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Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Marco, FL

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

Drive Time

2h 18m

Distance

113.9 mi

183 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 9m ★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 23m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m

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 Marco, FL, FL

Marco, FL

Manuel Gamboa

Trip Overview

This 113.9-mile drive from Coral Springs, FL to Marco, FL is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes. The route is predominantly highway, with 82% of the journey on major roads like I-75 and Collier Boulevard. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this is an economical option for a day trip. You'll be spending most of your time on I-75, so expect a direct and efficient transit between these two Florida locations. Since it's a relatively short and focused drive, it's ideal for a spontaneous getaway or a planned day excursion.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

57 miles from Coral Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 82.7 mi 1h 28m
Collier Boulevard 14.6 mi 23m
Sawgrass Expressway 10.9 mi 12m
West Sample Road 1.7 mi 3m
North Barfield Drive 1 mi 2m
Bald Eagle Drive 0.9 mi 2m
I 595 0.1 mi <1m
Palm Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 82.7 mi, about 1h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Marco, 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

83 mi · 1 hr 28 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Exit 101 Toward CR 951: Naples, Marco Island
9

Keep slight left at fork

319 ft · 9 sec
Toward CR 951 South: Naples, Marco Island
10

Turn left onto SR 951

15 mi · 23 min · Collier Boulevard
Use the left lane.
11

Turn right onto North Barfield Drive

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Barfield Drive
12

At end of road, turn right onto Bald Eagle Drive

0.9 mi · 2 min · Bald Eagle Drive
13

Turn left onto Palm Street

167 ft · 7 sec · Palm Street
14

Arrive at destination

Palm Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour and 18-minute duration for this 113.9-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination in Marco, or a mid-morning start to avoid rush hour around Coral Springs. With a fuel cost around $18, keeping your tank topped up is easy and affordable. The substantial 82.7-mile stretch on I-75 means you can settle in for a long period of steady driving, so ensure you're comfortable and have any necessary snacks or drinks. Rest stops are minimal, so plan your breaks strategically before you feel the need.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.7 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 25 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 57 miles or 1h 6m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marco, 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 113.9 miles and 2h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Coral Springs, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 82.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Collier County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Naples, FL

57 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

Weston, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Immokalee, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57 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 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.7 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

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 32.6

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13058490135

Visit website

Volunteer Park Community Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 8.1

Plantation, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+19544522558

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 97.4 — 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
6
97 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward CR 951: Naples, Marco Island

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

Exit 101 Toward CR 951: Naples, Marco Island
6
97.4 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward CR 951 South: Naples, Marco Island

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward CR 951 South: Naples, Marco Island

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.13 one way

$36.26 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $19.72 $39.44
premium $4.72 $21.18 $42.36
diesel $5.61 $25.15 $50.30

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

$18

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 39.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.2 0 $11.96 $5.47
Efficient EV 28.5 0 $9.97 $4.56
EV Truck/SUV 45.6 0 $15.95 $7.29

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (68% 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

Afternoon in Coral Springs on Sunday

Local time

3:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Marco, FL

Afternoon in Marco on Sunday

Local time

3:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

77°F

Naples, FL

57 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

1 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

2h 18m 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 for the majority of this 113.9-mile journey. With 82% of the route on major highways, including I-75 and Collier Boulevard, the pace is generally fast. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is an impressive 82.7 miles on I-75, offering a consistent cruising experience. While the primary roads are efficient, the landscape outside your window will transition as you move from the South Florida urban fringe towards the Southwest Florida coast. This drive prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently rather than offering varied road types.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 82.7 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Collier Boulevard. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 113.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

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 Marco, FL, road signs point toward Naples, Cr 951: Naples, Marco Island and Cr 951 South: Naples.

Naples

13.2 mi in | ~17m

Cr 951: Naples

97 mi in | ~1h 48m

Marco Island

97 mi in | ~1h 48m

Cr 951 South: Naples

97.4 mi in | ~1h 49m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 113.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 82.7 miles on I 75. 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.

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 Marco, 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. 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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Marco, 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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