Origin
Deerfield Beach, FL
Morning in Deerfield Beach on Saturday
Local time
10:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deerfield Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
17.7 mi
29 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deerfield Beach, FL
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Deerfield Beach to Fort Lauderdale, you are in for a quick 17.8-mile journey that typically takes about 23 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to handle without any overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via East Hillsboro Boulevard, West Hillsboro Boulevard, and I-95 South to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel should be more than enough to cover the distance between these two Florida cities. Because both locations are situated within the same region, you can expect a familiar coastal Florida atmosphere throughout your travel. It is a straightforward trip that offers maximum flexibility for your daily schedule.
About the Cities
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full guide →Fort Lauderdale is a coastal city on the Atlantic Ocean in the US state of Florida. It is known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive canal system. Situated in Broward County in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area, the city's population is over 180,000 (2021). The city is most famous for its beaches and boats, and while the city of Fort Lauderdale is relatively small in area, the term 'Fort Lauderdale' is often used to refer to the larger metropolis that has grown up around it. It is the county seat for Broward county, and is part of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metropolitan area, which has over 6.1 million people (2019).
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 17.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a long-distance highway cruise on this trek. While the route connects to I-95, you will find that the highway share is 0%, meaning you will spend your time navigating local surface streets. The longest stretch of uninterrupted road you will encounter is 0 miles on East Hillsboro Boulevard, so be prepared for frequent turns and urban traffic patterns. The personality of this drive is defined by its constant movement through local intersections rather than high-speed interstate cruising. Behind the wheel, you should stay alert as the road demands your full attention to manage the transitions between local thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and West Broward Boulevard. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near SR 810 / East Hillsboro Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.7 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 810 / East Hillsboro Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
SR 810 / East Hillsboro Boulevard
Turn left onto SR 810 / East Hillsboro Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
4
15.8 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
SR 842 / West Broward Boulevard
Turn left onto SR 842 / West Broward Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Deerfield Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
15.2 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| West Broward Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Hillsboro Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Broward Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Hillsboro Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 2nd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 13.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deerfield Beach, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Southeast 2nd Avenue
14 ft
·
7 sec
·
Southeast 2nd Avenue
2
Turn left onto SR 810
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Hillsboro Boulevard
3
Continue on SR 810
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hillsboro Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto SR 842
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Broward Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on SR 842
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Arrive at destination
SR 842
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.82 one way
$5.63 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.06 | $6.13 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Morning in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday
Local time
10:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
E 7 to 10 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
25m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Deerfield Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 17.7 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, West Broward Boulevard, West Hillsboro Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Deerfield Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.7 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (SR 810 / East Hillsboro Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Deerfield Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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