Trip from Orlando, FL to Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

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.

Best Time Drive vs Fly

Google Maps Waze Apple Maps

Download GPX

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 (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

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.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Orange Avenue	—	—
West Anderson Street	—	—
I 4 East	—	—
I 95	—	—
I 95 North	—	—
FL 40	—	—
Granada Boulevard	—	—
Ocean Shore Boulevard	—	—

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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, 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

0.2 mi · 38 sec · West Anderson Street

4

Take the ramp right toward I 4 East

0.2 mi · 17 sec · I 4 East

5

Merge slight left

49 mi · 54 min

6

Keep slight left to continue on I 95: Miami, Jacksonville

0.2 mi · 15 sec · I 95: Miami, Jacksonville

7

Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville

1.2 mi · 2 min · I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville

8

Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Jacksonville

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 95 North: Jacksonville

9

Merge slight left

5.1 mi · 5 min

10

Take the exit slight right toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala

0.4 mi · 50 sec · FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala

11

Turn right onto Granada Boulevard

5.4 mi · 11 min · Granada Boulevard

12

Turn left onto Ocean Shore Boulevard

4.3 mi · 8 min · Ocean Shore Boulevard

13

Arrive at your destination

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 33.3 mi from Orlando, FL · 42m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

DeBary, FL

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

Maitland, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

DeBary, FL

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	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	20	$6.99	$3.20
Efficient EV	16.7	$5.83	$2.66
EV Truck/SUV	26.6	$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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Orlando, FL

Morning in Orlando on Thursday

Local time

7:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL

Morning in Ormond-by-the-Sea on Thursday

Local time

7:02 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 South Orange Avenue, West Anderson Street, I 4 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

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.

The drive from Orlando, FL to Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL is easy. At 1h 25m 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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Orlando, FL to Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500