Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Morning in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
10:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Miami Gardens, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
27.5 mi
44 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 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
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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Miami Gardens, FL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 27.5-mile drive from Coral Springs, FL to Miami Gardens, FL takes about 41 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at just $4, it's an economical option. The route primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike, North University Drive, and West Commercial Boulevard, offering a mixed driving experience. Given its short duration and minimal stops (zero recommended), this trip is ideal for a quick commute or an easy addition to a longer Florida itinerary. You'll be staying within the state of Florida for this entire journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 15.8 mi | 18m |
| North University Drive | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| West Commercial Boulevard | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Coral Springs Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Ramblewood Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 27th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 199th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Sample Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 15.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Miami Gardens, FL.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
47 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Sample Road
3
Turn right onto Coral Springs Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Coral Springs Drive
4
Turn left onto Ramblewood Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Ramblewood Drive
5
Turn right onto SR 817
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
North University Drive
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 870
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Commercial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
11
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 199th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto SR 817
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 27th Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right
42 ft
·
3 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 25.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
SR 817 / North University Drive
Turn right onto SR 817 / North University Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
8.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
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.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
5
9.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
25 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
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 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadiu...
5
25.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Northwest 199th Street
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.38 one way
$8.75 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $4.76 | $9.52 |
| premium | $4.72 | $5.11 | $10.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.11
Florida's Turnpike
(15.8 mi)
$1.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.89 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Miami Gardens, FL
Morning in Miami Gardens on Sunday
Local time
10:32 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
41m 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 varied drive on this route, with 58% of it being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike, which allows for consistent speed. The profile is described as a 'Mixed drive,' suggesting you'll transition between faster highway segments and potentially more signal-heavy or varied road conditions on North University Drive and West Commercial Boulevard. This blend means you'll experience different driving paces as you progress toward your destination.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.8 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near SR 817 / North University Drive.
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 27.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.7 miles (SR 817 / North University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Between Coral Springs, FL and Miami Gardens, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami and Hard Rock Stadium.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
8.6 mi in
|
~17m
Miami
8.6 mi in
|
~17m
Hard Rock Stadium
25 mi in
|
~37m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 27.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.11 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.
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 Miami Gardens, 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 2.7 miles (SR 817 / North University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Miami Gardens, 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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