Key West to Princeton, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

109.5 miles 176.2 km · straight line
136.9 miles estimated 220.3 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Key West from Princeton, Florida?

The distance from Key West to Princeton, Florida is 109.5 miles (176.2 km) as the crow flies. Princeton, Florida is located NE of Key West. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.9 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Key West and Princeton, Florida. 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 Princeton, Florida

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Key West & Princeton, Florida

Quick Facts

Key West
24.56°N, 81.78°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Princeton, Florida
25.54°N, 80.41°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 227.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients