Trip from Delray Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Drive Time

33m

Distance

28.4 mi

46 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min

4 AM

0h 31m ★

6 AM

0h 34m

8 AM

0h 39m

10 AM

0h 36m

12 PM

0h 35m

3 PM

0h 36m

5 PM

0h 39m

8 PM

0h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Traveling the 28.4 miles between Delray Beach and Fort Lauderdale is a quick, straightforward journey that typically takes about 33 minutes. You will primarily navigate via I-95 South and FL-842 to complete this trip within the Florida region. Because the duration is so brief, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, this route is an economical choice for those moving between these two coastal cities. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, the proximity of these locations makes for a hassle-free transition.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

14.2 miles from Delray Beach, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy, local-style drive rather than a long-haul interstate cruise. While the route utilizes I-95, you will find that there is effectively no significant highway stretch, as the trip is categorized by its local road connectivity. You should be prepared for frequent turns and urban navigation as you transition between the two cities. The road's personality is defined by its stop-and-go nature rather than high-speed highway segments. Navigating this path requires your full attention to changing road signs and local intersections rather than settling into a long, monotonous stint behind the wheel.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 95 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Delray Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is easy. At 33m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Delray Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 95 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
FL 842	Unavailable	Refreshing
West Broward Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
East Broward Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: I 95 — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Delray Beach, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.

1

Start on East Atlantic Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Atlantic Avenue

2

Take the ramp slight right toward I 95

397 ft · 10 sec · I 95

3

Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Miami

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 95 South: Miami

4

Merge slight left

3.9 mi · 4 min

5

Keep slight right

21 mi · 23 min

6

Take the exit slight right toward FL 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown

0.5 mi · 1 min · FL 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown

7

Turn left onto West Broward Boulevard

1.8 mi · 4 min · West Broward Boulevard

8

Continue on East Broward Boulevard

0.2 mi · 35 sec · East Broward Boulevard

9

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the short 33-minute travel time, you have immense flexibility regarding your departure schedule. Since there are no required stops on this 28.4-mile trip, you can easily complete the drive in one efficient push. Keep in mind that the route is turn-heavy, so double-check your navigation instructions before you leave to ensure you are comfortable with the specific local transitions. Budgeting $5 for fuel is more than sufficient for this distance, allowing you to focus your resources on your destination. Use the lack of necessary stops to your advantage by planning your arrival time precisely around your specific plans in Fort Lauderdale.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 14.2 miles from Delray Beach, FL, or about 16m 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 28.4 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 14.2 miles or 16m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Delray Beach, 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 Delray Beach, FL

This is one driving day of about 28.4 miles and 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delray Beach, FL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 14.2 mi from Delray Beach, FL · 16m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pompano Beach, FL

14 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

Hollywood, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 28.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pompano Beach, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from Delray Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The final approach into Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, 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

$4.74 one way

$9.49 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$5.14	$10.28
premium	$4.90	$5.47	$10.95
diesel	$5.64	$6.31	$12.62

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	8.5	$2.98	$1.36
Efficient EV	7.1	$2.49	$1.14
EV Truck/SUV	11.4	$3.98	$1.82

Gas CO2

10 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (70% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Delray Beach, FL

Evening in Delray Beach on Sunday

Local time

5:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Evening in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday

Local time

5:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°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

10 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

33m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Delray Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 28.4 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, I 95 South, FL 842. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 14.2 miles from Delray Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.74 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.

The drive from Delray Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is easy. At 33m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Delray Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Delray Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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