Apopka to Coral Springs is 217 miles and takes about 4h 2m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Florida, traversing mostly developed areas as you head south. Expect a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a good option for a single-day trip. With a planned duration of just over 4 hours, it's manageable for most drivers looking for a direct connection between these two Florida cities.
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
108.5 miles from Apopka, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
195.2 mi
3h 30m
Western Beltway
7 mi
7m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.8 mi
4m
FL 451 Toll
1.7 mi
2m
North University Drive
1.1 mi
2m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
Orange Blossom Trail
1 mi
1m
Wiles Road
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 195.2 mi, about 3h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Apopka, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on Central Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Central Avenue
2
Turn right onto West 3rd Street
0.1 mi·33 sec·West 3rd Street
3
Turn slight right onto US 441
1.0 mi·1 min·Orange Blossom Trail
4
Turn left onto FL 451 Toll
1.7 mi·2 min·FL 451 Toll
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
1.7 mi·1 min
Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, TampaUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto FL 429 Toll
7.0 mi·7 min·Western Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 22Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, OcalaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·2 min
Toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florida’s TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
195 mi·3 hr 30 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right 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 relatively short, 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to avoid afternoon traffic. You'll only have one recommended stop, so consider breaking up the 195.2-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike for a quick stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $34, and it's wise to fill up before the longest highway segment. Since this is easily a same-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart a bit later if needed, but aim to arrive in Coral Springs with ample daylight.
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 108.5 miles from Apopka, FL, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 195.2 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 48 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.5 miles or 2h 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 15m
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 Apopka, 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 Apopka, FL
This is one driving day of about 217 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Apopka, 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 195.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 213.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
3 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
8
11.7 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the exit toward Florida’s Turnpike, 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 22
Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
8
11.9 mi into trip|~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florida’s Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florid...
8
208.1 mi into trip|~3h 47m 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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213.2 mi into trip|~3h 54m 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
$32.85 one way
$65.70 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.04
$72.09
premium
$4.55
$38.87
$77.74
diesel
$4.80
$40.97
$81.95
Estimated Tolls: $13.97
Florida's Turnpike
(195.2 mi)$13.66
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
$33
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.1
0
$22.79
$10.42
Efficient EV
54.3
0
$18.99
$8.68
EV Truck/SUV
86.8
1
$30.38
$13.89
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Apopka, FL
Late night
in Apopka on Tuesday
Local time
12:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SSE 5 to 10 mph29% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 5:08PM CDT until July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:05PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Late night
in Coral Springs on Tuesday
Local time
12:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SE 10 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 5:08PM CDT until July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:05PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
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
15 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 2m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is overwhelmingly a highway drive, with 92% of the route on major roads. You'll experience a solid 195.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike before transitioning to other expressways like the Western Beltway and Sawgrass Expressway. Be prepared for frequent exits and merges as you navigate these busy corridors, especially closer to your destination.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 195.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Western Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
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 217 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 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
145 ft11 ft
Total Climb
34 ft
Total Descent
167 ft
Highest Point
145 ft
Elevation Range
134 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Apopka, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala, Orlando and Titusville.
Apopka is a city in Orange County, Florida. Apopka is referred to as the "Indoor Foliage Capital of the World" due to the many greenhouse nurseries there. It is home to about 55,000 people (census, 1 April 2020)
Top landmarks
•Apopka Seaboard Air Line Railway Depot — railway station in Apopka, Florida
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 2m. Total distance: 217 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 195.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.97 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 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.
