Origin
Miami, FL
Afternoon in Miami on Sunday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami, FL to Coral Springs, FL
Drive Time
57m
Distance
39.6 mi
64 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Miami to Coral Springs is a straightforward 39.6-mile journey that typically takes about 57 minutes. Because this is a short, highway-focused trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Florida's Turnpike, I-95, and North University Drive to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $7, this route is an efficient way to move between these two Florida locations. It functions perfectly as a quick commute or a day trip, offering a practical connection within the state.
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
19.8 miles from Miami, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a fast-paced experience, as 71% of this drive is spent on major highways. The road's personality is defined by its efficiency, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 18.2 miles along Florida's Turnpike. You will encounter a mix of heavy-duty interstate driving and transition into local roads like North University Drive as you approach Coral Springs. While you won't find winding scenic byways here, the route provides a consistent, high-speed flow that helps you transition quickly from the urban environment of Miami 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 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 18.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 39.6 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 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 North
7
10.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 12A
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
7
11.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike
7
29.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward SR 870: Commercial Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 62
Toward SR 870: Commercial Boulevard
8
30.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 870 West: Tamarac, Sunrise
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 870 West: Tamarac, Sunrise
Towns Along This Route
Between Miami, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike and Sunrise.
Florida's Turnpike
11.3 mi in
|
~15m
Sunrise
30.6 mi in
|
~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 18.2 mi | 21m |
| I 95 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| North University Drive | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| West Commercial Boulevard | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Coral Springs Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Ramblewood Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Sample Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Miami Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 18.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on North Miami Avenue
499 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 95
Use the slight right lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North
Use the slight right lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12A
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Use the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
18 mi
·
21 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 62
Toward SR 870: Commercial Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
Toward SR 870: Commercial Boulevard
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
310 ft
·
9 sec
Toward SR 870 West: Tamarac, Sunrise
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto SR 870
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Commercial Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto SR 817
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North University Drive
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Ramblewood Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Ramblewood Drive
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Coral Springs Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Coral Springs Drive
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto West Sample Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
18
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft
·
4 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with no required stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. However, given the reliance on major arteries like I-95 and the Turnpike, checking traffic patterns before you leave is a smart move to avoid congestion. You won't need to worry about long-distance planning or extensive fuel stops, as $7 should cover your needs comfortably. Keep a close eye on your GPS when shifting from the highway onto North University Drive to ensure you stay on the most direct path. This route is all about getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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 19.8 miles from Miami, FL, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.2 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 39.6 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.8 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coral Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miami, 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 Miami, FL
This is one driving day of about 39.6 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Miami, 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.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 18.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Miami, FL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Miami, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coral Springs, FL
The final approach into Coral Springs, 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 Coral Springs, 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
$6.62 one way
$13.23 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.17 | $14.33 |
| premium | $4.90 | $7.63 | $15.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.80 | $17.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.27
Florida's Turnpike
(18.2 mi)
$1.27
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Coral Springs, FL
Afternoon in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
57m 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 Miami, FL to Coral Springs, FL covers 39.6 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 95, North University Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Miami, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.62 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 is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 39.6 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 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Miami, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike and Sunrise.
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