Key West to Orlando: Road Trip Guide & Distance

276.3 miles 444.7 km · straight line
345.4 miles estimated 555.9 km · driving distance
6h 57min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
5° N bearing direction

How far is Key West from Orlando?

The distance from Key West to Orlando is 276.3 miles (444.7 km) as the crow flies. Orlando is located N of Key West. By car, the driving distance is approximately 345.4 miles, taking about 6h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Key West and Orlando. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Key West to Orlando

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 57min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 20min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 36min $41–$121* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Key West
24.56°N, 81.78°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Orlando
28.54°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
34m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients