Florida's Turnpike at Winter Garden: The SR 50 Interchange and Statewide Access
Exit 272, Exit 267A, and the toll-road triangle that puts Winter Garden a hop from the entire state
Florida's Turnpike serves Winter Garden primarily through Exit 272, officially signed "SR 50 – Winter Garden, Clermont," located where the Turnpike crosses SR 50 (West Colonial Drive) at the west edge of the Winter Garden trade area near Oakland. The Florida's Turnpike Enterprise posted SunPass toll for a two-axle vehicle at Exit 272 is $0.58 (TOLL-BY-PLATE $0.86), per the most recent published rate schedule; rates adjust annually for inflation. Winter Garden drivers also routinely enter the Turnpike at Exit 267A (SR 429 / Daniel Webster Western Beltway) and Exit 267B (SR 50 access road near Ocoee), all within about 5 miles of each other. The Turnpike has been fully cashless since November 2021 and runs roughly 309 miles from Miami Gardens to I-75 in Wildwood, giving Winter Garden direct statewide access in both directions.
If you're looking at homes in Winter Garden, "the Turnpike" comes up in every commuting conversation. Florida's Turnpike runs 309 miles from Miami Gardens to I-75 in Wildwood, and one of its key Central Florida exits has Winter Garden's name on it. Better still, three major routes converge within about 5 miles: Florida's Turnpike, SR 429 (the Western Beltway), and SR 50.
Meet Exit 272: The One With Winter Garden's Name on the Sign
Florida's Turnpike Enterprise officially names Exit 272 "SR 50 – Winter Garden, Clermont." It's a diamond interchange at SR 50 (West Colonial Drive) and the Turnpike's northernmost SR 50 interchange — north of here, the highway narrows from eight lanes to four. The ramps sit west of downtown Winter Garden near the Oakland town line and the Lake County border, about 5 miles down SR 50 from Plant Street. Winter Garden is the namesake city of the 34787 trade area, which is why the name is on the signs.
The Truth: Winter Garden Has Three Turnpike Exits, Not One
Exit 272 isn't your only option, and depending on where you live in 34787, it might not be your first choice. Winter Garden has access to three closely-spaced Turnpike exits within about 5 miles:
- Exit 272 — SR 50 (West Colonial Drive): Diamond interchange near Oakland at the west end of the SR 50 corridor.
- Exit 267B — SR 50 access road near Ocoee: Trumpet interchange tying back into SR 50 east of Ocoee.
- Exit 267A — SR 429 (Daniel Webster Western Beltway): The Veterans Memorial Interchange, where the Turnpike meets the Western Beltway with full directional flyover ramps.
Stoneybrook West and Daniels Road residents: Exit 267A via SR 429 is usually faster than driving out to Exit 272. Horizon West and southern 34787 lean on 267A or the SR 429 / I-4 connection at Four Corners. Plant Street and Tildenville-area? Exit 272 is your move.
What It Costs: The Honest Toll Breakdown
Per the most recent published Florida's Turnpike Enterprise schedule (effective July 1, 2023), the rate at Exit 272 for a two-axle vehicle is $0.58 with SunPass and $0.86 with TOLL-BY-PLATE. That's the ramp toll only; full trip cost depends on how far you drive. Florida law indexes Turnpike tolls to the Consumer Price Index, so rates adjust annually — the official SunPass Toll Calculator (linked below) shows the exact current cost.
The Turnpike has been fully cashless since November 2021. Pay via SunPass, a compatible interoperable transponder (E-PASS works statewide; Peach Pass and E-ZPass via SunPass PRO), or TOLL-BY-PLATE, which invoices the registered owner plus a monthly fee. SunPass always pays the lowest rate — for a daily commuter, the savings add up fast.
Northbound from Exit 272
Heading north, you're on the four-lane stretch where suburbia gives way to rural Florida. Key destinations:
- Exit 278 — Minneola (Hancock Road): About 6 miles north, gateway to Lake County's growing communities.
- Exit 285 / 289 — Leesburg (US 27): About 13–17 miles north, two interchanges flanking the Leesburg toll point.
