Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Morning in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Delray 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
35m
Distance
24.4 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
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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Delray Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
Connecting Coral Springs to Delray Beach is a straightforward 24.4-mile trip that typically takes about 35 minutes under normal conditions. Because of the short distance, this is easily managed as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Sawgrass Expressway, I-95, and Southwest 10th Street to make the transition between these two South Florida hubs. With an estimated fuel cost of only $4, the journey is remarkably budget-friendly for a quick commute or weekend outing. The route is highly practical for travelers looking for efficiency, as it keeps you moving through the Florida landscape without the need for additional stops. Whether you are heading out for business or leisure, this drive offers a simple, direct path between your starting point and destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Southwest 10th Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Coral Springs Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| North University Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Wiles Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Atlantic Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Sample Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 11.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Delray 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
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on SR 869
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest 10th Street
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 52
Toward SR 806: Atlantic Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto SR 806
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Atlantic Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
SR 806
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 3.3 and 23.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward SR 869 Toll North: Orlando
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward SR 869 Toll North: Orlando
5
3.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway
Merge onto SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
23.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward SR 806: Atlantic Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 52
Toward SR 806: Atlantic Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.88 one way
$7.77 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $4.22 | $8.45 |
| premium | $4.72 | $4.54 | $9.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.39 | $10.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.41
Sawgrass Expressway
(5.1 mi)
$0.41
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Delray Beach, FL
Morning in Delray Beach on Sunday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
2 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive, as roughly 67% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on high-speed roads. The experience is defined by a blend of expressway transit and arterial movement, feeling more like a functional commute than a scenic tour. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch while navigating 11.3 miles on I-95, which serves as the primary backbone of the trip. The transition between the Sawgrass Expressway and the interstate keeps the pace consistent, though you should be prepared for the typical flow of Florida traffic. Overall, the road personality is efficient and fast-moving, prioritizing directness over winding, technical maneuvers.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.3 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 24.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 24.4 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 (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.3 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.41 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 Delray Beach, 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 3.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Delray Beach, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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