Orlando to West Palm Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.8 miles 241.1 km · straight line
187.3 miles estimated 301.4 km · driving distance
3h 46min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
147° SSE bearing direction

How far is Orlando from West Palm Beach?

The distance from Orlando to West Palm Beach is 149.8 miles (241.1 km) as the crow flies. West Palm Beach is located SSE of Orlando. By car, the driving distance is approximately 187.3 miles, taking about 3h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Orlando and West Palm 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 Orlando to West Palm Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 46min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 31min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 35min $22–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Orlando & West Palm Beach

Quick Facts

Orlando
28.54°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
34m elevation
West Palm Beach
26.72°N, 80.05°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients