Origin
Pinecrest, FL
Morning in Pinecrest on Friday
Local time
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pinecrest, FL to Coral Springs, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pinecrest, FL
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Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
Pinecrest to Coral Springs is 47.9 miles and takes about 59 minutes via I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Florida, moving you from one urban area to another. It's a short trip, ideal for a quick commute or a simple point-to-point journey without significant diversions. You'll primarily be on major expressways, so expect consistent travel speeds. This route is best suited for those prioritizing efficiency over scenic exploration.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 47.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the route utilizing major expressways like I 75 and the Sawgrass Expressway. You'll encounter stretches designed for speed and efficiency, including a continuous 13.6-mile segment on I 75. The presence of Express Lanes also suggests a focus on faster transit. Expect a consistent driving experience without significant changes in road type or complexity, making it a predictable journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 13.6 miles.
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 around 1.2 miles in near Southwest 104th Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 47.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Southwest 104th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (US 1 / South Dixie Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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Southwest 104th Street
Turn left onto Southwest 104th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 1 / South Dixie Highway
Turn right onto US 1 / South Dixie Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
19.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Gardens Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Ga...
8
33.4 mi into trip
|
~40m 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 lanes.
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs,...
7
45.8 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
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 Pinecrest, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
33.4 mi in
|
~40m
|
via SR 869 Toll
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 13.6 mi | 14m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Express Lanes | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| West Sample Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 112th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 77th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Dixie Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 13.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinecrest, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 112th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 112th Street
2
Turn right onto Southwest 77th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 77th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Southwest 104th Street
411 ft
·
18 sec
·
Southwest 104th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn right onto US 1
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Dixie Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 826
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Palmetto Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Gardens Drive
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 75
14 mi
·
14 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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 lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 11
Toward SR 834: Sample Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn sharp right
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
13
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft
·
4 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Pinecrest, FL · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Pinecrest, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coral Springs, FL
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.62 one way
$15.25 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.29 | $16.59 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.91 | $17.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
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.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Morning in Coral Springs on Friday
Local time
8:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
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
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
59m 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 Pinecrest, FL to Coral Springs, FL covers 47.9 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Sawgrass Expressway, Express Lanes. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from Pinecrest, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.62 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 47.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Southwest 104th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (US 1 / South Dixie Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Pinecrest, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Biscayne National Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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