- Exit 309 — I-75 in Wildwood: The Turnpike's northern terminus, about 37 miles north. Connects to Ocala, Gainesville, and points north — and ultimately The Villages, the Florida Panhandle via I-10, or Atlanta.
Southbound from Exit 272: The Workhorse Direction
Most Winter Garden Turnpike usage is southbound — this is where daily-life destinations live. The Turnpike expands to eight lanes (twelve between SR 408 and SR 429) heading toward Orlando. Key exits:
- Exit 267A — SR 429 (Western Beltway): About 5 miles south. Direct route to Horizon West and I-4 west toward Tampa.
- Exit 265 — SR 408 (East-West Expressway): About 7 miles south. Fastest route to downtown Orlando — roughly 10 miles east on SR 408.
- Exit 259 — I-4: About 13 miles south. Universal Orlando, International Drive, and the I-4 Express lanes.
- Exit 249 — Osceola Parkway: Walt Disney World and Kissimmee gateway.
- Exit 244 / 242 — Kissimmee–St. Cloud (US 192): Southern Disney-area exits.
Exit 272 to Miami: roughly 230 miles and 3.5 to 4 hours in normal traffic. South Florida is a same-day round trip from Winter Garden — which is why locals keep a SunPass and don't think twice.
Theme Parks and MCO
The fastest route to Orlando International Airport (MCO) from Winter Garden is Turnpike south to SR 528 (Beachline Expressway) east — roughly 30–40 minutes from Exit 272 in normal traffic. For Walt Disney World from central Winter Garden, SR 429 south to Western Way is usually fastest, though Turnpike south to Exit 249 (Osceola Parkway) is competitive at 25–35 minutes.
Living Near the Turnpike: The Real Deal
The Pros
- Genuine statewide access without driving through Orlando first
- The 8- and 12-lane sections south of Exit 272 mean traffic moves even at rush hour
- Three separate Turnpike exits within 5 miles gives routing flexibility most Orlando communities don't have
- SunPass tolls at Exit 272 are among the lowest on the Central Florida system
The Cons
- Toll costs add up if you commute daily — budget realistically
- TOLL-BY-PLATE invoices cost more than SunPass and add a monthly admin fee
- Construction is near-constant: as of 2026, the Turnpike is being widened north of Exit 272 through Lake County, with periodic overnight lane closures
- The Exit 272 ramp design has quirks — the southbound exit comes around a serpentine curve, so watch for overhead signage early
Daniels Road and Plant Street: Where You Live Determines Which Exit
The Daniels Road corridor — Bronson's Landing, Carriage Pointe, Daniels Crossing, Daniels Landing, Covington Chase — sits closest to the SR 429 ramps feeding Exit 267A. Stoneybrook West has clean SR 429 access via Stoneybrook West Parkway. For Plant Street neighborhoods like Heritage at Plant Street, Park Place, and Chapin Station, Exit 272 via SR 50 west is the everyday Turnpike route — a clean shot down West Colonial Drive.
What the Locals Know
Winter Garden's Turnpike position is one of the most underrated advantages of 34787 — most newcomers don't appreciate it until their first cross-state trip. The combination of Florida's Turnpike, SR 429, and SR 50 — the Winter Garden toll-road triangle — puts Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, or Atlanta within reach from your driveway.
Two pieces of insider advice. First, get a SunPass — TOLL-BY-PLATE on a daily commute will cost you hundreds more per year. Second, don't sleep on Exit 267A: locals east of downtown often default to the SR 429 entry because it puts you on the 12-lane Turnpike section immediately, which beats driving 5 miles west on SR 50 to reach Exit 272. Exit 272 has the name; Exit 267A often has the better commute.
For more on Winter Garden's road network, see our commuting guide and our SR 429 deep-dive.
For current toll rates, the SunPass Toll Calculator, and live traffic, visit the official Florida's Turnpike Enterprise website.
Thinking about life in 34787? Browse Winter Garden homes for sale or contact us for relocation advice matched to your daily driving patterns.
