Origin
Tampa, FL
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Current temp
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Trip from Tampa, FL to Apopka, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
94.9 mi
153 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
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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Apopka, FL
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Tampa to Apopka, Florida, covers a distance of 94.9 miles and is estimated to take about 1 hour and 49 minutes of driving time. This route is best suited for a single day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $16, making it an economical option for travel within the state. You'll primarily navigate on North Ashley Drive and I-275 North, experiencing a drive that involves frequent turns and local road navigation rather than extensive highway cruising. This trip offers a straightforward way to travel between two points within Florida.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.4 miles from Tampa, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 94.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter numerous intersections and changes in direction. With a 0% highway share, expect to be on city streets and local roads for the entire 94.9-mile journey. There isn't a 'longest stretch' to mention as the route is consistently broken up by turns and traffic signals. The road's personality will likely involve navigating through various neighborhoods and commercial areas, requiring constant attention to your route and local traffic patterns. This isn't a route for setting cruise control and zoning out; it demands active engagement with the driving environment.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 58.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 4 and Western Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.6 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; at 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
60.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward FL 429 North: Apopka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 60
Toward FL 429 North: Apopka
7
90.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward FL 414 Toll East: Maitland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 30
Toward FL 414 Toll East: Maitland
7
91.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 451 Toll North: Apopka
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 451 Toll North: Apopka
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 4 | 58.6 mi | 1h 4m |
| Western Beltway | 28.8 mi | 32m |
| FL 451 Toll | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Orange Blossom Trail | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 275 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Ashley Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 4
— 58.6 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tampa, FL and Apopka, 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
59 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 60
Toward FL 429 North: Apopka
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on FL 429 Toll
29 mi
·
32 min
·
Western Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 30
Toward FL 414 Toll East: Maitland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
Toward FL 451 Toll North: Apopka
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on FL 451 Toll
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
FL 451 Toll
13
Turn right onto US 441
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Orange Blossom Trail
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight
186 ft
·
6 sec
15
Continue on West 3rd Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
West 3rd Street
16
Turn left onto Central Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Central Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 49-minute trip, consider departing outside of peak morning or afternoon commute times in the Tampa area to minimize delays. Since it's a relatively short drive with no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $16, you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests keeping your navigation system active and being prepared for frequent adjustments. Pay close attention to speed limit changes as you transition from one local road to another. A good tip for this specific route is to have your GPS ready to go before you start, as the numerous turns can be easy to miss if you're not actively following along.
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 47.4 miles from Tampa, FL, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.6 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 21 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.4 miles or 53m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apopka, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tampa, FL
This is one driving day of about 94.9 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Tampa, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 4 for about 58.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.4 mi from Tampa, FL · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.4 miles from Tampa, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Apopka, FL
The final approach into Apopka, 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
$15.11 one way
$30.21 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $16.43 | $32.86 |
| premium | $4.72 | $17.65 | $35.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.95 | $41.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.96 | $4.56 |
| Efficient EV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38 | 0 | $13.29 | $6.07 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Apopka, FL
Morning in Apopka on Friday
Local time
8:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
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
1h 49m 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 Apopka, FL covers 94.9 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 4, Western Beltway, FL 451 Toll. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.4 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 $15.11 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 94.9 miles you will encounter 10 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: 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; at 60.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Tampa, FL to Apopka, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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