Origin
Polk City, FL
Night in Polk City on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Polk City, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 21m
Distance
227.6 mi
366 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 8m
★
6 AM
4h 21m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 31m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 47m
8 PM
4h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Polk City, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Polk City, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 227.6 miles and takes about 4h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Broadway Boulevard Southeast, C Fred Jones Boulevard, I 4 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
113.8 miles from Polk City, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 21m drive with frequent turns across 227.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadway Boulevard Southeast is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 21m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Polk City, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Boulevard Southeast | — | — |
| C Fred Jones Boulevard | — | — |
| I 4 East | — | — |
| FL 417 North | — | — |
| Southern Connector Extension | — | — |
| Osceola Parkway | — | — |
| East Osceola Parkway | — | — |
| Miami | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Broadway Boulevard Southeast
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polk City, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Commonwealth Avenue North
92 ft
·
4 sec
·
Commonwealth Avenue North
2
Turn right onto Broadway Boulevard Southeast
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Broadway Boulevard Southeast
3
Turn right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
4
Turn sharp left onto C Fred Jones Boulevard
118 ft
·
19 sec
·
C Fred Jones Boulevard
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
6
Take the ramp right toward I 4 East: Orlando
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 4 East: Orlando
7
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
18 min
8
Keep slight right to continue on FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration
9
Continue on Southern Connector Extension
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Southern Connector Extension
10
Take the exit slight right toward Osceola Parkway, Gaylord Convention Center
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Osceola Parkway, Gaylord Convention Center
11
Turn right onto Osceola Parkway
7.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Osceola Parkway
12
Continue on East Osceola Parkway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Osceola Parkway
13
Take the ramp right toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
14
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
180 mi
·
3 hr 14 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
15
Take the exit slight right toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
16
Keep slight left to continue on East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
253 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Northwest 16th Avenue
19
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Andrews Avenue
20
Turn left onto West Atlantic Boulevard
495 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
21
Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Miami
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 95 South: Miami
22
Merge slight left
7.2 mi
·
8 min
23
Take the exit slight right toward FL 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
FL 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
24
Turn left onto West Broward Boulevard
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Broward Boulevard
25
Continue on East Broward Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 113.8 miles from Polk City, FL, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
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 50 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.8 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Polk City, 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 Polk City, FL
This is one driving day of about 227.6 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Polk City, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.8 mi from Polk City, FL · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.8 miles from Polk City, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The final approach into Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.23 one way
$72.46 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $39.41 | $78.82 |
| premium | $4.72 | $42.32 | $84.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.25 | $100.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.3 | 0 | $23.90 | $10.92 |
| Efficient EV | 56.9 | 0 | $19.92 | $9.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91 | 1 | $31.86 | $14.57 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Night in Fort Lauderdale on Wednesday
Local time
9:01 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
12 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
4h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Polk City, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 227.6 miles and takes about 4h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broadway Boulevard Southeast, C Fred Jones Boulevard, I 4 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.8 miles from Polk City, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 21m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Polk City, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Polk City, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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