Origin
Parkland, FL
Late night in Parkland on Saturday
Local time
1:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Parkland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Parkland, FL
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Parkland to Fort Lauderdale is a quick, straightforward journey covering 21.8 miles. You can comfortably complete this trip in about 35 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route will primarily utilize Wiles Road, West Sample Road, and I-95 to navigate between these two Florida locations. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, this commute is highly economical for travelers moving within the region. Because the distance is so manageable, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits your plans. Whether you are heading toward the coast for business or leisure, this drive offers a practical connection between these two South Florida communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 21.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, balancing local surface streets with a significant interstate segment. You will spend about 42% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 9.1 miles on I-95. The transition from the local arterial roads like Wiles Road and West Sample Road onto the interstate creates a distinct shift in pace. Expect a functional, high-traffic environment rather than a scenic getaway, as the route is designed for efficiency. Behind the wheel, you will notice the transition from the suburban feel of Parkland to the more urban atmosphere of Fort Lauderdale as you merge onto the main highway corridor.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near Lyons Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (Lyons Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (SR 845 / North Powerline Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
Lyons Road
Turn right onto Lyons Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
SR 845 / North Powerline Road
Turn right onto SR 845 / North Powerline Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 South
5
10.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
19.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Parkland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
Downtown
19.3 mi in
|
~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Wiles Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| West Sample Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| West Broward Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Riverside Drive | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Powerline Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Copans Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Lyons Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 9.1 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkland, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Holmberg Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Holmberg Road
2
Turn slight right
222 ft
·
12 sec
3
Turn straight onto Riverside Drive
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Riverside Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Wiles Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Wiles Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Lyons Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lyons Road
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 834
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto SR 845
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Powerline Road
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto West Copans Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Copans Road
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto SR 842
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Broward Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on SR 842
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
SR 842
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.47 one way
$6.94 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.77 | $7.55 |
| premium | $4.72 | $4.05 | $8.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Late night in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday
Local time
1:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 10 to 14 mph
13% chance
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
7 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
35m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Parkland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 21.8 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Wiles Road, West Sample Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 miles from Parkland, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.47 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (Lyons Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (SR 845 / North Powerline Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Parkland, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Downtown along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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