Origin
Westwood Lake, FL
Afternoon in Westwood Lake on Monday
Local time
3:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westwood Lake, FL to Coral Springs, FL
Drive Time
53m
Distance
42.7 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westwood Lake, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Westwood Lake, FL to Coral Springs, FL covers 42.7 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, Sawgrass Expressway, I 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.1 miles on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.3 miles from Westwood Lake, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 42.7 miles, with most of the trip on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike and Sawgrass Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.1 miles on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 14.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Southwest 112th Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 42.7 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 0.2 miles (Southwest 112th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Southwest 112th Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest 112th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North
8
18.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Pines Boulevard, Sheridan Street
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 9; 11
Toward SR 820: Pines Boulevard, Sheridan Street
8
28.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
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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
40.6 mi into trip
|
~48m 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 Along This Route
On the drive from Westwood Lake, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
28.1 mi in
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~34m
|
via SR 869 Toll
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| I 75 | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| Express Lanes | 1.9 mi | 1m |
| West Sample Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 40th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 117th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 112th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
— 14.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westwood Lake, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 42nd Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Southwest 42nd Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest 111th Avenue
201 ft
·
14 sec
·
Southwest 111th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Southwest 41st Terrace
258 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southwest 41st Terrace
4
Turn right onto Southwest 112th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Southwest 112th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn left onto SR 976
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 40th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto Southwest 117th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Southwest 117th Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 75 North Express Lanes
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Merge onto Express Lanes
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Express Lanes
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 9; 11
Toward SR 820: Pines Boulevard, Sheridan Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
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.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 11
Toward SR 834: Sample Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn sharp right
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
17
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft
·
4 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 21.3 miles from Westwood Lake, FL, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.1 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 42.7 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.3 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
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 Westwood Lake, 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 Westwood Lake, FL
This is one driving day of about 42.7 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Westwood Lake, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike for about 14.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Westwood Lake, FL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Westwood Lake, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coral Springs, FL
The final approach into Coral Springs, 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 Coral Springs, 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
$7.13 one way
$14.27 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.73 | $15.45 |
| premium | $4.90 | $8.23 | $16.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.49 | $18.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.83
Sawgrass Expressway
(12.4 mi)
$0.99
Homestead Extension
(14.1 mi)
$0.84
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
$7
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Coral Springs, FL
Afternoon in Coral Springs on Monday
Local time
3:23 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
14 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
53m 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 Westwood Lake, FL to Coral Springs, FL covers 42.7 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, Sawgrass Expressway, I 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 miles from Westwood Lake, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.13 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 16 significant decision points across 42.7 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 0.2 miles (Southwest 112th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Westwood Lake, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
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