Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Late night in Coral Springs on Monday
Local time
3:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Fruit Cove, FL
Drive Time
5h 44m
Distance
303.1 mi
488 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 31m
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6 AM
5h 45m
8 AM
6h 11m
10 AM
5h 54m
12 PM
5h 51m
3 PM
5h 55m
5 PM
6h 10m
8 PM
5h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Fruit Cove, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Coral Springs, FL to Fruit Cove, FL covers 303.1 miles and takes about 5h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Sample Road, Coral Springs Drive, Wiles Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $50.63 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
151.6 miles from Coral Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 44m drive with frequent turns across 303.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Sample Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 44m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coral Springs, FL to Fruit Cove, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Sample Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Coral Springs Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wiles Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North University Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 869 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sawgrass Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Soutwest 10th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Sample Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Fruit Cove, FL.
1
Start on the route
0.1 mi
·
48 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Sample Road
3
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Coral Springs Drive
4
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wiles Road
5
Turn left onto North University Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North University Drive
6
Take the ramp slight right toward SR 869 Toll North: Orlando
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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SR 869 Toll North: Orlando
7
Merge slight left onto Sawgrass Expressway
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Sawgrass Expressway
8
Take the exit slight right toward Florida's Turnpike
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike
9
Keep slight left to continue on Soutwest 10th Street, Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
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Soutwest 10th Street, Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
10
Keep slight right to continue on Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
11
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
81 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
12
Take the exit slight right toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
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FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
13
Keep slight right to continue on FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
213 ft
·
5 sec
·
FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
14
Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 95
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 95
16
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Daytona Beach
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 North: Daytona Beach
17
Merge slight left
200 mi
·
3 hr 34 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward CR 210: Ponte Vedra Beach, Green Cove Springs
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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CR 210: Ponte Vedra Beach, Green Cove Springs
19
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
20
Turn right onto Russell Sampson Road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Russell Sampson Road
21
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Russell Sampson Road
161 ft
·
4 sec
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Russell Sampson Road
22
Exit the roundabout onto Russell Sampson Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Russell Sampson Road
23
Turn right onto Saint Johns Parkway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Saint Johns Parkway
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto Race Track Road
5.3 mi
·
9 min
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Race Track Road
25
Continue on Fruit Cove Road North
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Fruit Cove Road North
26
Turn right onto Oakvale Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Oakvale Road
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 151.6 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 2h 52m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.6 miles or 2h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fruit Cove, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coral Springs, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coral Springs, FL
This is one driving day of about 303.1 miles and 5h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Coral Springs, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151.6 mi from Coral Springs, FL · 2h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 151.6 miles from Coral Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fruit Cove, FL
The final approach into Fruit Cove, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Fruit Cove, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.63 one way
$101.26 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $54.84 | $109.69 |
| premium | $4.90 | $58.42 | $116.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $67.34 | $134.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.9 | 1 | $31.83 | $14.55 |
| Efficient EV | 75.8 | 0 | $26.52 | $12.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121.2 | 1 | $42.43 | $19.40 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Fruit Cove, FL
Late night in Fruit Cove on Monday
Local time
3:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 44m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Coral Springs, FL to Fruit Cove, FL covers 303.1 miles and takes about 5h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Sample Road, Coral Springs Drive, Wiles Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151.6 miles from Coral Springs, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.63 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 44m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Coral Springs, FL to Fruit Cove, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Coral Springs, FL to Fruit Cove, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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