Origin
Tampa, FL
Afternoon in Tampa on Saturday
Local time
2:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tampa, FL to Lake Panasoffkee, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
64.1 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tampa, FL
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Lake Panasoffkee, FL
Jose Valverde
Trip Overview
Tampa, FL to Lake Panasoffkee, FL is 64.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m via I-75, I-275, and County Road 527 North, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward trip stays within Florida, making it a simple transition between two points in the state. Expect a largely highway-focused experience for this short journey. Given its duration, it's an ideal choice for a quick drive or an add-on to another adventure. You'll likely find it's a no-fuss drive with minimal detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 45.1 mi | 48m |
| I 275 | 17 mi | 20m |
| County Road 527 North | 0.4 mi | 2m |
| CR 475 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Ashley Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| CR 470 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Kennedy Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 45.1 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Lake Panasoffkee, FL.
1
Start on FL 60
400 ft
·
17 sec
·
East Kennedy Boulevard
2
Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Ashley Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 275
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 275 North
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 275
17 mi
·
20 min
·
I 275
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 75
45 mi
·
48 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 321
Toward CR 475: Sumterville, Lake Panasoffkee
Use the slight right lane.
8
At end of road, turn left onto CR 475
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
CR 475
9
Turn right onto CR 470
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
CR 470
10
Turn left onto County Road 527 North
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 527 North
11
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32 miles from Tampa, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 62.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Ashley Drive
Turn right onto North Ashley Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 275 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 275 North
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 275
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
17.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward CR 475: Sumterville, Lake Panasoffkee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 321
Toward CR 475: Sumterville, Lake Panasoffkee
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.20 one way
$20.41 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.10 | $22.20 |
| premium | $4.72 | $11.92 | $23.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
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
Lake Panasoffkee, FL
Afternoon in Lake Panasoffkee on Saturday
Local time
2:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
7 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
1h 15m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway driving, with a 98% highway share. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates like I-75 and I-275, experiencing a fast-paced drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.1 miles on I-75, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. While the primary roads are interstates, the final leg includes County Road 527 North, offering a slight shift in scenery before you arrive. Overall, expect a consistent, high-speed travel experience.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 275. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Ashley Drive.
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 64.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 64.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lake Panasoffkee, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Ashley Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lake Panasoffkee, FL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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