Origin
Tampa, FL
Evening in Tampa on Thursday
Local time
6:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tampa, FL to Ormond Beach, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
145.2 mi
234 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 44m
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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Ormond Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
This 145-mile drive from Tampa to Ormond Beach, Florida, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. With 94% of the journey on highways, it's a focused drive primarily utilizing I-4 and I-95, with Granada Boulevard marking the final stretch. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $23. Given the relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, it's easily manageable as a day trip without the need for an overnight stop. You'll be traveling within the state of Florida for the entire journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.6 miles from Tampa, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 145.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with a substantial 94% of the drive taking place on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 131 miles on I-4, meaning you'll have extended periods of consistent speed. The primary roads guiding you are I-4, I-95, and finally Granada Boulevard. This profile suggests a direct and efficient journey, prioritizing speed over varied scenery, with the road character remaining largely consistent throughout.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 131 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 around 0.1 miles in near North Ashley Drive.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 145.2 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: 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 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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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
7
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward I 4 East: Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 45B
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
7
134.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m 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
140.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 40m 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.
On the drive from Tampa, FL to Ormond Beach, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Jacksonville along the way.
Jacksonville
132.9 mi in
|
~2h 31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 131 mi | 2h 27m |
| I 95 | 5.1 mi | 5m |
| Granada Boulevard | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| I 275 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Ashley Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| New Britain Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Kennedy Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Ridgewood Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 131 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Ormond Beach, 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
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 275
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 45B
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 4
61 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 4
13 mi
·
16 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
57 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 268
Toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto FL 40
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Granada Boulevard
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto North Ridgewood Avenue
261 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Ridgewood Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto New Britain Avenue
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
New Britain Avenue
18
Turn right
192 ft
·
14 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 50-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to bypass potential traffic, especially as you navigate the I-4 and I-95 corridors. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 131 miles, you can easily complete this trip in one go, but it's wise to plan for a fuel stop before embarking, given the $23 fuel cost estimate. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the long 131-mile segment on I-4. Granada Boulevard will be your final approach into Ormond Beach.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.6 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131 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 32 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.6 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ormond Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tampa, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Tampa, FL
This is one driving day of about 145.2 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Tampa, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 131 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.6 mi from Tampa, FL · 1h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.6 miles from Tampa, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 4 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 131 miles.
Arriving in Ormond Beach, FL
The final approach into Ormond Beach, 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 Ormond Beach, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.11 one way
$46.22 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $25.14 | $50.28 |
| premium | $4.72 | $27.00 | $54.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.06 | $64.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.25 | $6.97 |
| Efficient EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.33 | $9.29 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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 Beach, FL
Evening in Ormond Beach on Thursday
Local time
6:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Lake Butler, FL
73 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
4 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
2h 50m 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 Tampa, FL to Ormond Beach, FL covers 145.2 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 4, I 95, 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 72.6 miles from Tampa, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.11 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 145.2 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: 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 1.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Tampa, FL to Ormond Beach, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Jacksonville along the way.
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