Coral Springs to Wekiwa Springs is 217.6 miles and takes about 4h 8m via Florida's Turnpike and I-4, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, connecting two distinct regions. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward drive. Given the relatively short duration and highway focus, it's an ideal one-day excursion if you're looking for efficiency.
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
108.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
187.4 mi
3h 23m
I 4
16.7 mi
20m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.7 mi
4m
Wekiva Springs Road
1.9 mi
3m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
North University Drive
1 mi
2m
Wiles Road
1 mi
1m
FL 434
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 187.4 mi, about 3h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Wekiwa Springs, FL.
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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: OrlandoUse 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-BToward Florida's TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21BToward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, OrlandoUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
187 mi·3 hr 23 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 259Toward I 4: Orlando, TampaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
14
Merge onto I 4
17 mi·20 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 94Toward FL 434: Longwood, Winter SpringsUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto FL 434
0.9 mi·1 min·FL 434
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Wekiva Springs Road
1.9 mi·3 min·Wekiva Springs Road
18
Turn left onto Sweetwater Boulevard South
0.4 mi·1 min·Sweetwater Boulevard South
19
Turn left onto Green Lake Drive
458 ft·22 sec·Green Lake Drive
20
At end of road, turn right onto Blue Lake Drive
371 ft·21 sec·Blue Lake Drive
21
Turn left onto Green Lake Circle
0.1 mi·23 sec·Green Lake Circle
22
Arrive at destination
Green Lake Circle
Trip Plan
Leaving early from Coral Springs is your best bet to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With a drive time under five hours, you can comfortably complete this trip in a single day. Consider a brief stop around the halfway mark, perhaps near the Orlando area, though the longest stretch of 187.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike means you could push through if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $35 estimate is based on current prices and highway speeds; plan your refueling accordingly before hitting the longer highway segments.
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 108.8 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.4 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 48 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.8 miles or 2h 3m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wekiwa Springs, 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 217.6 miles and 4h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 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 187.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 213.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
6
8.2 mi into trip|~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Soutwest 10th Street, Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
8
196.5 mi into trip|~3h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
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 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
8
213.9 mi into trip|~3h 59m in
Take the exit toward FL 434: Longwood, Winter 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 94
Toward FL 434: Longwood, Winter Springs
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.94 one way
$65.88 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.14
$72.29
premium
$4.55
$38.98
$77.96
diesel
$4.80
$41.09
$82.17
Estimated Tolls: $13.42
Florida's Turnpike
(187.4 mi)$13.12
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
$33
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.3
0
$22.85
$10.44
Efficient EV
54.4
0
$19.04
$8.70
EV Truck/SUV
87
1
$30.46
$13.93
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Morning
in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SE 10 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:43PM CDT until July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:37PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Wekiwa Springs, FL
Morning
in Wekiwa Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:43PM CDT until July 18 at 5:45PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:37PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
3 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
4h 8m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway drive, with 96% of the mileage on major roads like Florida's Turnpike and I-4. You'll experience a long stretch of 187.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike, which means a lot of consistent cruising with frequent exits. Expect to encounter dense exit traffic as you approach urban areas, particularly around Orlando.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 187.4 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 4. 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 Effort9/10
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 19 significant decision points across 217.6 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 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
125 ft11 ft
Total Climb
136 ft
Total Descent
98 ft
Highest Point
125 ft
~202 mi in
Elevation Range
115 ft
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 Wekiwa Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tampa along the way.
Tampa
196.5 mi in|~3h 38m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 8m. Total distance: 217.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 187.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.42 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.
Yes — we found about 13 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Wekiwa Springs, 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Wekiwa Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
