Origin
Ormond Beach, FL
Afternoon in Ormond Beach on Sunday
Local time
4:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ormond Beach, FL to Orlando, FL
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
61.5 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ormond Beach, FL
Brent Singleton
Orlando, FL
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Ormond Beach to Orlando, you are looking at a straightforward 61.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 17 minutes. This route is an ideal day trip, as it is short enough to complete in a single sitting without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize West Granada Boulevard, I-95, and I-4 to navigate between these two Florida locations. With a fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an economical trip that fits well into a busy schedule. Expect a practical, efficient drive that connects the coast to the central part of the state with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
30.7 miles from Ormond Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily focused on highway travel, with 86% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You can expect a consistent, interstate-focused experience rather than a winding scenic byway. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be a 47.7-mile stretch on I-4, which serves as the backbone of this drive. Because the route relies so heavily on major thoroughfares, it maintains a steady, fast-paced rhythm once you clear the initial local surface streets. It is a functional, direct path designed for getting you to your destination quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 47.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Granada Boulevard.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 61.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Granada Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Granada Boulevard
Turn right onto West Granada Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
9.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway
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 260C-B-A
Toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlan...
8
11.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 4 West: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 260B
Toward I 4 West: Orlando
7
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 84B
Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
7
60.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Anderson Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 83
Toward Anderson Street
Towns Along This Route
Between Ormond Beach, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Holly Hill, Daytona Beach, International Airport, International Speedway and Daytona.
Holly Hill
4.4 mi in
|
~8m
Daytona Beach
4.4 mi in
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~8m
International Airport
9.8 mi in
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~15m
International Speedway
9.8 mi in
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~15m
Daytona
10.2 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 47.7 mi | 54m |
| I 95 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| West Granada Boulevard | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| West Anderson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boone Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 47.7 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ormond Beach, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on this road
29 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Granada Boulevard
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
West Granada Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward FL 40 East: Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Daytona Beach
4
Merge onto I 95
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 260C-B-A
Toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on this road
513 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
Exit 260 C B A
Toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 4, FL 400: Orlando, South Daytona
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 4 West: Orlando
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 4
37 mi
·
40 min
·
I 4
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
10 mi
·
13 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 84B
Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
14
Merge onto I 4
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 4
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 83
Toward Anderson Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto West Anderson Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Anderson Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Boone Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boone Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto West South Street
198 ft
·
4 sec
·
West South Street
19
Turn slight right
103 ft
·
3 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though I-4 is known for heavy traffic, so checking live updates before you leave is a smart move. You will not need to plan for any formal stops given the 1-hour and 17-minute duration, allowing you to head straight through. Keep your $10 fuel estimate in mind, but ensure your tank is topped off before hitting the major interstates to avoid higher prices near busy interchanges. Because the drive is mostly highway-based, focus on maintaining a steady pace and staying alert during the long 47.7-mile stint on I-4.
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 30.7 miles from Ormond Beach, FL, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.7 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 61.5 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.7 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orlando, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ormond Beach, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Ormond Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 61.5 miles and 1h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ormond Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 47.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.7 mi from Ormond Beach, FL · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 61.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.7 miles from Ormond Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Orlando, FL
The final approach into Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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
$10.27 one way
$20.55 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $11.13 | $22.26 |
| premium | $4.90 | $11.85 | $23.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.66 | $27.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.46 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.61 | $3.94 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Orlando, FL
Afternoon in Orlando on Sunday
Local time
4:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Eagle Lake, FL
31 mi in
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
1 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 17m 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 Ormond Beach, FL to Orlando, FL covers 61.5 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 4, I 95, West Granada Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.7 miles from Ormond Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.27 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 is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 61.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Granada Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Ormond Beach, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Holly Hill, Daytona Beach, International Airport, International Speedway and Daytona.
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