Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
36.7 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Opa-locka, FL
Abhishek Navlakha
Coral Springs, FL
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Opa-locka to Coral Springs is 36.7 miles and takes about 46 minutes via I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, highway-focused drive that keeps you within the state of Florida for the entire journey. Given its proximity, this trip is ideal for a quick transition between the two areas. You'll primarily be on well-maintained expressways, making for a straightforward commute. Plan for this to be a single-day trip with minimal time commitment.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 36.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This drive is predominantly highway, with 89% of the route utilizing major expressways like I 75 and the Sawgrass Expressway. You'll experience a longest stretch of 16 miles on I 75, offering a good opportunity to settle into a steady pace. The Gratigny Parkway also contributes to the highway-focused nature of this journey. Expect a consistent driving experience largely on modern, well-maintained roads designed for efficient travel. It's a route built for speed and directness rather than scenic detours.
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.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 36.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (SR 924 Toll / Gratigny Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 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.
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Merge onto SR 924 Toll / Gratigny Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. 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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Opa-locka, 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 |
| Gratigny Parkway | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| West Sample Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 1 mi | 1m |
| Ali Baba Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Opa-locka, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
Start on this road
Turn left
Turn right onto Ali Baba Avenue
Turn left onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Take the ramp
Merge onto SR 924 Toll
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
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.4 mi from Opa-locka, FL · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 18.4 miles from Opa-locka, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Coral Springs, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.84 one way
$11.68 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.35 | $12.71 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.82 | $13.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.10 | $16.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.99
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Opa-locka on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Coral Springs on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
68°F
Sunshine Ranches, FL
18 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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