Traveling from Coral Springs to Belle Isle covers 197.6 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 43 minutes. Because this journey is designed as a single-day trip, you can easily complete it in one go without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize a combination of the Sawgrass Expressway, Florida's Turnpike, and the Beachline Expressway to reach your destination. Expect to spend approximately $33 on fuel for the trip, making it a relatively affordable excursion within Florida. Since the entire route stays within the state, you can anticipate consistent road conditions as you head north. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that prioritizes efficiency over local sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
98.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
183 mi
3h 18m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.7 mi
4m
Beachline Expressway
2.5 mi
3m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
North University Drive
1 mi
2m
Wiles Road
1 mi
1m
Gondola Drive
0.5 mi
1m
McCoy Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 183 mi, about 3h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Belle Isle, FL.
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Start on this road
0.1 mi·47 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi·27 sec·West Sample Road
3
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Coral Springs Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Wiles Road
5
Turn left onto North University Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·North University Drive
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward SR 869 Toll North: OrlandoUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.7 mi·4 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·53 sec
Exit 21A-BToward Florida's TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21BToward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, OrlandoUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
183 mi·3 hr 18 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 254Toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlando International AirportUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn slight right
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward FL 528 Toll East: Kennedy Space Center
14
Merge onto FL 528 Toll
2.5 mi·3 min·Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 8Toward Jetport Drive, Orange AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Jetport Drive
0.2 mi·29 sec·Jetport Drive
17
Turn sharp left onto Boggy Creek Road
0.2 mi·33 sec·Boggy Creek Road
18
Turn straight onto FL 482
0.4 mi·47 sec·McCoy Road
19
Turn right onto Gondola Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Gondola Drive
20
Turn right onto Perkins Road
56 ft·2 sec·Perkins Road
21
Arrive at destination
Perkins Road
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth journey, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours on the major expressways. Since the drive is under four hours, you only need to plan for one scheduled stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep your $33 fuel budget in mind when planning your itinerary, and consider filling up before hitting the Turnpike to avoid potential price fluctuations at larger service plazas. Because the route is so heavily dominated by high-speed roads, staying alert during the long 183-mile stretch is essential. Embracing the flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to leave at your own pace while still arriving in Belle Isle with plenty of daylight to spare.
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 98.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183 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 43 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.8 miles or 1h 52m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle Isle, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Coral Springs, 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 Coral Springs, FL
This is one driving day of about 197.6 miles and 3h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Coral Springs, 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 183 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 196 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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7.5 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21A-B
Toward Florida's Turnpike
6
8.2 mi into trip|~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Soutwest 10th Street, Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 21B
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
8
192.1 mi into trip|~3h 33m in
Take the exit toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlando International Airport
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 254
Toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlan...
8
196 mi into trip|~3h 39m in
Take the exit toward Jetport Drive, Orange Avenue
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 8
Toward Jetport Drive, Orange Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.45 one way
$62.91 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$34.21
$68.43
premium
$4.72
$36.74
$73.49
diesel
$5.61
$43.63
$87.26
Estimated Tolls: $13.11
Florida's Turnpike
(183 mi)$12.81
Sawgrass Expressway
(3.7 mi)$0.30
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
$31
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.3
0
$20.75
$9.48
Efficient EV
49.4
0
$17.29
$7.90
EV Truck/SUV
79
0
$27.66
$12.65
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Late night
in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Belle Isle, FL
Late night
in Belle Isle on Sunday
Local time
12:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
3h 43m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 96% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on Florida's Turnpike, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 183 miles. The road maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to cover significant ground quickly. Because the drive is heavily reliant on major expressways, it lacks the technical turns of local backroads, offering instead a steady, rhythmic highway experience. You should be prepared for a focused, fast-moving commute that gets you from Coral Springs to Belle Isle with minimal deviation.
96% 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: 183 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 197.6 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 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 43m. Total distance: 197.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 183 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.11 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 Belle Isle, 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: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Belle Isle, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
