Origin
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Afternoon in Lauderdale Lakes on Thursday
Local time
12:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.5 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Lauderdale Lakes and Fort Lauderdale, this 7.5-mile trip is an efficient way to get across town. You can easily complete the entire journey in about 15 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day commute rather than an overnight excursion. Since the route relies entirely on local streets like West Oakland Park Boulevard, Northwest 9th Avenue, and West Broward Boulevard, you won't encounter any highway driving. Budgeting around $1 for fuel is more than enough for this short distance. This drive is purely functional, serving as a straightforward connection within the same Florida region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 7.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route stays entirely off the highway system. You will navigate through local traffic, which demands your full attention at intersections and turns. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.2-mile segment on West Oakland Park Boulevard. Because the path is composed of city streets, the pace is dictated by local traffic signals and road conditions. It is a practical, utilitarian experience that focuses on navigating urban corridors rather than scenic cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest 32nd Court 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is easy. At 15m 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 Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 32nd Court | — | — |
| Northwest 32nd Street | — | — |
| Northwest 43rd Avenue | — | — |
| West Oakland Park Boulevard | — | — |
| Powerline Road | — | — |
| Northwest 9th Avenue | — | — |
| West Broward Boulevard | — | — |
| East Broward Boulevard | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Northwest 32nd Court
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lauderdale Lakes, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Northwest 44th Terrace
36 ft
·
7 sec
·
Northwest 44th Terrace
2
Turn left onto Northwest 32nd Court
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Northwest 32nd Court
3
Turn left onto Northwest 32nd Street
262 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northwest 32nd Street
4
Turn right onto Northwest 43rd Avenue
312 ft
·
16 sec
·
Northwest 43rd Avenue
5
Turn left onto West Oakland Park Boulevard
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
West Oakland Park Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Powerline Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Powerline Road
7
Continue on Northwest 9th Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Northwest 9th Avenue
8
Turn left onto West Broward Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broward Boulevard
9
Continue on East Broward Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
10
Arrive at your destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.19 one way
$2.39 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.30 | $2.60 |
| premium | $4.72 | $1.39 | $2.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Afternoon in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday
Local time
12:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
15m 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 Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 7.5 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northwest 32nd Court, Northwest 32nd Street, Northwest 43rd Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.7 miles from Lauderdale Lakes, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.19 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 Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is easy. At 15m 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 Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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