Origin
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Evening in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday
Local time
7:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Burnt Store Marina, FL
Drive Time
3h 12m
Distance
166.6 mi
268 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 36m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 18m
3 PM
3h 22m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Kelly
Burnt Store Marina, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Crossing from the Atlantic coast to the Gulf side, this 166.6-mile trip links Fort Lauderdale to Burnt Store Marina in about 3 hours and 12 minutes. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that works perfectly as a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $28 for fuel to complete the journey. Because the route is efficient and direct, you won't need to plan for an overnight stay unless you prefer a leisurely pace. Whether you are heading to the marina for a weekend getaway or a quick visit, the path is designed for steady progress across the Florida peninsula.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 90% of this journey takes place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-75, which accounts for a 138.6-mile stretch of the trip. The drive begins on the Port Everglades Expressway before transitioning into the long, uninterrupted interstate grind that defines the middle portion of your travel. Once you peel off the interstate, the final leg brings you onto Burnt Store Road. This transition shifts the feel from a fast-paced highway commute to a more localized, direct approach to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 138.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 166.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
8
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale...
7
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 595 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 595 West
5
5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Merge onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
6.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
|
I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Burnt Store Marina, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 762: Tropical Gulf Acre along the way.
Cr 762: Tropical Gulf Acre
155.1 mi in
|
~2h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 138.6 mi | 2h 28m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Burnt Store Road | 6.7 mi | 8m |
| Notre Dame Boulevard | 2 mi | 4m |
| East Broward Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Tuckers Grade | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Cape Cole Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Vincent Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 138.6 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Burnt Store Marina, FL.
1
Start on SR 842
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Broward Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the none lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork
2.2 mi
·
3 min
Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 595 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 595
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 75
139 mi
·
2 hr 28 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 158
Toward CR 762: Tropical Gulf Acre
9
Turn left onto CR 762
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Tuckers Grade
10
Turn right onto US 41
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
Tamiami Trail
11
Turn left onto Notre Dame Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Notre Dame Boulevard
12
At end of road, turn left onto CR 765
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Burnt Store Road
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto Vincent Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Vincent Avenue
14
Turn left onto Cape Cole Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cape Cole Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Cobia Estates Drive
491 ft
·
21 sec
·
Cobia Estates Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Cobia Estates Drive
Trip Plan
Since the drive is manageable in one stint, you only need to plan for one major stop to break up the monotony of the 138.6-mile interstate stretch. To avoid the heaviest traffic, try to schedule your departure outside of peak morning or afternoon rush hours. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the long stretches of I-75, as keeping your tank topped off will help you avoid unnecessary detours. Given the route's simplicity, the main advantage is your flexibility; you can easily time your arrival at Burnt Store Marina to match your specific schedule.
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 83.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.6 miles.
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 83.3 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burnt Store Marina, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL
This is one driving day of about 166.6 miles and 3h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Lauderdale, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 138.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.3 mi from Fort Lauderdale, FL · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 83.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 138.6 miles.
Arriving in Burnt Store Marina, FL
The final approach into Burnt Store Marina, 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 Burnt Store Marina, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.83 one way
$55.66 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $30.15 | $60.29 |
| premium | $4.90 | $32.11 | $64.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $37.01 | $74.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50 | 0 | $17.49 | $8.00 |
| Efficient EV | 41.7 | 0 | $14.58 | $6.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.6 | 0 | $23.32 | $10.66 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Burnt Store Marina, FL
Evening in Burnt Store Marina on Sunday
Local time
7:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
2 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
3h 12m 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL to Burnt Store Marina, FL covers 166.6 miles and takes about 3h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, Burnt Store Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.3 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.83 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 166.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Burnt Store Marina, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 762: Tropical Gulf Acre along the way.
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