Drive Time
41m
Distance
33.1 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
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The drive from Miami Lakes, FL to Coral Springs, FL covers 33.1 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Sawgrass Expressway, West Sample Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
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 .
This is a 41m highway drive covering 33.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 16 miles on I 75.
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.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Depart onto Miami Lakes Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Naples
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
Take the exit toward SR 834: Sample Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
On the drive from Miami Lakes, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Miami Lakes, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
Start on Miami Lakes Drive
Continue on Northwest 154th Street
Turn left
Merge onto SR 826
Take the exit
Continue on I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll
Take the exit
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
Turn sharp right
Keep slight left at fork
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
Open the route before leaving Miami Lakes, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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.
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
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 33.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Miami Lakes, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$5.53 one way
$11.06 round trip
| 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
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.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Miami Lakes on Saturday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Coral Springs on Saturday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
69°F
Country Club, FL
17 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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