Origin
Waldo, FL
Late night in Waldo on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waldo, FL to Orlando, FL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
124.5 mi
200 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
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6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waldo, FL
Lauri Poldre
Orlando, FL
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Trip Overview
This 124.5-mile drive from Waldo, FL to Orlando, FL takes approximately 2 hours and 26 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike and I-75, with a significant 65% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $20. Given its manageable length and straightforward highway focus, this route is best tackled in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. It's a direct path through the heart of Florida, connecting two points within the same state.
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
62.2 miles from Waldo, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 65% of your miles spent on major interstates like I-75 and Florida's Turnpike. The character of the road is largely consistent, offering a smooth and efficient journey. You'll encounter one uninterrupted stretch of 42.3 miles on Florida's Turnpike, which is the longest continuous segment. While primarily highway, the initial portion includes Sid Martin Highway, offering a brief change before merging onto the faster routes toward Orlando. It's a drive designed for covering distance effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 42.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Sid Martin Highway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 39.1 miles in near FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 124.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 39.1 miles (FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
39.1 mi into trip
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~49m in
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FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street
Turn right onto FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
71.7 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
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Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
8
114 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
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 265
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
8
122.9 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail
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 9
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Tra...
6
123.8 mi into trip
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~2h 24m in
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West Anderson Street
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Waldo, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Titusville.
Florida's Turnpike South
71.7 mi in
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~1h 25m
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via Florida's Turnpike
Titusville
114 mi in
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~2h 11m
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via FL 408 Toll
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 42.3 mi | 45m |
| Sid Martin Highway | 39.1 mi | 49m |
| I 75 | 29.3 mi | 31m |
| East-West Expressway | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 70th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 77th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Carter Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 42.3 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waldo, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on US 301
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Sid Martin Highway
2
Continue on US 301
39 mi
·
48 min
·
Sid Martin Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn right onto FL 326
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Northwest 70th Street
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on FL 326
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 77th Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Tampa
6
Merge onto I 75
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
42 mi
·
45 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Take the exit onto FL 408 Toll
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway
Exit 265
Toward FL 408 Toll East: Orlando, Titusville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on FL 408 Toll
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
East-West Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 9
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Orange Blossom Trail
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on Carter Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Carter Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
12
Enter roundabout onto Hicks Avenue
202 ft
·
5 sec
·
Hicks Avenue
13
Continue on Hicks Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Hicks Avenue
14
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Anderson Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto Boone Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boone Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto West South Street
198 ft
·
4 sec
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West South Street
17
Turn slight right
103 ft
·
3 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 26-minute drive, leaving early in the morning can help you avoid the heaviest traffic heading into Orlando. With only 124.5 miles, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, but planning around rush hour is key. There are no specific recommended stops listed, so consider fueling up before you leave Waldo, FL, as the estimated fuel cost is $20. Pay attention to signs for Florida's Turnpike, as it is a toll road and the longest continuous stretch of your journey, ensuring you're prepared for any toll plazas.
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 62.2 miles from Waldo, FL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.3 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.2 miles or 1h 15m 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 58m
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 Waldo, 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 Waldo, FL
This is one driving day of about 124.5 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Waldo, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 42.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.2 mi from Waldo, FL · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.2 miles from Waldo, 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
$19.82 one way
$39.63 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $21.56 | $43.11 |
| premium | $4.72 | $23.15 | $46.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.49 | $54.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.96
Florida's Turnpike
(42.3 mi)
$2.96
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.07 | $5.98 |
| Efficient EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.89 | $4.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.43 | $7.97 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Late night in Orlando on Wednesday
Local time
3:32 AM
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
3 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
2h 26m 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 Waldo, FL to Orlando, FL covers 124.5 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Sid Martin Highway, I 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.2 miles from Waldo, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.82 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 124.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 39.1 miles (FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 114 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Waldo, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Titusville.
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