That principle applies to the third role of government: national defense. Now, this means that it is the job of the government, not the private sector, to provide for and maintain the armed forces (including navy, air force, and army). The key word in this role, however, is defense.
Driving distance from Orlando, FL to Tampa, FL. The total driving distance from Orlando, FL to Tampa, FL is 85 miles or 137 kilometers. Your trip begins in Orlando, Florida. It ends in Tampa, Florida.
Reputation: 12417. We are moving to Lakeland, and my hubby works in downtown Tampa. From the neighborhood we have chosen (2 mi. south of downtown) it is 1.5 miles to the Polk Parkway which comes out at I-4 - it is 35 miles total, and about 45 minutes.