Road Trips from Fort Lauderdale, FL
Heading out from Fort Lauderdale? You've got options ranging from short, flat drives to longer hauls. Several routes offer a quick escape within a half-day's drive, perfect for a day trip with parks along the way. If you're looking to go further, there are also longer drives, some over 10 hours, that recommend an overnight stay, giving you more time to explore destinations with a high drive score and mostly flat terrain.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
6.3h
With Parks Nearby
1
Weekend trip
Fanning Springs, FL
6h 20m332.3 mi one way
This is one of the closest options, a 6.3-hour drive primarily on highways. It features mostly flat terrain and has parks, making it a good choice if you want a shorter trip that still offers green space. It's closer than the Apalachicola trip and has a solid drive score of 8.
Manatee Road, FL
6h 19m328.5 mi one way
Clocking in at 6.3 hours, this route is similar in distance and drive time to Fanning Springs. It's a mostly highway drive over flat terrain with parks available. If a direct, efficient route is your priority, this is a strong contender for a day trip.
Cross City, FL
6h 38m345.3 mi one way
At 6.6 hours, this is another manageable day trip option. The drive is mostly highway with flat terrain and parks. It’s comparable to the Fanning Springs and Manatee Road routes in terms of drive score and proximity, offering a similar experience.
Long-haul ideas
Apalachicola, FL
9h 59m494.3 mi one way
This is a longer trip at 10 hours, with an overnight recommended. It scores a 9 for its drive quality and features mostly flat terrain. If you're seeking a destination further afield with ample time to explore, this route is a solid choice.
Bonifay, FL
9h 57m544.7 mi one way
This is a long-haul drive totaling 10 hours, and an overnight stay is recommended. It's a 544.7-mile trip with a drive score of 8 and mostly flat terrain. Consider this if you are looking for a substantial drive with a recommended stop.
Wewahitchka, FL
10h 2m533.2 mi one way
At 10 hours and 533.2 miles, this is another long-haul option that suggests an overnight stay. The drive score is 8, and the terrain is mostly flat. This route offers a similar extended travel experience to Bonifay, but slightly shorter in distance.
Gretna, FL
8h 54m482.3 mi one way
This route is 8.9 hours and recommends an overnight stay. It covers 482.3 miles with a drive score of 8 and mostly flat terrain. It's a good option if you want a longer drive that breaks up into manageable segments with a recommended stop.
Blountstown, FL
9h 23m506 mi one way
This long-haul drive takes 9.4 hours and covers 506 miles, with an overnight stay recommended. It has a drive score of 8 and mostly flat terrain. It's a suitable choice for an extended road trip where breaking up the journey is preferred.
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Apalachicola, FL
9h 59m494.3 mi one way
Bonifay, FL
9h 57m544.7 mi one way
Wewahitchka, FL
10h 2m533.2 mi one way
Fanning Springs, FL
6h 20m332.3 mi one way
Apalachicola, FL
9h 59m494.3 mi one way
Bonifay, FL
9h 57m544.7 mi one way
Fanning Springs, FL
6h 20m332.3 mi one way
Blountstown, FL
9h 23m506 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The mostly flat terrain and available parks make any of these routes enjoyable during spring, with mild conditions suitable for driving.
Summer
Flat terrain and primarily highway drives are well-suited for summer travel, with parks offering potential respites.
Fall
Expect pleasant driving conditions on these mostly flat routes, with parks providing opportunities for outdoor enjoyment.
Winter
Winter offers good driving weather for these routes, with mostly flat terrain and parks accessible for exploration.
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