Origin
Orlando, FL
Evening in Orlando on Thursday
Local time
6:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orlando, FL to Limestone Creek, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
152.7 mi
246 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 12m
8 PM
2h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Limestone Creek, FL
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Trip Overview
This 152.7-mile drive from Orlando, FL, to Limestone Creek, FL, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. With 97% of the journey on highways, it's a straightforward trip focused on efficient travel between two points within Florida. The estimated fuel cost is around $24, making it an economical option. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike, I-4, and Indiantown Road. This route is best suited for those who prefer to cover distance quickly and efficiently, with minimal time spent on slower, local roads.
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
76.4 miles from Orlando, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 152.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 97% of the 152.7 miles occurring on major roadways like Florida's Turnpike and I-4. This means a consistent pace for most of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 142.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike, allowing you to settle in for a long period of driving. While the highway dominates, you will transition to Indiantown Road closer to your destination, offering a slight change in scenery and pace as you approach Limestone Creek.
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.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 142.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 4. You will hit about 14 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
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 152.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 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
8
6.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward Miami, Ocala
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 77
Toward Miami, Ocala
8
7.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
7
150.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward FL 706: Jupiter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 116
Toward FL 706: Jupiter
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 142.6 mi | 2h 32m |
| I 4 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Indiantown Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Limestone Creek Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Island Way | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West South Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boone Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Anderson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 142.6 mi, about 2h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando, FL and Limestone Creek, 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
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 77
Toward Miami, Ocala
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
143 mi
·
2 hr 32 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 116
Toward FL 706: Jupiter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto FL 706
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Indiantown Road
14
Turn left onto Island Way
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Island Way
15
Turn right onto Limestone Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Limestone Creek Road
16
Continue on Limestone Creek Road
490 ft
·
24 sec
·
Limestone Creek Road
17
Turn right onto 180th Lane North
321 ft
·
15 sec
·
180th Lane North
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 50-minute duration, this route is easily manageable as a day trip from Orlando. Consider leaving in the morning to allow for flexibility with any unscheduled stops or to enjoy your destination without feeling rushed. The longest stretch of highway is over 142 miles, so plan for a fuel and rest break before or during this segment. With a low fuel cost of approximately $24, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially around the Orlando and West Palm Beach areas, as they can impact your travel time.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.4 miles from Orlando, FL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.6 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 34 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.4 miles or 1h 25m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Limestone Creek, 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 152.7 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 142.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.4 mi from Orlando, FL · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.4 miles from Orlando, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 142.6 miles.
Arriving in Limestone Creek, FL
The final approach into Limestone Creek, 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 Limestone Creek, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.31 one way
$48.61 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $26.44 | $52.88 |
| premium | $4.72 | $28.39 | $56.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.71 | $67.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.98
Florida's Turnpike
(142.6 mi)
$9.98
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
$24
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.03 | $7.33 |
| Efficient EV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.36 | $6.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.1 | 0 | $21.38 | $9.77 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Limestone Creek, FL
Evening in Limestone Creek on Thursday
Local time
6:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
2h 50m 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 Limestone Creek, FL covers 152.7 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 4, Indiantown Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.4 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 $24.31 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.
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 152.7 miles you will encounter 14 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 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Orlando, FL to Limestone Creek, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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