Turn left onto West South Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West South Street
6
Take the ramp left toward I 4 West
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 4 West
7
Merge slight left
5.6 mi
·
7 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward Miami, Ocala
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Miami, Ocala
9
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
10
Keep slight left to continue on Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
11
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
12
Take the exit slight right toward Osceola Parkway
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Osceola Parkway
13
Continue on Osceola Parkway
361 ft
·
9 sec
·
Osceola Parkway
14
Keep slight left
174 ft
·
6 sec
15
Turn left onto East Osceola Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Osceola Parkway
16
Turn right onto Buenaventura Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Buenaventura Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Florida Parkway
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Florida Parkway
18
Turn right onto Dorothy Lane
253 ft
·
13 sec
·
Dorothy Lane
19
Turn right onto Gardenia Road
144 ft
·
6 sec
·
Gardenia Road
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 10.2 miles from Orlando, FL, or about 14m into the drive.
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 20.5 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.2 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buenaventura Lakes, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Orlando, FL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Orlando, FL
This is one driving day of about 20.5 miles and 28m.
At 20.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.2 mi from Orlando, FL · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.2 miles from Orlando, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Buenaventura Lakes, FL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Buenaventura Lakes, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.26 one way
$6.53 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.55 | $7.10 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.81 | $7.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.53 | $9.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Buenaventura Lakes, FL
Afternoon in Buenaventura Lakes on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 PM
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
28m 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 Buenaventura Lakes, FL covers 20.5 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Orange Avenue, West Anderson Street, Boone Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 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 $3.26 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.
The drive from Orlando, FL to Buenaventura Lakes, FL is easy. At 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Orlando, FL to Buenaventura Lakes, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Orlando, FL to Buenaventura Lakes, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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