Origin
Sunrise, FL
Evening in Sunrise on Sunday
Local time
5:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sunrise, FL to Orlando, FL
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
214.7 mi
346 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
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6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sunrise, FL
Arian Fernandez
Orlando, FL
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
Traveling from Sunrise to Orlando covers 214.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 17 minutes. Because this route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates, it functions best as a one-day trip. You should budget approximately $35 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating through Northeast 25th Way, Northeast 8th Street, and Northeast 26th Avenue defines the experience, keeping you off the high-speed highways. Since both cities are located within Florida, you will remain in the same region, yet the transition from the Sunrise area to the Orlando destination offers a distinct change in local traffic patterns. It is a straightforward trip that is easily manageable if you prefer a steady, turn-heavy pace over the monotony of a long-haul freeway drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
107.3 miles from Sunrise, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly technical and turn-heavy experience behind the wheel, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating local streets for the duration of the 214.7-mile trek, requiring your full attention at every intersection. With the longest uninterrupted stretch being 0 miles on Northeast 25th Way, the road demands constant engagement rather than the passive cruising of an interstate. This drive favors drivers who prefer avoiding high-speed traffic in exchange for a continuous, localized path. Prepare for frequent adjustments to your speed and direction as you transition between the various city streets that make up this specific course.
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.
Northeast 25th Way 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 3h 17m 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 Sunrise, FL to Orlando, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast 25th Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast 8th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast 26th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast 9th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast 24th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Sunrise Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northwest 9th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Powerline Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Northeast 25th Way
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunrise, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on Northeast 7th Place
285 ft
·
16 sec
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Northeast 7th Place
2
Turn left onto Northeast 25th Way
358 ft
·
14 sec
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Northeast 25th Way
3
Turn right onto Northeast 8th Street
295 ft
·
16 sec
·
Northeast 8th Street
4
Turn left onto Northeast 26th Avenue
312 ft
·
16 sec
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Northeast 26th Avenue
5
Turn left onto Northeast 9th Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
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Northeast 9th Street
6
Continue on Northeast 24th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Northeast 24th Avenue
7
Turn left onto East Sunrise Boulevard
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
East Sunrise Boulevard
8
Turn right onto Northwest 9th Avenue
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Northwest 9th Avenue
9
Continue on Powerline Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Powerline Road
10
Continue on South Powerline Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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South Powerline Road
11
Continue on South Pompano Parkway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Pompano Parkway
12
Turn left onto West Atlantic Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
13
Turn right onto Northwest 31st Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 31st Avenue
14
Continue on Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
15
Keep slight right to continue on Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
16
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
191 mi
·
3 hr 27 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 4: Orlando, Tampa
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
19
Merge slight left
4.3 mi
·
5 min
20
Take the exit slight right toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
21
Keep slight right
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
22
Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street
266 ft
·
15 sec
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West Kaley Street
23
Turn left onto South Division Avenue
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Division Avenue
24
Turn right onto West South Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
West South Street
25
Turn slight right
102 ft
·
4 sec
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Planning for this trip is simple since it works perfectly as a one-day excursion. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, you should factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and manage the mental fatigue that comes with navigating local roads for over three hours. Aim to depart early to avoid the peak congestion often found on city-integrated thoroughfares. Keep your $35 fuel budget handy, but remember that local driving can sometimes impact your actual consumption compared to highway cruising. My best advice for this specific path is to rely heavily on a reliable GPS system, as the reliance on Northeast 25th Way, Northeast 8th Street, and Northeast 26th Avenue requires precise turn-by-turn navigation to stay on track.
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 107.3 miles from Sunrise, FL, or about 1h 38m 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 80 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.3 miles or 1h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orlando, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sunrise, 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 Sunrise, FL
This is one driving day of about 214.7 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sunrise, 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 107.3 mi from Sunrise, FL · 1h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107.3 miles from Sunrise, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Orlando, FL
The final approach into Orlando, 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 Orlando, 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
$35.87 one way
$71.73 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $38.85 | $77.70 |
| premium | $4.90 | $41.38 | $82.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.70 | $95.40 |
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: 75.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.54 | $10.31 |
| Efficient EV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.79 | $8.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.9 | 1 | $30.06 | $13.74 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
Orlando, FL
Evening in Orlando on Sunday
Local time
5:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 17m 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 Sunrise, FL to Orlando, FL covers 214.7 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast 25th Way, Northeast 8th Street, Northeast 26th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107.3 miles from Sunrise, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.87 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 17m 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 Sunrise, FL to Orlando, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sunrise, FL to Orlando, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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