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Coral Springs, FL
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9:13 PM
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Trip from Coral Springs, FL to East Milton, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
11h 18m
Distance
623.6 mi
1,004 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$99
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
11h 8m
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6 AM
11h 18m
8 AM
11h 39m
10 AM
11h 26m
12 PM
11h 24m
3 PM
11h 27m
5 PM
11h 38m
8 PM
11h 12m
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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East Milton, FL
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Trip Overview
Coral Springs to East Milton is 623.6 miles and takes about 11 hours 18 minutes via I-75 and I-10, with a fuel budget near $99 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though an overnight stop is recommended. This extensive journey spans across the entire state of Florida, taking you from the southern part of the state all the way to the panhandle. It's a long-distance drive that predominantly utilizes major interstate highways, making it a straightforward, albeit lengthy, transit. Consider this route if you need to cover a significant distance efficiently within Florida.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
311.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 41m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 267.9 mi | 4h 47m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 237 mi | 4h 16m |
| I 75 | 106.9 mi | 1h 54m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Ward Basin Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Coral Springs Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| North University Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Wiles Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 267.9 mi, about 4h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and East Milton, 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
237 mi
·
4 hr 15 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
Use the straight lane.
13
Merge onto I 75
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 10
268 mi
·
4 hr 47 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 28
Toward CR 89: Milton
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
325 ft
·
8 sec
19
Turn left onto CR 89
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Ward Basin Road
20
Arrive at destination
CR 89
Trip Plan
Given the 11-hour duration, splitting this drive over two days is highly recommended. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight hours for driving. With 3 recommended stops, plan for regular breaks to stay alert. The longest stretch is over 260 miles on I-10, so be sure to fuel up before entering this segment, as services might be more spread out. The total fuel cost is estimated at $99, so factor this into your budget.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 311.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 5h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.9 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 137 miles or 2h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 311.8 miles or 5h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 311.8 miles or 5h 41m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Milton, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coral Springs, FL
Aim for roughly 312 miles and 5.7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into East Milton, FL
Aim for roughly 312 miles and 5.7 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 137 miles from Coral Springs, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 267.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
206 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
412 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Lake City, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
312 mi · about 5.7h in
A practical overnight split lands near Lake Butler, FL after about 312 miles or 5.7 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 137 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 311.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 267.9 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 312 miles or 5.7 hours on the road.
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 175 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 353.2 — 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
7
245.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
8
353 mi into trip
|
~6h 25m in
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
8
353.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$99.26 one way
$198.52 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
218 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $107.98 | $215.95 |
| premium | $4.72 | $115.96 | $231.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $137.68 | $275.37 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.87
Florida's Turnpike
(236.7 mi)
$16.57
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
$99
Tolls
$17
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$246–$356
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 218.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $65 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 187.1 | 2 | $65.48 | $29.93 |
| Efficient EV | 155.9 | 1 | $54.57 | $24.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 249.4 | 3 | $87.30 | $39.91 |
Gas CO2
218 kg
EV CO2
73 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 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.
Destination
East Milton, FL
Evening in East Milton on Saturday
Local time
8:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
11 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
11h 18m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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 almost entirely highway, with a 99% highway share, making it a fast-paced journey. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-10, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 267.9 miles. Expect a consistent, high-speed travel experience for most of the trip. While the landscape may vary, the character of the road itself remains predominantly interstate, designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 267.9 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 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 17 significant decision points across 623.6 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 245.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Springs, FL to East Milton, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
353 mi in
|
~6h 25m
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 267.9 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 312 miles on day one.
Expect about $16.87 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 East Milton, 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 3 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 245.9 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 11.3 hours each way, a round trip means 22.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at East Milton, FL before the return drive.
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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