Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Morning in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coral Springs, FL to Palm Springs, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
44m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
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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Palm Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Coral Springs and Palm Springs, Florida, is a swift 34.3-mile journey that typically takes about 44 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple day trip, allowing you to complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via I-75 and the Sawgrass Expressway, utilizing express lanes to maintain a steady pace. Budgeting approximately $6 for fuel is sufficient for this quick transit. This highway-focused route is straightforward and efficient, making it a practical choice for commuters or those needing to move between these two Florida locations quickly.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 12.1 mi | 13m |
| Express Lanes | 3 mi | 3m |
| West Sample Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West 68th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West 12th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West 56th Place | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 12.2 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Palm Springs, 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
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 75
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto Express Lanes
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Express Lanes
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Northwest 138th Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 75
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward SR 826 South
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto SR 826
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Palmetto Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward Northwest 122nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto West 68th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 68th Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto West 12th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 12th Avenue
16
Turn left onto West 56th Place
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 56th Place
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West 8th Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
West 8th Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 30.5 — 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
6
16 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
23.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward Express Lanes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Express Lanes
6
26.7 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 138th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Northwest 138th Street
7
30.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward SR 826 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward SR 826 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.46 one way
$10.92 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.97
Sawgrass Expressway
(12.1 mi)
$0.97
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$1
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Palm Springs, FL
Morning in Palm Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
44m 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 high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 72% of this trip is spent on major thoroughfares. The road maintains a fast pace throughout, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 12.2 miles on I-75. You won’t encounter any mandatory stops, allowing for a seamless transition between the two cities. The personality of this drive is functional and direct, prioritizing speed over scenic detours. You should be prepared for a consistent interstate grind that keeps you focused on the road ahead rather than local sightseeing.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.2 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway. 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
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 34.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Palm Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Express Lanes along the way.
Express Lanes
23.3 mi in
|
~28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.97 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 Palm Springs, 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 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Palm Springs, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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