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Trip from Coral Springs, FL to West Little River, FL

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

Drive Time

49m

Distance

38.7 mi

62 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 46m ★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Coral Springs, FL

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Downtown West Little River, FL, FL

West Little River, FL

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Trip Overview

Coral Springs to West Little River is 38.7 miles and takes about 49 minutes via I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within Florida. You'll primarily be on major expressways, making it a quick and efficient journey. With no planned stops and a short duration, this route is ideal for a quick transit or connecting to other travel plans. Consider it a functional drive for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 12.5 mi 13m
Sawgrass Expressway 12.1 mi 13m
Gratigny Parkway 5 mi 6m
Express Lanes 3 mi 3m
West Sample Road 1.7 mi 3m
Northwest 27th Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
Northwest 119th Street 0.8 mi 1m
Northwest 95th Street 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 12.5 mi, about 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and West Little River, 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

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on SR 924 Toll

5.0 mi · 6 min · Gratigny Parkway
12

Continue on SR 924

0.8 mi · 1 min · Northwest 119th Street
Use the left lane.
13

Turn right onto SR 9

1.5 mi · 2 min · Northwest 27th Avenue
Use the right lane.
14

Turn left onto Northwest 95th Street

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Northwest 95th Street
Use the left lane.
15

Turn right onto Northwest 23rd Avenue

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Northwest 23rd Avenue
16

Turn right onto Northwest 91st Street

334 ft · 14 sec · Northwest 91st Street
17

Arrive at destination

Northwest 91st Street

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Sunshine Ranches, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sunshine Ranches, FL

19 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

Pinewood, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sunshine Ranches, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Coral Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 38 — 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
6
38 mi into trip | ~48m in | Northwest 95th Street

Turn left onto Northwest 95th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.16 one way

$12.32 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $6.70 $13.40
premium $4.72 $7.20 $14.39
diesel $5.61 $8.54 $17.09

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

$6

Tolls

$1

Total

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.6 0 $4.06 $1.86
Efficient EV 9.7 0 $3.39 $1.55
EV Truck/SUV 15.5 0 $5.42 $2.48

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (64% 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

Late night in Coral Springs on Sunday

Local time

4:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

West Little River, FL

Late night in West Little River on Sunday

Local time

4:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Sunshine Ranches, FL

19 mi in

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 warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

49m 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?

This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 76% of your journey on major roads like I 75 and the Sawgrass Expressway. You'll encounter stretches of fast-paced driving, including a notable 12.5-mile segment on I 75 without interruption. The Gratigny Parkway also contributes to the expressway feel. Expect a consistent driving experience dominated by these high-speed corridors. The character is less about scenic views and more about efficient travel on well-maintained, high-volume roadways.

76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.5 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 9/10

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 13 decision points packed into just 38.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.

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.

On the drive from Coral Springs, FL to West Little River, 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 49m. Total distance: 38.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 12.5 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 West Little River, 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 West Little River, 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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