Origin
Oviedo, FL
Afternoon in Oviedo on Sunday
Local time
2:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oviedo, FL to Altamonte Springs, FL
Drive Time
21m
Distance
11.6 mi
19 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Photo: Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Oviedo to Altamonte Springs, you are looking at a quick 11.6-mile commute that typically takes about 21 minutes. This short jaunt is easily managed in a single day, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can budget approximately $2 for fuel, making it a very economical trip within the Florida region. Because the journey is so brief, it functions perfectly as a straightforward local transit rather than a destination-heavy excursion. Expect a practical experience that moves you efficiently between these two Central Florida communities without the need for extensive planning.
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
5.8 miles from Oviedo, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a long-distance cruise. With only 26% of the journey spent on highways, you will spend the majority of your time navigating surface streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 6.2 miles on Red Bug Lake Road, which serves as the primary backbone of the trip. The route relies heavily on West Mitchell Hammock Road and FL 436 to connect the start and end points, providing a functional mix of local traffic flow. It is a manageable drive that prioritizes direct access over high-speed interstate travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Red Bug Lake Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Station Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (Station Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (West Mitchell Hammock Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Station Street
Turn right onto Station Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
West Mitchell Hammock Road
Turn right onto West Mitchell Hammock Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
11.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
CR 427 / Maitland Avenue
Turn left onto CR 427 / Maitland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Orienta Avenue
Turn left onto Orienta Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Red Bug Lake Road | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| FL 436 | 3 mi | 5m |
| West Mitchell Hammock Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Central Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Maitland Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Station Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Broadway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Orienta Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Red Bug Lake Road
— 6.2 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oviedo, FL and Altamonte Springs, FL.
1
Start on CR 419
130 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto Station Street
360 ft
·
11 sec
·
Station Street
3
Turn left
138 ft
·
10 sec
4
Turn right
210 ft
·
16 sec
5
Turn left onto FL 434
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
6
Turn right onto West Mitchell Hammock Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Mitchell Hammock Road
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on Red Bug Lake Road
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Red Bug Lake Road
Use the none lane.
8
Turn right onto FL 436
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
FL 436
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto CR 427
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Maitland Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Orienta Avenue
118 ft
·
5 sec
·
Orienta Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Orienta Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 21-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should always account for typical local traffic fluctuations on FL 436. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the entire distance is easily covered in one go. Keep your focus on the frequent turns required throughout the route to stay on course. Because the fuel cost is a minimal $2, you can easily top off your tank before you leave Oviedo without worrying about your budget. Use this short travel time to your advantage by keeping your itinerary loose and simple.
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 5.8 miles from Oviedo, FL, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 11.6 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.8 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Altamonte Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oviedo, 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 Oviedo, FL
This is one driving day of about 11.6 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oviedo, 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 Red Bug Lake Road for about 6.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.8 mi from Oviedo, FL · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.8 miles from Oviedo, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Altamonte Springs, FL
The final approach into Altamonte Springs, 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 Altamonte Springs, 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
$1.94 one way
$3.88 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.10 | $4.20 |
| premium | $4.90 | $2.24 | $4.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.58 | $5.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Altamonte Springs, FL
Afternoon in Altamonte Springs on Sunday
Local time
2:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
21m 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 Oviedo, FL to Altamonte Springs, FL covers 11.6 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Red Bug Lake Road, FL 436, West Mitchell Hammock Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.8 miles from Oviedo, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.94 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 11.6 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (Station Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (West Mitchell Hammock Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Oviedo, FL to Altamonte Springs, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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