Origin
Coral Gables, FL
Late night in Coral Gables on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coral Gables, FL to Coral Springs, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
46.5 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coral Gables, FL
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Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
Coral Gables to Coral Springs is 46.5 miles and takes about 59 minutes via I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within Florida. You'll spend most of your time on major expressways, making it a quick transit rather than a journey for sightseeing. Given the short distance and duration, this trip is easily completed within a single day, so you can depart at your convenience. Plan for a swift commute with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 13.6 mi | 14m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Express Lanes | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 40th Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| West Sample Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| University Drive | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Granada Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 13.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Gables, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on US 1
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Dixie Highway
2
Turn right onto Granada Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Granada Boulevard
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto Pisano Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Pisano Avenue
4
Turn right onto University Drive
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
University Drive
5
At end of road, turn left onto SR 976
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Southwest 40th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward SR 826 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto SR 826
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Palmetto Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Gardens Drive
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 75
14 mi
·
14 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Sawgrass Expressway
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 11
Toward SR 834: Sample Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn sharp right
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
15
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft
·
4 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Coral Gables, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 44.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Granada Boulevard
Turn right onto Granada Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
7.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Express Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
18.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Gardens Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Ga...
8
31.9 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs,...
7
44.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward SR 834: Sample Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward SR 834: Sample Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.40 one way
$14.80 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.05 | $16.10 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.65 | $17.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.99
Sawgrass Expressway
(12.4 mi)
$0.99
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Late night in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 62% of the journey utilizing major expressways like I 75 and the Sawgrass Expressway. Expect stretches of consistent speed on these main arteries. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 13.6 miles on I 75. While the profile suggests a highway-centric experience, you may transition between these faster roads and express lanes as you navigate through the South Florida region. It's a route built for efficiency, not winding country roads.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Granada Boulevard.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 46.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Granada Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles (Express Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Coral Gables, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
31.9 mi in
|
~40m
|
via SR 869 Toll
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.6 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.99 in tolls one way, starting with Sawgrass Expressway. 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.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Granada Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.2 miles (Express Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coral Springs, FL before heading back.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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