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Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Fort Meade, FL

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

Drive Time

3h 56m

Distance

184.2 mi

297 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 43m ★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 3m
3 PM
4h 7m
5 PM
4h 21m
8 PM
3h 48m

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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city in Polk County, Florida, United States

Fort Meade, FL

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Coral Springs to Fort Meade covers 184.2 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 56 minutes. This trip is perfectly manageable as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $31 on fuel, making it a relatively affordable trek across the Florida landscape. By utilizing a combination of the Sawgrass Expressway, US 27, and US 98, you’ll transition from the suburban sprawl of South Florida toward the more rural, inland areas of the state. It is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that prioritizes efficiency over exploration, so keep that in mind if you prefer a more leisurely pace.

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

92.1 miles from Coral Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 27 149.3 mi 3h 7m
US 98 15 mi 20m
Sawgrass Expressway 10.9 mi 12m
I 75 4.7 mi 5m
West Sample Road 1.7 mi 3m
I 595 0.1 mi <1m
North Lanier Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
1st Street Northeast <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 27 — 149.3 mi, about 3h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Fort Meade, FL.

1

Start on this road

0.1 mi · 46 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto West Sample Road

1.7 mi · 3 min · West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward SR 869 Toll South: Sawgrass Expressway Use the left lane.
4

Merge onto SR 869 Toll

11 mi · 12 min · Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward I 75 North: Alligator Alley, Naples Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto I 595

0.1 mi · 7 sec · I 595
7

Merge onto I 75

4.7 mi · 5 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Exit 23 Toward US 27: Hialeah, South Bay Use the slight right lane.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward US 27 North: South Bay Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto US 27

0.9 mi · 59 sec · US 27
11

Continue on US 27

62 mi · 1 hr 17 min · US 27
Use the left lane.
12

Continue on US 27; FL 80

51 mi · 1 hr 2 min · US 27; FL 80
Use the left lane.
13

Continue on US 27

0.2 mi · 19 sec · US 27
Use the left lane.
14

Continue on US 27

10 mi · 12 min · US 27
Use the left lane.
15

Continue on US 27

25 mi · 34 min · US 27
Use the left / straight lanes.
16

Turn left onto US 98

10 mi · 13 min · US 98
Use the left lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto US 98

4.7 mi · 7 min · US 98
18

Turn right onto North Lanier Avenue

464 ft · 25 sec · North Lanier Avenue
19

Turn left onto 1st Street Northeast

454 ft · 27 sec · 1st Street Northeast
20

Turn left onto US 17; US 98

385 ft · 8 sec · Charleston Avenue
21

Arrive at destination

US 17; US 98

Trip Plan

Since this is a sub-four-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With only one recommended stop planned for the 184.2-mile distance, try to pace yourself to avoid fatigue during that long 149.3-mile stretch on US 27. It is wise to fuel up before leaving Coral Springs to ensure you stay within your $31 gas budget without needing to hunt for stations in more remote areas. Keep a close eye on your speed as you transition between the different highway sections, as traffic patterns can shift quickly. Taking a quick break midway through the drive will help you stay alert as you approach Fort Meade.

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 92.1 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.3 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 41 miles or 53m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 92.1 miles or 1h 56m 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 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Meade, 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 184.2 miles and 3h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 US 27 for about 149.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Lake Placid, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lake Placid, FL

92 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

Lake Worth Corridor, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pahokee, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 92.1 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 US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 149.3 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.

EV Connect Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 157.9

Avon Park, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Tesla Destination Charger

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 144.8

Sebring, Florida

+18633861000

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 144.8

Sebring, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18633141305

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 144.8

Sebring, Florida

+18636557200

Visit website

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

Volunteer Park Community Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 13.2

Plantation, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+19544522558

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Lauderdale

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 13.2

Davie, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+19542804359

Visit website

Sebring International Raceway

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 144.8

Sebring, Florida

+18636551442

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 19.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.8 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the ramp toward SR 869 Toll South: Sawgrass Expressway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward SR 869 Toll South: Sawgrass Expressway
5
2.3 mi into trip | ~5m 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.
7
13.2 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward I 75 North: Alligator Alley, Naples

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 75 North: Alligator Alley, Naples
8
19 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward US 27: Hialeah, South Bay

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 23 Toward US 27: Hialeah, South Bay
7
19.3 mi into trip | ~25m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 27 North: South Bay

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 27 North: South Bay

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.32 one way

$58.64 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 64 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $31.89 $63.79
premium $4.72 $34.25 $68.50
diesel $5.61 $40.67 $81.34

Estimated Tolls: $0.87

Sawgrass Expressway (10.9 mi) $0.87

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

$29

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 55.3 0 $19.34 $8.84
Efficient EV 46.1 0 $16.12 $7.37
EV Truck/SUV 73.7 0 $25.79 $11.79

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (66% 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

4:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Meade, FL

Late night in Fort Meade on Sunday

Local time

4:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Lake Placid, FL

92 mi in

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

7 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 56m 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 highly efficient transit, as 98% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on US 27, which accounts for a significant 149.3-mile stretch of the journey. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the experience behind the wheel is centered on steady speeds and consistent pavement rather than winding backroads. As you move away from the expressway and settle into the longer highway segments, the character of the road becomes quite uniform. Be prepared for a functional, high-speed transit that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.

98% 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: 149.3 mi on US 27.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and US 98. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 184.2 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 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 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.

Between Coral Springs, FL and Fort Meade, FL, road signs point toward Naples and Bay.

Naples

13.2 mi in | ~17m

Bay

19 mi in | ~25m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 184.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 149.3 miles on US 27. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.87 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.

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 Fort Meade, 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 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Fort Meade, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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