Quincy, FL to Coral Springs, FL is 470 miles and takes about 8h 36m via Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 10, with a fuel budget near $75 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey takes you across the state of Florida, from the Panhandle region down to South Florida. Given its highway-focused nature and 8.5-hour estimated drive time, it's best suited for a two-day trip to allow for comfortable driving and potential stops. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a straightforward, albeit long, drive.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
235 miles from Quincy, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 17m into the drive
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Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 96% of the route utilizing major interstates. Expect long stretches of efficient travel, especially on Florida's Turnpike, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted segment of 236.5 miles. The primary roads include Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 10, indicating a generally fast-paced experience. While the majority is interstate, the transition between these major arteries will feel like a typical cross-state drive, prioritizing speed and directness over scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 236.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Ward Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 470 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: near the start (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 224.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 461 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|South Ward Street
Turn left onto South Ward Street
Navigation decision point
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224.5 mi into trip|~4h 6m in|Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
8
461 mi into trip|~8h 20m in
Take the exit toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 71
Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgra...
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466.1 mi into trip|~8h 27m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 15
Toward SR 817: University Drive
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466.4 mi into trip|~8h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Coral Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Coral Springs
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Quincy, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Florida's Turnpike South
224.5 mi in|~4h 6m|via Florida's Turnpike
Orlando
224.5 mi in|~4h 6m|via Florida's Turnpike
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
236.5 mi
4h 14m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
I 10
104.1 mi
1h 51m
Blue Star Highway
7.5 mi
9m
West Jefferson Street
4.9 mi
7m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.8 mi
4m
North University Drive
1.1 mi
2m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 236.5 mi, about 4h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on West Crawford Street
212 ft·14 sec·West Crawford Street
2
Turn left onto South Ward Street
368 ft·18 sec·South Ward Street
3
Turn right onto US 90; FL 12; FL 267
4.9 mi·7 min·West Jefferson Street
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Continue on US 90
7.5 mi·9 min·Blue Star Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·58 sec
Toward I 10 East: Lake CityUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 10
104 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
8
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
237 mi·4 hr 14 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 71Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
12
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.8 mi·4 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 15Toward SR 817: University DriveUse the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft·12 sec
Toward Coral SpringsUse the left lane.
15
Continue on North University Drive
1.1 mi·2 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Wiles Road
17
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Coral Springs Drive
18
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·West Sample Road
19
Turn left
0.1 mi·45 sec
20
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 470-mile journey, consider splitting the drive over two days, as the 8h 36m duration suggests. Aim to depart early in the morning to make the most of daylight, especially if you plan to drive straight through. With two recommended stops, plan to break up the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike, which is over 236 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as major highways can sometimes have longer distances between service areas, and your estimated fuel cost is around $75.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 235 miles from Quincy, FL, or about 4h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.5 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 103 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 235 miles or 4h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 235 miles or 4h 17m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coral Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Quincy, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Quincy, FL
Aim for roughly 235 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Coral Springs, FL
Aim for roughly 235 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 103 miles from Quincy, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 236.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 235 mi from Quincy, FL
· 4h 17m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$74.81 one way
$149.62 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg164 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$81.38
$162.76
premium
$4.72
$87.39
$174.79
diesel
$5.61
$103.77
$207.54
Estimated Tolls: $16.87
Florida's Turnpike
(236.5 mi)$16.56
Sawgrass Expressway
(3.8 mi)$0.31
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$75
Tolls
$17
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$222–$332
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 164.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $49 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
141
1
$49.35
$22.56
Efficient EV
117.5
1
$41.13
$18.80
EV Truck/SUV
188
2
$65.80
$30.08
Gas CO2
164 kg
EV CO2
55 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Quincy, FL
Night
in Quincy on Friday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Night
in Coral Springs on Friday
Local time
9:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Lake Butler, FL
235 mi in
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
13 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
8h 36m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Quincy, FL to Coral Springs, FL covers 470 miles and takes about 8h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 75, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 235 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 235 miles from Quincy, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $74.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 470 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: near the start (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 224.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 461 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Quincy, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
