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Trip from Miami Lakes, FL to Coral Springs, FL

Drive Time

41m

Distance

33.1 mi

53 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

16 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 38m ★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m

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

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Downtown Miami Lakes, FL, FL

Miami Lakes, FL

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Downtown Coral Springs, FL, FL

Coral Springs, FL

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Trip Overview

Driving from Miami Lakes to Coral Springs is a straightforward 33.1-mile trip that typically takes about 41 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-75 and the Sawgrass Expressway before transitioning onto West Sample Road to reach your destination. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $6, this commute is both efficient and budget-friendly. Navigating between these two Florida locations is simple and lacks the need for complex planning, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for a hassle-free transition across the region.

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

16.5 miles from Miami Lakes, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 87% of your journey takes place on high-speed thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 16 miles on I-75. The drive maintains a consistent, fast-paced rhythm as you transition from major expressways into the local infrastructure of West Sample Road. While the route is largely functional and efficient, you should be prepared for the steady flow of traffic typical of these major Florida arteries. It is a no-nonsense path designed for speed and direct access rather than leisurely cruising.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 16 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

31 ft 9 ft

Total Climb

9 ft

Total Descent

22 ft

Highest Point

31 ft

~7.1 mi in

Elevation Range

22 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Miami Lakes Drive.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 33.1 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: near the start (Miami Lakes Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles (SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Miami Lakes Drive

Depart onto Miami Lakes Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
6
1.9 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the exit toward I 75 North: Naples

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75 North: Naples
8
18.5 mi into trip | ~22m in | SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes. Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs,...
7
31 mi into trip | ~36m in

Take the exit toward SR 834: Sample Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 11 Toward SR 834: Sample Road
5
33.1 mi into trip | ~41m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Miami Lakes, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

Fort Lauderdale

18.5 mi in | ~22m | via SR 869 Toll

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 16 mi 17m
Sawgrass Expressway 12.4 mi 14m
West Sample Road 1.5 mi 3m
Miami Lakes Drive 1.1 mi 2m
Palmetto Expressway 0.3 mi <1m
Northwest 154th Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 16 mi, about 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Miami Lakes, FL and Coral Springs, FL.

1

Start on Miami Lakes Drive

1.1 mi · 2 min · Miami Lakes Drive
Use the none lane.
2

Continue on Northwest 154th Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Northwest 154th Street
3

Turn left

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward SR 826 South
4

Merge onto SR 826

0.3 mi · 24 sec · Palmetto Expressway
5

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 75 North: Naples Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Continue on I 75

16 mi · 17 min · I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll

12 mi · 14 min · Sawgrass Expressway
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 57 sec
Exit 11 Toward SR 834: Sample Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Turn straight onto West Sample Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · West Sample Road
Use the left / none lanes.
10

Turn sharp right

0.1 mi · 41 sec
11

Keep slight left at fork

56 ft · 4 sec
12

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 41-minute excursion, you enjoy plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 33.1-mile stretch without needing to schedule any formal stops, as the drive is short enough to handle in one go. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of your travel occurs on major highways, it is wise to check local traffic reports before you leave to avoid peak congestion. Your biggest practical advantage here is the simplicity of the route, so keep your $6 fuel budget in mind and enjoy the convenience of a direct, uninterrupted commute to Coral Springs.

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 16.5 miles from Miami Lakes, FL, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16 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 33.1 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 16.5 miles or 19m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 33m

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 Lakes, 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 Lakes, FL

This is one driving day of about 33.1 miles and 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Miami Lakes, 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 I 75 for about 16 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 16.5 mi from Miami Lakes, FL · 19m into the drive

Downtown Country Club, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Country Club, FL

17 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

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Country Club, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Miami Lakes, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Biscayne National Park

Biscayne National Park

National Park

Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...

29 mi from route ~73 min detour Free near mile 2.3
Caution: Boater Awareness
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.53 one way

$11.06 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $5.99 $11.98
premium $4.90 $6.38 $12.76
diesel $5.64 $7.35 $14.71

Estimated Tolls: $0.99

Sawgrass Expressway (12.4 mi) $0.99

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

$6

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$32–$57

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 11.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Shops at Palm Lakes - Tesla Supercharger

Hialeah, FL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Miramar Square - Tesla Supercharger

Miramar, FL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Cobblestone Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Pembroke Pines, FL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Sedano's Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Hialeah, FL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Miami Gardens, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Hialeah Gardens, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Milbrook Properties Flamingo Marketplace (Pembroke Pines, FL)

Pembroke Pines, FL

Electrify America

8 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Pembroke Pines, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 7 Electrify America: 3 FPLEV: 2 CHARGESMART_EV: 1 Non-Networked: 1 eVgo Network: 1 7CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.9 0 $3.48 $1.59
Efficient EV 8.3 0 $2.90 $1.32
EV Truck/SUV 13.2 0 $4.63 $2.12

Gas CO2

12 kg

EV CO2

4 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Miami Lakes, FL

Night in Miami Lakes on Sunday

Local time

11:07 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Coral Springs, FL

Night in Coral Springs on Sunday

Local time

11:07 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

1 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

41m 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 Lakes, FL to Coral Springs, FL covers 33.1 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Sawgrass Expressway, West Sample 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 16.5 miles from Miami Lakes, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.53 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 9 significant decision points across 33.1 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: near the start (Miami Lakes Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles (SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Miami Lakes, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

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