Belleview, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is 266.7 miles and takes about 5h 4m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Florida, transitioning from central Florida to the southern part of the state. With 94% of the route on highways, expect a straightforward and efficient trip. Given the relatively short duration, it's a comfortable one-day excursion, perfect for getting to your destination without an overnight stop. Plan for a smooth, mostly highway experience.
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
133.4 miles from Belleview, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
236.9 mi
4h 15m
Nathan Mayo Highway
9.2 mi
13m
I 95
7.2 mi
8m
US 301
6.3 mi
10m
West Broward Boulevard
1.8 mi
3m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
2m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
CR 484
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 236.9 mi, about 4h 15m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 38 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,207 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,073
Quietest
2 AM
~284 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belleview, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Southeast 55th Avenue Road
37 ft·3 sec·Southeast 55th Avenue Road
2
Turn left onto Southeast 115th Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·Southeast 115th Street
3
Continue on Southeast Hames Road
0.1 mi·32 sec·Southeast Hames Road
4
Turn right onto Southeast Brown Road
0.1 mi·35 sec·Southeast Brown Road
5
Turn left onto CR 484
0.4 mi·39 sec·CR 484
6
Turn right onto US 27; US 301; US 441
0.1 mi·16 sec·Abshier Boulevard
7
Turn straight onto US 301
9.2 mi·13 min·Nathan Mayo Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on US 301
6.3 mi·10 min·US 301
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
237 mi·4 hr 15 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
13
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
15
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
16
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft·16 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
18
Merge onto I 95
7.2 mi·8 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 27Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left onto SR 842
1.8 mi·3 min·West Broward Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on SR 842
0.2 mi·35 sec·East Broward Boulevard
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
SR 842
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, leaving Belleview, FL in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and avoid heavier traffic. Since it's a single-day trip with only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the long 236.9-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost is around $42, so factor that into your budget. Having a full tank before heading out on the Turnpike is a good idea.
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 133.4 miles from Belleview, FL, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.9 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 59 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.4 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Belleview, 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 Belleview, FL
This is one driving day of about 266.7 miles and 5h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Belleview, 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 236.9 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 0.3 and 264.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|Southeast Brown Road
Turn right onto Southeast Brown Road
Navigation decision point
5
16.8 mi into trip|~27m in|Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
253.7 mi into trip|~4h 43m in
Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
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 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
6
254.3 mi into trip|~4h 45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlan...
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264.2 mi into trip|~4h 58m in
Take the exit toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
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 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.37 one way
$80.75 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg93 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$44.30
$88.60
premium
$4.55
$47.78
$95.55
diesel
$4.80
$50.36
$100.72
Estimated Tolls: $16.58
Florida's Turnpike
(236.9 mi)$16.58
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
$40
Tolls
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80
0
$28.00
$12.80
Efficient EV
66.7
0
$23.34
$10.67
EV Truck/SUV
106.7
1
$37.34
$17.07
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 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
Belleview, FL
Morning
in Belleview on Monday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 1 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 2:22AM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Morning
in Fort Lauderdale on Monday
Local time
6:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Cloudy
S 6 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 2:22AM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM 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
7 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
5h 4m 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?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 94% of the 266.7-mile trip on major roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 236.9 miles, all on Florida's Turnpike. This means you'll experience extended periods of cruising with minimal turns. Expect a high volume of exits and potential for merging traffic as you approach urban areas, particularly closer to Fort Lauderdale.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 236.9 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Nathan Mayo Highway. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Southeast Brown Road.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 266.7 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Southeast Brown Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 253.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Fort Lauderdale is a coastal city on the Atlantic Ocean in the US state of Florida. It is known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive canal system. Situated in Broward County in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area, the city's population is over 180,000 (2021).
The city is most famous for its beaches and boats, and while the city of Fort Lauderdale is relatively small in area, the term 'Fort Lauderdale' is often used to refer to the larger metropolis that has grown up around it. It is the county seat for Broward county, and is part of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metropolitan area, which has over 6.1 million people (2019).
Top landmarks
•Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale — art museum in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
•Bryan Building — building in Florida, United States
•North Woodlawn Cemetery — cemetery in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 4m. Total distance: 266.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 236.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.58 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 15 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 Fort Lauderdale, 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 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Southeast Brown Road): Navigation decision point; at 16.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 253.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fort Lauderdale, FL before the return drive.
