Leesburg, Florida to Panama City Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.3 miles 409.3 km · straight line
317.9 miles estimated 511.6 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Leesburg, Florida from Panama City Beach?

The distance from Leesburg, Florida to Panama City Beach is 254.3 miles (409.3 km) as the crow flies. Panama City Beach is located WNW of Leesburg, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.9 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leesburg, Florida and Panama City Beach. 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 Leesburg, Florida to Panama City Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leesburg, Florida & Panama City Beach

Quick Facts

Leesburg, Florida
28.81°N, 81.88°W
America/New_York
29m elevation
Panama City Beach
30.18°N, 85.81°W
America/Chicago
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients