Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Morning in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
7:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Avon Park, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
20.4 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coral Springs, FL
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Avon Park, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Coral Springs to Avon Park, expect a straightforward journey covering approximately 20.4 miles. You can easily complete this drive in about 35 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. The route utilizes a mix of Florida's Turnpike, North University Drive, and Griffin Road to navigate between these two Florida locations. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an economical choice for travelers. Because the transit time is so short, you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy logistical planning. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 7 mi | 8m |
| North University Drive | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Griffin Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| West Commercial Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Coral Springs Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Ramblewood Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Sample Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 27th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Avon Park, FL.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
47 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Sample Road
3
Turn right onto Coral Springs Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Coral Springs Drive
4
Turn left onto Ramblewood Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Ramblewood Drive
5
Turn right onto SR 817
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North University Drive
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 870
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Commercial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 53
Toward SR 818: Griffin Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto SR 818
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Griffin Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Turn slight left
107 ft
·
4 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Southwest 27th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Southwest 27th Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Southwest 27th Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 16.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Sample Road
Turn right onto West Sample Road
Navigation decision point
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 817 / North University Drive
Turn right onto SR 817 / North University Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
8.6 mi into trip
|
~17m 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
5
9.2 mi into trip
|
~18m 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.
7
16.2 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward SR 818: Griffin Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53
Toward SR 818: Griffin Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.25 one way
$6.49 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.53 | $7.06 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.79 | $7.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.50 | $9.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.49
Florida's Turnpike
(7 mi)
$0.49
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Avon Park, FL
Morning in Avon Park on Sunday
Local time
7:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
35m 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 20.4-mile route offers a mixed driving experience that transitions between local thoroughfares and faster transit corridors. You will spend about 34 percent of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch lasting 7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The character of the road shifts as you move from the local streets of North University Drive and Griffin Road onto the more controlled flow of the Turnpike. Expect a blend of standard urban navigation and short-burst highway cruising. Since the entire trip takes less than an hour, the road feel is functional rather than leisurely, keeping you focused on the transition between these two Florida regions.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Sample Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 20.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (West Sample Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (SR 817 / North University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 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
32 ft
4 ft
Total Climb
39 ft
Total Descent
46 ft
Highest Point
32 ft
~8.7 mi in
Elevation Range
28 ft
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.
Between Coral Springs, FL and Avon Park, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
8.6 mi in
|
~17m
Miami
8.6 mi in
|
~17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 20.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.49 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.
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 Avon Park, 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 0.1 miles (West Sample Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (SR 817 / North University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Avon Park, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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