Davenport to Coral Springs is 203.8 miles and takes about 3h 56m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, taking you from the central part of the state down toward the South Florida metropolitan area. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. With 95% of the drive on highways, you can expect efficient travel time, ideal for those looking to get to their destination without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
101.9 miles from Davenport, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
172.2 mi
3h 5m
US 17
17.1 mi
26m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.8 mi
4m
Bronson Highway
2.6 mi
4m
North University Drive
1.1 mi
2m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
Wiles Road
1 mi
1m
Oak Street
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 172.2 mi, about 3h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on US 17; US 92
17 mi·26 min·US 17; US 92
Use the left lane.
2
Turn right onto Emmett Street
0.5 mi·54 sec·Emmett Street
3
Continue on Broadway Avenue
0.3 mi·40 sec·Broadway Avenue
4
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi·43 sec·Main Street
5
Turn right onto Oak Street
0.9 mi·1 min·Oak Street
6
Turn right onto US 192; US 441
0.3 mi·32 sec·East Vine Street
7
Continue on US 192; US 441
2.6 mi·4 min·Bronson Highway
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: MiamiUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
172 mi·3 hr 5 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 71Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
13
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.8 mi·4 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 15Toward SR 817: University DriveUse the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft·12 sec
Toward Coral SpringsUse the left lane.
16
Continue on North University Drive
1.1 mi·2 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Wiles Road
18
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Coral Springs Drive
19
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·West Sample Road
20
Turn left
0.1 mi·45 sec
21
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 56m duration, this is a comfortable one-day trip, so there's no need to rush. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach Coral Springs well before evening. The longest stretch without a major exit is 172.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so plan your fuel stops accordingly. While the fuel cost is estimated at $32, it's always wise to have a bit extra. Keep an eye out for potential tolls on Florida's Turnpike and the Sawgrass Expressway, as they are common on these routes.
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 101.9 miles from Davenport, FL, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.2 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 45 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.9 miles or 2h 1m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coral Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Davenport, 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 Davenport, FL
This is one driving day of about 203.8 miles and 3h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Davenport, 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 172.2 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 22.1 and 200.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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22.1 mi into trip|~34m in
Take the exit toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
7
22.3 mi into trip|~35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
8
194.9 mi into trip|~3h 41m in
Take the exit toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass Expressway
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 71
Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgra...
7
199.9 mi into trip|~3h 48m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 15
Toward SR 817: University Drive
7
200.3 mi into trip|~3h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Coral Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Coral Springs
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.44 one way
$64.88 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$35.29
$70.58
premium
$4.72
$37.90
$75.79
diesel
$5.61
$45.00
$89.99
Estimated Tolls: $12.36
Florida's Turnpike
(172.2 mi)$12.05
Sawgrass Expressway
(3.8 mi)$0.31
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
$32
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.1
0
$21.40
$9.78
Efficient EV
51
0
$17.83
$8.15
EV Truck/SUV
81.5
1
$28.53
$13.04
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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
Davenport, FL
Morning
in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Morning
in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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
3h 56m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey utilizing major roadways like Florida's Turnpike and the Sawgrass Expressway. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving, with the longest segment measuring 172.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. Expect consistent speeds and a focus on covering ground efficiently. While primarily highway, there might be brief transitions as you enter and exit the main thoroughfares, but the overall character is one of smooth, high-speed travel.
95% 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: 172.2 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 US 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.1 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 15 significant decision points across 203.8 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 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 194.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Davenport, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.
Ocala
22.1 mi in|~34m
Miami
22.1 mi in|~34m
Florida's Turnpike Toll
22.1 mi in|~34m
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
22.3 mi in|~35m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 56m. Total distance: 203.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 172.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $12.36 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Coral 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 194.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
