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Trip from Altamonte Springs, FL to Coral Springs, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 3m

Distance

213.7 mi

344 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 50m ★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 13m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 14m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Seminole County, Florida, United States

Altamonte Springs, FL

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city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Coral Springs, FL

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Trip Overview

This 213.7-mile drive from Altamonte Springs, FL, to Coral Springs, FL, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 3 minutes to complete. You'll spend about 96% of your time on highways, making it a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $34. This route is a straightforward trip within Florida, offering a direct path to your destination. It's a manageable distance for most drivers looking to get from point A to point B efficiently, without the need for an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

106.8 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 187.1 mi 3h 21m
I 4 13.4 mi 17m
Sawgrass Expressway 3.8 mi 4m
East Altamonte Drive 1.4 mi 2m
North University Drive 1.1 mi 2m
Coral Springs Drive 1 mi 2m
Wiles Road 1 mi 1m
West Sample Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 187.1 mi, about 3h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Altamonte Springs, FL and Coral Springs, FL.

1

Start on Orienta Avenue

79 ft · 6 sec · Orienta Avenue
2

Turn right onto CR 427

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Maitland Avenue
3

Turn left onto FL 436

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Altamonte Drive
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Use the left lane.
5

Merge onto I 4

6.7 mi · 8 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 84B Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
7

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 1 min · this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
8

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 34 sec · this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
9

Merge onto I 4

6.7 mi · 8 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 77 Toward Miami, Ocala Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · this road
Use the straight lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

187 mi · 3 hr 21 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 71 Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass Expressway Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec
16

Merge onto SR 869 Toll

3.8 mi · 4 min · Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Exit 15 Toward SR 817: University Drive Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Keep slight left at fork

338 ft · 12 sec
Toward Coral Springs Use the left lane.
19

Continue on North University Drive

1.1 mi · 2 min · North University Drive
Use the left lane.
20

Turn right onto Wiles Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Wiles Road
21

Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive

1.0 mi · 2 min · Coral Springs Drive
22

Turn right onto West Sample Road

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West Sample Road
23

Turn left

0.1 mi · 45 sec
24

Keep slight left at fork

56 ft · 4 sec
25

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

With a duration of just over 4 hours, this 213.7-mile trip is best tackled in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving early to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the South Florida region. The longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike is 187.1 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you embark on that longer segment. The estimated fuel cost is $34, which is a reasonable budget for this journey within Florida.

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 106.8 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.1 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 47 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 106.8 miles or 2h 2m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 16m

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 Altamonte Springs, 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 Altamonte Springs, FL

This is one driving day of about 213.7 miles and 4h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Altamonte Springs, 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.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 187.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

county in Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Okeechobee County, FL

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

Kissimmee, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Okeechobee County, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.8 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 187.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · first break window

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the start, short detour

First break · 17min in 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kissimmee, Florida

2.9 mi

Café Barista - Kissimmee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kissimmee, Florida

2.9 mi

Best coffee break

KOS COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Maitland, Florida

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14079516717

Visit website

Claro's Coffeehouse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Longwood, Florida

3 mi

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14072012627

Visit website

Café Barista - Kissimmee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14079351384

Visit website

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

KOS COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Maitland, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14079516717

Visit website

Claro's Coffeehouse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Longwood, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14079517830

Visit website

Rosso Coffee Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Longwood, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+14078195903

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13213164345

Visit website

Lucid Beans Coffee - SODO

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

Visit website

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14076487060

Visit website

West Palm Beach Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Canoe Creek Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Fort Drum Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.3 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.4 mi from route

40392

0.8 mi from route

40391

1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

1.6 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

1.7 mi from route

Coral Springs Museum of Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Coral Springs, Florida

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+19543405000

Visit website

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

Howell Branch Preserve

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–8:30 pm

+14075993397

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

Peaceful Waters Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Wellington, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15617914005

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 8.6 and 209.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
8.6 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward Ivanhoe Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 84B Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
8
16.4 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward Miami, Ocala

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 77 Toward Miami, Ocala
8
17.1 mi into trip | ~25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
8
204.8 mi into trip | ~3h 48m 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...
7
209.8 mi into trip | ~3h 55m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.35 one way

$64.70 round trip

$3.85/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.22 $35.50 $70.99
premium $4.55 $38.28 $76.56
diesel $4.80 $40.35 $80.70

Estimated Tolls: $13.41

Florida's Turnpike (187.1 mi) $13.10
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

$32

Tolls

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 64.1 0 $22.44 $10.26
Efficient EV 53.4 0 $18.70 $8.55
EV Truck/SUV 85.5 1 $29.92 $13.68

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.

Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026

Origin

Altamonte Springs, FL

Night in Altamonte Springs on Monday

Local time

9:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SSE 5 to 10 mph 31% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:52PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Coral Springs, FL

Night in Coral Springs on Monday

Local time

9:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Partly Cloudy

SE 3 to 9 mph 14% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:52PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

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

2 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

4h 3m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this 213.7-mile trip, with 96% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 187.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. This means you'll be settling into a consistent pace for a substantial portion of your journey. The primary roads guiding you are Florida's Turnpike, I-4, and the Sawgrass Expressway, all indicating a fast-paced and direct travel experience.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 187.1 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 18 significant decision points across 213.7 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 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

101 ft 11 ft

Total Climb

31 ft

Total Descent

106 ft

Highest Point

101 ft

~15.3 mi in

Elevation Range

91 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Altamonte Springs, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Miami, Ocala and Florida's Turnpike South.

Miami

16.4 mi in | ~23m

Ocala

16.4 mi in | ~23m

Florida's Turnpike South

17.1 mi in | ~25m

About the Cities

Starting in Altamonte Springs, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1920

Altamonte Springs is a northern suburb of Orlando in Seminole County, Florida.

Arriving in Coral Springs, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1963

Coral Springs is a city in Broward County, Florida.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 213.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 187.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $13.41 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Coral Springs, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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