Origin
Port LaBelle, FL
Morning in Port LaBelle on Thursday
Local time
7:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port LaBelle, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
108.9 mi
175 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 26m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port LaBelle, FL
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 108.9-mile drive from Port LaBelle, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL takes approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. With 95% of the route on highways, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $17, making it an economical option. You'll primarily be on FL 80, US 27, and the Port Everglades Expressway, offering a consistent pace. This route is ideal for those seeking a direct and efficient connection between these two Florida locations without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.4 miles from Port LaBelle, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 108.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 45.2 miles on FL 80. The route progresses through a mix of main roads including FL 80, US 27, and the Port Everglades Expressway, suggesting a transition from potentially more open stretches to more urban approaches as you near Fort Lauderdale. Expect a predominantly efficient and direct driving experience rather than a winding or particularly scenic one.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
FL 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 80 and US 27. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.1 miles in near FL 80.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 108.9 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: at 21.1 miles (FL 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.1 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
21.1 mi into trip
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~27m in
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FL 80
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 80 toward US 27 South, FL 80 East: Clewiston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 27 South, FL 80 East: Clewiston
7
86.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
9
92.1 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
|
I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll 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 right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
7
102.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward SR 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9C
Toward SR 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
7
104.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
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SR 84 / Marina Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 84 / Marina Boulevard toward SR 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
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 Port LaBelle, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Naples along the way.
Naples
86.4 mi in
|
~1h 48m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 80 | 45.2 mi | 58m |
| US 27 | 40.5 mi | 48m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| I 75 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| SR 84 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Marina Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 3rd Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 4th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
FL 80
— 45.2 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port LaBelle, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Beaumont Lane
129 ft
·
9 sec
·
Beaumont Lane
2
Turn left onto South Edgewater Circle
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Edgewater Circle
3
Turn left onto Northeast Eucalyptus Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Northeast Eucalyptus Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Collingswood Parkway
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Collingswood Parkway
5
Turn right onto FL 80
14 mi
·
18 min
·
FL 80
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 80
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
FL 80
7
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 80
25 mi
·
32 min
·
FL 80
Toward US 27 South, FL 80 East: Clewiston
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 27; FL 80
40 mi
·
48 min
·
US 27; FL 80
9
Continue on US 27
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 27
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Miami, Fort Lauderdale
12
Merge onto I 75
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 9C
Toward SR 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto SR 84
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
SR 84
Toward I 595 East, SR 84 East
16
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 84
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 84
Toward SR 84 East
17
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 84
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Marina Boulevard
Toward SR 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Southwest 4th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 4th Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto Southwest 17th Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Southwest 17th Street
20
Continue on Southeast 17th Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Southeast 17th Street
21
Turn left onto Southeast 3rd Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast 3rd Avenue
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn left onto SR 842
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
SR 842
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 21 minutes, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Port La Belle in the morning will allow you to arrive in Fort Lauderdale with ample time to spare. With no designated stops recommended, you can determine your own pace, but remember the longest stretch without significant changes is 45.2 miles, so plan a brief break if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $17 for the 108.9 miles, and it’s always wise to top off before heading out on this highway-centric route.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 54.4 miles from Port LaBelle, FL, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.2 miles.
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 24 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.4 miles or 1h 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 1h 53m
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 Port LaBelle, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Port LaBelle, FL
This is one driving day of about 108.9 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Port LaBelle, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on FL 80 for about 45.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.4 mi from Port LaBelle, FL · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.4 miles from Port LaBelle, 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
$17.33 one way
$34.67 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $18.86 | $37.71 |
| premium | $4.72 | $20.25 | $40.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.04 | $48.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.43 | $5.23 |
| Efficient EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.53 | $4.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.25 | $6.97 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Morning in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday
Local time
7:52 AM
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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 21m 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 Port LaBelle, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 108.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are FL 80, US 27, Port Everglades Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.4 miles from Port LaBelle, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.33 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 demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 108.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.1 miles (FL 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.1 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Port LaBelle, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Naples along the way.
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