Coral Springs to Zephyrhills is 231.4 miles and takes about 4h 41m via Florida's Turnpike and FL 60, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, transitioning from the southern part of the state to the central region. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day excursion. You'll want to budget for tolls and be aware of potential traffic as you leave the South Florida metro area. Expect a relatively smooth ride with minimal complexity.
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
115.7 miles from Coral Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
121.5 mi
2h 12m
FL 60
61.6 mi
1h 19m
Paul S Buchman Highway
9.9 mi
12m
Polk Parkway
9.9 mi
11m
Bartow Road
7 mi
9m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.7 mi
4m
I 4
3 mi
3m
East Sam Allen Road
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 121.5 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs, FL and Zephyrhills, FL.
1
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
122 mi·2 hr 12 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 193Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
13
Keep slight right at fork
245 ft·6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto FL 60
62 mi·1 hr 19 min·FL 60
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60
0.6 mi·1 min·Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto US 98
0.6 mi·1 min·Broadway Avenue
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on US 98
7.0 mi·9 min·Bartow Road
Use the left lane.
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward FL 570 Toll West: Polk Parkway WestUse the right lane.
19
Merge onto FL 570 Toll
9.9 mi·11 min·Polk Parkway
Use the right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward I 4 West: TampaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 4
3.0 mi·3 min·I 4
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 22Toward Park RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Turn straight onto North Park Road
0.6 mi·56 sec·North Park Road
25
Turn left onto East Sam Allen Road
1.6 mi·2 min·East Sam Allen Road
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto FL 39
1.2 mi·1 min·Paul Buchman Highway
Use the right lane.
27
Turn right onto FL 39
1.2 mi·1 min·Alexander Street
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on FL 39
9.9 mi·12 min·Paul S Buchman Highway
29
Turn straight onto US 301
1.1 mi·2 min·Gall Boulevard
30
Turn right onto 5th Avenue
146 ft·2 sec·5th Avenue
31
Arrive at destination
5th Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour drive, consider leaving Coral Springs early in the morning to avoid the worst of South Florida's traffic. While the total duration is manageable for a single day, the longest stretch without a major break is over 120 miles on Florida's Turnpike. Plan for a fuel stop before you hit that long segment, as gas stations can be more spread out on the turnpike. The transition from Florida's Turnpike to FL 60 offers a good opportunity for a brief rest stop. Given the efficient highway travel, you'll have flexibility in timing your departure and any quick stops.
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 115.7 miles from Coral Springs, FL, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.5 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 51 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.7 miles or 2h 11m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Zephyrhills, 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 231.4 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 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 121.5 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 215.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
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
9
8.5 mi into trip|~13m in
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
7
211.4 mi into trip|~4h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 4 West: Tampa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
7
215.4 mi into trip|~4h 18m in
Take the exit toward Park Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 22
Toward Park Road
7
215.7 mi into trip|~4h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.21 one way
$74.41 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$40.59
$81.17
premium
$4.78
$43.57
$87.13
diesel
$6.28
$57.18
$114.35
Estimated Tolls: $8.81
Florida's Turnpike
(121.5 mi)$8.51
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
$37
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.4
0
$24.30
$11.11
Efficient EV
57.9
0
$20.25
$9.26
EV Truck/SUV
92.6
1
$32.40
$14.81
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Coral Springs, FL
Morning
in Coral Springs on Friday
Local time
11:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Sunny
NE 13 to 17 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 7:08AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Zephyrhills, FL
Morning
in Zephyrhills on Friday
Local time
11:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
NNE 14 to 18 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 7:08AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
64°F
Dundee, FL
116 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
4 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
4h 41m 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 predominantly highway driving, with 86% of the trip on major roads. You'll encounter a long stretch of 121.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike before transitioning to FL 60. As you move onto FL 60, the landscape will likely shift from the more developed areas around the turnpike to a more rural feel as you approach Zephyrhills. Keep an eye out for the denser exit patterns as you begin your highway journey.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 121.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 60. 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 Effort10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 231.4 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 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 41m. Total distance: 231.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 121.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.81 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 12 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 Zephyrhills, 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 12 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 8.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Zephyrhills, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
