Citrus Park to Coral Springs is 248.3 miles and takes about 5h 2m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, primarily utilizing the Florida Turnpike. Expect a route with a high percentage of highway driving, making it a straightforward trip. It's a manageable distance for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination with time to spare.
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
124.1 miles from Citrus Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
121.2 mi
2h 11m
FL 60
61.7 mi
1h 19m
I 4
18.6 mi
19m
Polk Parkway
9.4 mi
10m
West Hillsborough Avenue
7.8 mi
14m
Bartow Road
6.9 mi
9m
Veterans Expressway
5.1 mi
6m
Hillsborough Avenue
4.2 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 121.2 mi, about 2h 11m
Traffic on I-4
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 13 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,480 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~567 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 44 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 Citrus Park, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on Gunn Highway
0.8 mi·1 min·Gunn Highway
2
Turn left onto CR 587
0.1 mi·16 sec·Gunn Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Use the slight right lane.
4
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
0.9 mi·1 min·Veterans Expressway
5
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 589 Toll
4.2 mi·5 min·Veterans Expressway
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 4Toward FL 580: Hillsborough AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto FL 580
2.8 mi·5 min·Hillsborough Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on US 92
7.8 mi·14 min·West Hillsborough Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 92
1.5 mi·2 min·Hillsborough Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·37 sec
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
11
Merge onto I 4
19 mi·19 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 27Toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter HavenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on FL 570 Toll
9.4 mi·10 min·Polk Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 10Toward US 98: Lakeland, BartowUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto US 98
6.9 mi·9 min·Bartow Road
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi·1 min·Broadway Avenue
17
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60
0.5 mi·1 min·Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on FL 60
0.3 mi·26 sec·FL 60
19
Continue on FL 60
11 mi·13 min·FL 60
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on FL 60
4.3 mi·5 min·FL 60
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on FL 60
46 mi·59 min·FL 60
Use the left lane.
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Use the left lane.
23
Continue on this road
295 ft·7 sec·this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
121 mi·2 hr 11 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 71Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
28
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.8 mi·4 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 15Toward SR 817: University DriveUse the straight / right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft·12 sec
Toward Coral SpringsUse the left lane.
31
Continue on North University Drive
1.1 mi·2 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
32
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Wiles Road
33
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Coral Springs Drive
34
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·West Sample Road
35
Turn left
0.1 mi·45 sec
36
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
37
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight for the 5-hour drive. With a fuel cost estimate of $43, ensure your tank is full before you leave Citrus Park. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 121 miles on the Turnpike, so plan for a fuel or rest stop before or during that segment. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, a mid-drive break will help maintain focus.
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 124.1 miles from Citrus Park, FL, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.2 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 55 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.1 miles or 2h 42m 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 8m
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 Citrus Park, 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 Citrus Park, FL
This is one driving day of about 248.3 miles and 5h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Citrus Park, 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 121.2 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.4 and 239.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
6.4 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward FL 580: Hillsborough Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward FL 580: Hillsborough Avenue
8
37.8 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven
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 FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven
8
47.6 mi into trip|~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
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 10
Toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
8
118 mi into trip|~2h 35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
8
239.4 mi into trip|~4h 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.59 one way
$75.17 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$41.24
$82.49
premium
$4.55
$44.48
$88.96
diesel
$4.80
$46.88
$93.77
Estimated Tolls: $9.20
Florida's Turnpike
(121.2 mi)$8.48
Veterans Expressway
(5.1 mi)$0.41
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
$38
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.5
0
$26.07
$11.92
Efficient EV
62.1
0
$21.73
$9.93
EV Truck/SUV
99.3
1
$34.76
$15.89
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 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
Citrus Park, FL
Morning
in Citrus Park on Sunday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 6 to 12 mph71% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Morning
in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 5 to 10 mph26% chanceLive forecast
96°F
Dundee, FL
124 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 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 route is mostly highway, with 89% of the driving on major roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 121.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The highway portion of the drive will feature frequent exits, so stay alert for changes in traffic patterns as you approach urban areas.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.2 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 FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 24 significant decision points across 248.3 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 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
149 ft11 ft
Total Climb
153 ft
Total Descent
188 ft
Highest Point
149 ft
~35.5 mi in
Elevation Range
139 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Citrus Park, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Winter Haven, Bartow and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.
Winter Haven
37.8 mi in|~51m
Bartow
47.6 mi in|~1h 3m
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
118 mi in|~2h 35m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 2m. Total distance: 248.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 121.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.20 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 17 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 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 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 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Coral Springs, FL before the return drive.
