Traveling from DeBary to Coral Springs covers 232.2 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 26 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting roughly $38 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. While the trip keeps you within the state of Florida, the route requires navigating a series of local roads rather than relying solely on major interstates. It serves as a straightforward day trip, provided you are prepared for a turn-heavy driving experience throughout the journey.
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
114.2 miles from DeBary, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
187.1 mi
3h 21m
I 4
25.9 mi
32m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.8 mi
4m
Charles Richard Beall Boulevard
3 mi
4m
North University Drive
1.1 mi
2m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
Wiles Road
1 mi
1m
C.R. Beall Boulevard
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 187.1 mi, about 3h 21m
Traffic on I-4
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 30 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,425 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~489 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 50 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeBary, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
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Start on US 17; US 92
3.0 mi·4 min·Charles Richard Beall Boulevard
2
Continue on US 17; US 92
0.6 mi·56 sec·C.R. Beall Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 West
4
Merge onto I 4
8.8 mi·10 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
10 mi·13 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 84BToward Ivanhoe BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
7
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·1 min·this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
8
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·34 sec·this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
9
Merge onto I 4
6.7 mi·8 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 77Toward Miami, OcalaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·15 sec·this road
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
187 mi·3 hr 21 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 71Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
16
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.8 mi·4 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 15Toward SR 817: University DriveUse the straight / right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft·12 sec
Toward Coral SpringsUse the left lane.
19
Continue on North University Drive
1.1 mi·2 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Wiles Road
21
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Coral Springs Drive
22
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·West Sample Road
23
Turn left
0.1 mi·45 sec
24
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 232.2-mile trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the local driving segments. Leaving early in the day is your best bet to avoid potential congestion on the turn-heavy portions of the route. Keep in mind that with zero highway share, your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns, so factor in a little extra time for the 3 hour and 26 minute duration. Since your fuel cost is estimated at $38, fueling up before you depart DeBary ensures you won't need to hunt for a station mid-trip. Use your single planned stop to stretch your legs, as the constant steering required by these local roads can be more tiring than a straight interstate run.
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 114.2 miles from DeBary, FL, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.1 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 50 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.2 miles or 2h 12m 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 31m
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 DeBary, 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 DeBary, FL
This is one driving day of about 228.4 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from DeBary, 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 187.1 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 23.3 and 224.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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23.3 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 84B
Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
8
31 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward Miami, Ocala
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 77
Toward Miami, Ocala
8
31.8 mi into trip|~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
8
219.4 mi into trip|~4h 5m 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
224.5 mi into trip|~4h 12m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.57 one way
$69.15 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$37.94
$75.88
premium
$4.55
$40.91
$81.83
diesel
$4.80
$43.13
$86.25
Estimated Tolls: $13.41
Florida's Turnpike
(187.1 mi)$13.10
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
$35
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.5
0
$23.98
$10.96
Efficient EV
57.1
0
$19.99
$9.14
EV Truck/SUV
91.4
1
$31.98
$14.62
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% 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
DeBary, FL
Night
in DeBary on Monday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph27% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Night
in Coral Springs on Monday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 3 to 10 mph26% chanceLive 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
3 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 20m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that differs significantly from a standard interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, your focus will be on navigating local roads, including Ivanhoe Boulevard and segments of I-4 West. Because there is no single longest stretch of uninterrupted highway, you should stay alert as the road configuration changes frequently. This is an active driving route that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous, high-speed grind. You will find that the personality of this drive is defined by its constant transitions rather than long, open-road segments.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 187.1 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 I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.3 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 17 significant decision points across 228.4 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 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
98 ft11 ft
Total Climb
49 ft
Total Descent
111 ft
Highest Point
98 ft
~32.6 mi in
Elevation Range
88 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between DeBary, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Miami, Ocala and Florida's Turnpike South.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 228.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m 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 187.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.41 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 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
