Clermont, FL to Coral Springs, FL is 218.1 miles and takes about 4h 6m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, primarily utilizing the Florida's Turnpike for most of the drive. Given its mostly highway profile and single-day recommendation, it's a straightforward connection between Central and South Florida. You'll likely find it a practical and efficient way to travel between these two regions.
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
109.1 miles from Clermont, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
200.2 mi
3h 35m
FL 50
8 mi
12m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.8 mi
4m
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
10th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 200.2 mi, about 3h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clermont, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
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Start on Linden Street
235 ft·15 sec·Linden Street
2
Turn left onto 10th Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·10th Street
3
Turn right onto FL 50
0.9 mi·1 min·FL 50
4
Continue on FL 50
0.5 mi·55 sec·FL 50
5
Continue on FL 50
3.0 mi·4 min·FL 50
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on FL 50
3.5 mi·5 min·FL 50
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
9
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
200 mi·3 hr 35 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 4-hour drive, departing early in the morning is recommended to avoid potential traffic congestion, especially as you get closer to the South Florida area. With only one recommended stop and a 200.2-mile stretch on the Turnpike, plan your single stop strategically around the halfway point for fuel and a brief break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch means limited immediate options for refueling once you're committed to that segment. The $34 fuel estimate should cover your needs, but it's always wise to check current prices.
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 109.1 miles from Clermont, FL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 200.2 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 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.1 miles or 2h 3m 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 18m
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 Clermont, 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 Clermont, FL
This is one driving day of about 218.1 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Clermont, 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 200.2 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 214.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|10th Street
Turn left onto 10th Street
Navigation decision point
7
8.2 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
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.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
8
209.2 mi into trip|~3h 51m 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
214.2 mi into trip|~3h 58m 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
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214.6 mi into trip|~3h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Coral Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Coral Springs
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.02 one way
$66.03 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.23
$72.45
premium
$4.55
$39.07
$78.14
diesel
$4.80
$41.18
$82.36
Estimated Tolls: $14.33
Florida's Turnpike
(200.2 mi)$14.02
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: 76.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.4
0
$22.90
$10.47
Efficient EV
54.5
0
$19.08
$8.72
EV Truck/SUV
87.2
1
$30.53
$13.96
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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
Clermont, FL
Late night
in Clermont on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 10 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:43PM CDT until July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:37PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Late night
in Coral Springs on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SE 10 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:43PM CDT until July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:37PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 6m 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 predominantly highway driving, with 97% of the 218.1 miles on major roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 200.2 miles on the Florida's Turnpike. Expect frequent exits and interchanges as you navigate this well-trafficked corridor. The transition to surface roads will occur only in the final miles as you approach Coral Springs.
97% 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: 200.2 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 FL 50. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 10th Street.
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 14 significant decision points across 218.1 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: near the start (10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 209.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Clermont is a city in Lake County, Florida, just over 20 miles (32 km) west of Orlando. While the city is small and primarily residential, it is home to a handful of landmarks and offbeat attractions that make it a stop worth considering when in the area. In 2019, the population was about 39,000, an increase of 10,000 over nine years. The city quadrupled its population from 2000 to 2019.
Top landmarks
•Florida Citrus Tower — observation tower in Clermont, Florida
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 218.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 200.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.33 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: near the start (10th Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 209.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
