Origin
Orlando, FL
Late night in Orlando on Friday
Local time
1:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orlando, FL to Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orlando, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking to escape Orlando for the coast, the 66.6-mile trek to Ormond-by-the-Sea is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. Since this is a compact trip within Florida, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route will take you through South Orange Avenue and West Anderson Street before transitioning onto I-4 East. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs for this distance. Given the short duration, this drive is perfect for a quick weekend getaway or a spontaneous beach day.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 66.6 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 (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a mindless highway cruise, as this route features zero percent highway share in terms of dedicated long-distance stretches. You will navigate through local roads and city streets, requiring your full attention as you transition between intersections. Because the path relies on local arteries, do not anticipate long, uninterrupted stretches of open road. The nature of this drive is more technical and urban than a typical interstate slog, keeping you engaged with constant maneuvering until you reach the coast.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 48.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and Granada Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.6 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 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 49.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 4 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 4 East
6
49.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
6
49.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
7
50.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
8
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, 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 268
Toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL, road signs point toward Jacksonville and Ocala.
Jacksonville
49.2 mi in
|
~56m
Ocala
56.7 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 48.6 mi | 54m |
| Granada Boulevard | 5.4 mi | 10m |
| I 95 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Ocean Shore Boulevard | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| West Anderson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Orange Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 48.6 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando, FL and Ormond-by-the-Sea, 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
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Anderson Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 4 East
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 4
49 mi
·
54 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 268
Toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto FL 40
5.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Granada Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto SR A1A
4.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Ocean Shore Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
SR A1A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Orlando, FL · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Orlando, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
The final approach into Ormond-by-the-Sea, 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
$10.60 one way
$21.20 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.53 | $23.06 |
| premium | $4.72 | $12.38 | $24.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
Late night in Ormond-by-the-Sea on Friday
Local time
1:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
15 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
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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL covers 66.6 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, Granada Boulevard, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 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 $10.60 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 66.6 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 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 49.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Orlando, FL and Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL, road signs point toward Jacksonville and Ocala.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Matanzas National Monument.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
More trips to Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
Explore more options from Orlando, FL or browse trips ending in Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse FL road trips.