Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Cocoa Beach on Florida's Atlantic coast is approximately 157 miles (253 km) from Lake Alfred in central Florida (Polk County).
The most direct driving route follows Interstate 4 East from Lake Alfred to I-95 North near Daytona Beach, then east on FL-528 (Beachline Expressway) to Cocoa Beach. Typical driving time is 2 hours 30 minutes under normal traffic.
Alternative routes via the Florida Turnpike or US-192 may vary slightly in distance and time. Cocoa Beach offers surfing, the Kennedy Space Center, and a classic beach town vibe—making it a popular day trip or weekend destination from inland central Florida.