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Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Daytona Beach, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 18m

Distance

227.6 mi

366 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 6m ★
6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 45m
10 AM
4h 28m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 44m
8 PM
4h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Coral Springs, FL

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Downtown Daytona Beach, FL, FL

Daytona Beach, FL

Brent Singleton

Trip Overview

This 227.6-mile drive from Coral Springs to Daytona Beach, Florida, is estimated to take about 4 hours and 18 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip with a projected fuel cost of around $38. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its high number of turns and minimal highway usage. This makes it a more engaged driving experience, perfect for those who prefer navigating surface streets over interstates. You'll be traveling within the same state, Florida, throughout your journey, so no regional transitions are involved. Given the duration and road type, it's well-suited for a day trip without needing an overnight stop.

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

113.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 126.6 mi 2h 15m
Florida's Turnpike 80.9 mi 1h 28m
South Nova Road 5.7 mi 9m
Sawgrass Expressway 3.7 mi 4m
Dunlawton Avenue 2 mi 3m
International Speedway Boulevard 1.1 mi 2m
Coral Springs Drive 1 mi 2m
North University Drive 1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 126.6 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Daytona Beach, FL.

1

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: Orlando Use 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-B Toward Florida's Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 19 sec
Toward Soutwest 10th Street, Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 21B Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando Use the right lane.
11

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

81 mi · 1 hr 28 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 53 sec
Exit 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork

214 ft · 5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
14

Merge onto FL 70

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Okeechobee Road
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 95
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Merge onto I 95

127 mi · 2 hr 15 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Exit 256 Toward FL 421: Port Orange Use the slight right lane.
19

Turn right onto FL 421

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Taylor Road
Use the right lane.
20

Continue on FL 421

2.0 mi · 3 min · Dunlawton Avenue
21

Turn left onto FL 5A

5.7 mi · 9 min · South Nova Road
Use the left lane.
22

Turn right onto US 92

1.1 mi · 2 min · International Speedway Boulevard
23

Arrive at destination

US 92

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 18-minute trip covering 227.6 miles, consider an early morning departure from Coral Springs to minimize traffic, especially as you'll be on local roads for the majority of the route. The $38 fuel cost is manageable for a single day, but ensure your tank is full before leaving. With one stop recommended, plan for a mid-drive break to stretch your legs. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means staying alert for traffic signals and intersections is key. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the main roads like West Sample Road, Coral Springs Drive, and Wiles Road beforehand, as you'll be relying on them extensively.

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 113.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.6 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 50 miles or 59m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 113.8 miles or 2h 10m 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 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Daytona Beach, 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 227.6 miles and 4h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 I 95 for about 126.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

county seat of St. Lucie County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Pierce, FL

114 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

Jupiter, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vero Beach, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 113.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 126.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Coral Springs Museum of Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Coral Springs, Florida

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+19543405000

Visit website

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 16.3

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

Daytona Lagoon

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 227.6

Daytona Beach, Florida

Hours: 12–10 pm

+13862545020

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 81.3

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

Daytona International Speedway

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 227.6

Daytona Beach, Florida

+18007487467

Visit website

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 48.8

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Peaceful Waters Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 32.5

Wellington, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15617914005

Visit website

Taylor Park Rockledge

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 162.6

Rockledge, Florida

+13216331874

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 218.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
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
9
8.5 mi into trip | ~13m in

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
90.1 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach

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 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
7
91.1 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
7
218.2 mi into trip | ~4h 2m in

Take the exit toward FL 421: Port Orange

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 256 Toward FL 421: Port Orange

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.23 one way

$72.46 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 80 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $39.41 $78.82
premium $4.72 $42.32 $84.64
diesel $5.61 $50.25 $100.50

Estimated Tolls: $5.97

Florida's Turnpike (80.9 mi) $5.67
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

$36

Tolls

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 79.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 68.3 0 $23.90 $10.92
Efficient EV 56.9 0 $19.92 $9.10
EV Truck/SUV 91 1 $31.86 $14.57

Gas CO2

80 kg

EV CO2

27 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Coral Springs, FL

Morning in Coral Springs on Sunday

Local time

10:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Daytona Beach, FL

Morning in Daytona Beach on Sunday

Local time

10:41 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

4h 18m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Canaveral National Seashore

Canaveral National Seashore

National Seashore

Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour $25 near mile 196.2
Caution: Pavement Project- Playalinda District
Park Closure: Limited Access to Apollo District Parking Lots 2 and 3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 227.6-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily through surface streets using roads like West Sample Road, Coral Springs Drive, and Wiles Road. This means frequent intersections and a more engaged driving experience, rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests you'll be making many adjustments. The drive will likely feel more like a series of connected local commutes rather than a single, continuous highway segment.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 126.6 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. 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 Effort 10/10

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 20 significant decision points across 227.6 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 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.1 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.

On the drive from Coral Springs, FL to Daytona Beach, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.

Vero Beach

90.1 mi in | ~1h 44m

About the Cities

Arriving in Daytona Beach, FL

Full guide →

Daytona Beach is a city in Volusia County, East Central Florida. The Greater Daytona Beach Area also includes Daytona Beach Shores, Holly Hill, Port Orange, Ponce Inlet, South Daytona, Ormond Beach and unincorporated areas of East Volusia County. Some of the surrounding cities use Daytona Beach as a mailing address. If you cannot find what you are looking for here, try checking the surrounding cities.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 227.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 126.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.97 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 Daytona Beach, 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 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Daytona Beach, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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