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Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Land O' Lakes, FL

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

Drive Time

5h 2m

Distance

251.4 mi

405 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 49m ★
6 AM
5h 3m
8 AM
5h 30m
10 AM
5h 12m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 29m
8 PM
4h 55m

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 Land O' Lakes, FL, FL

Land O' Lakes, FL

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Trip Overview

This 251.4-mile drive from Coral Springs to Land O' Lakes in Florida is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in about 5 hours. With 89% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal one-day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $40, so budget accordingly for this relatively short, inter-Florida excursion. You'll primarily be navigating Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and I-4, offering a direct path through the state. This route is all about getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

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

125.7 miles from Coral Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 121.5 mi 2h 12m
FL 60 61.6 mi 1h 19m
I 4 16.9 mi 18m
I 75 11.1 mi 11m
Polk Parkway 9.9 mi 11m
Bartow Road 7 mi 9m
State Road 54 4.4 mi 6m
Sawgrass Expressway 3.7 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 121.5 mi, about 2h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Land O' Lakes, 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

122 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 193 Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
13

Keep slight right at fork

245 ft · 6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
14

Merge onto FL 60

62 mi · 1 hr 19 min · FL 60
Use the left lane.
15

Turn left onto US 98; FL 60

0.6 mi · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
16

Turn right onto US 98

0.6 mi · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
Use the right lane.
17

Continue on US 98

7.0 mi · 9 min · Bartow Road
Use the left lane.
18

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward FL 570 Toll West: Polk Parkway West Use the right lane.
19

Merge onto FL 570 Toll

9.9 mi · 11 min · Polk Parkway
Use the right lane.
20

Keep slight left at fork

1.1 mi · 2 min
Toward I 4 West: Tampa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Merge onto I 4

17 mi · 18 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 9 Toward I 75: Ocala, Naples Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight right at fork

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward I 75 North: Ocala Use the slight right lane.
24

Merge onto I 75

11 mi · 11 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

2.2 mi · 3 min
Exit 275 Toward FL 56: Land O Lakes, Tarpon Springs Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward FL 56 West Use the slight left lane.
27

Turn left onto FL 56

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Road 56
Use the left lane.
28

Continue on FL 54

4.4 mi · 6 min · State Road 54
Use the left / straight lanes.
29

Turn right onto US 41

1.9 mi · 3 min · Land O' Lakes Boulevard
30

Turn right onto Bell Lake Road

290 ft · 13 sec · Bell Lake Road
31

Turn left

207 ft · 15 sec
32

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour duration and 251.4-mile distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Aim for an early morning departure from Coral Springs to maximize your daylight hours and avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach the Tampa Bay area. You'll encounter just one recommended stop, but with the longest stretch being over 120 miles, plan for a brief break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $40 estimated cost suggests a steady consumption rate on the highways.

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 125.7 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.5 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 55 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 125.7 miles or 2h 22m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Land O' Lakes, 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 251.4 miles and 5h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 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 121.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Polk County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Eagle Lake, FL

126 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palm Bay, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 125.7 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 Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 121.5 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.

Top Restaurant

Empire Coffee & Deli

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 251.4

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+17276017816

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Socotra Yemeni Coffee & Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Temple Terrace, Florida

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.4

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18137907444

Visit website

The Muddy Root Kava Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1.5 mi

Babe Coffee Lounge

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Land O' Lakes, Florida

1 mi

Empire Coffee & Deli

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 251.4

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+17276017816

Visit website

Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 251.4

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18139498299

Visit website

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 251.4

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18139492428

Visit website

Bee Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 251.4

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18138096787

Visit website

Socotra Yemeni Coffee & Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.4

Temple Terrace, Florida

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18137907444

Visit website

The Muddy Root Kava Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.4

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+18132847491

Visit website

Babe Coffee Lounge

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 251.4

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18137232223

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.4

Temple Terrace, Florida

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+18132846137

Visit website

Latte Vino

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 251.4

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18133889452

Visit website

Lake Wales Latte Lounge Coffee and Bookshop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.6

Lake Wales, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+18632968827

Visit website

Lunar Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 233.4

Temple Terrace, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

Visit website

Felicitous (on 51st)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 233.4

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+18139812634

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 197.5

Bartow, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

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 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 18

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 53.9

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 53.9

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Stuart Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 71.8

Stuart, Florida

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+17722204600

Visit website

Cracker Country

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 233.4

Tampa, Florida

+18136274225

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 241.8 — 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
211.4 mi into trip | ~4h 12m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 4 West: Tampa

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 4 West: Tampa
8
229.3 mi into trip | ~4h 33m in

Take the exit toward I 75: Ocala, Naples

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 9 Toward I 75: Ocala, Naples
8
241.8 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Take the exit toward FL 56: Land O Lakes, Tarpon Springs

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 275 Toward FL 56: Land O Lakes, Tarpon Springs

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.02 one way

$80.03 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $43.53 $87.06
premium $4.72 $46.75 $93.49
diesel $5.61 $55.51 $111.01

Estimated Tolls: $8.81

Florida's Turnpike (121.5 mi) $8.51
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

$40

Tolls

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 88 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 75.4 0 $26.40 $12.07
Efficient EV 62.9 0 $22.00 $10.06
EV Truck/SUV 100.6 1 $35.20 $16.09

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% 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

9:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Land O' Lakes, FL

Morning in Land O' Lakes on Sunday

Local time

9:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Eagle Lake, FL

126 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

5h 2m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a largely highway-centric experience on this 5-hour trip, with 89% of the mileage dedicated to high-speed travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 121.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While the profile is highway-focused, the transition between Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and I-4 means you'll experience different highway environments. This route prioritizes getting you there efficiently rather than offering winding scenic byways.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 60. 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 27 significant decision points across 251.4 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 211.4 miles: 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.

On the drive from Coral Springs, FL to Land O' Lakes, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Naples along the way.

Naples

229.3 mi in | ~4h 33m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 2m. Total distance: 251.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 121.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.81 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 Land O' Lakes, 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 211.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Land O' Lakes, 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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