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Trip from Egypt Lake-Leto, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

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

Drive Time

5h 2m

Distance

249 mi

401 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 49m ★
6 AM
5h 3m
8 AM
5h 30m
10 AM
5h 12m
12 PM
5h 10m
3 PM
5h 14m
5 PM
5h 28m
8 PM
4h 55m

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

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Downtown Egypt Lake-Leto, FL, FL

Egypt Lake-Leto, FL

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city ​​in Broward County, Florida, United States

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Trip Overview

This 249-mile journey from Egypt Lake-Leto to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, can comfortably be completed in about 5 hours, making it an ideal one-day road trip. The route relies heavily on highways, with 89% of the drive on high-speed roads, primarily Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and I-4. With an estimated fuel cost of $40, this is an economical option for a quick getaway or transition between points in Florida. You'll experience a largely highway-focused drive with minimal need for overnight stays. Plan for one planned stop to break up the travel time.

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

124.5 miles from Egypt Lake-Leto, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 125.3 mi 2h 15m
FL 60 61.7 mi 1h 19m
I 4 18.6 mi 19m
Polk Parkway 9.4 mi 10m
West Hillsborough Avenue 8.2 mi 14m
I 95 7.2 mi 8m
Bartow Road 6.9 mi 9m
West Broward Boulevard 1.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 125.3 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Egypt Lake-Leto, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.

1

Start on North Church Avenue

437 ft · 24 sec · North Church Avenue
2

Turn left onto West Broad Street

465 ft · 18 sec · West Broad Street
3

Turn right onto FL 580

1.2 mi · 2 min · North Dale Mabry Highway
4

Turn slight right onto FL 580

0.2 mi · 17 sec · FL 580
5

Keep slight left at fork

142 ft · 5 sec
Use the left lane.
6

Turn left onto FL 580

0.3 mi · 40 sec · West Hillsborough Avenue
Use the left lane.
7

Continue on US 92

7.8 mi · 14 min · West Hillsborough Avenue
Use the left lane.
8

Continue on US 92

1.5 mi · 2 min · Hillsborough Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
10

Merge onto I 4

19 mi · 19 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Exit 27 Toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on FL 570 Toll

9.4 mi · 10 min · Polk Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Exit 10 Toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Turn right onto US 98

6.9 mi · 9 min · Bartow Road
Use the right lane.
15

Continue on US 98

0.6 mi · 1 min · Broadway Avenue
16

Turn left onto US 98; FL 60

0.5 mi · 1 min · Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
17

Continue on FL 60

0.3 mi · 26 sec · FL 60
18

Continue on FL 60

11 mi · 13 min · FL 60
Use the straight lane.
19

Continue on FL 60

4.3 mi · 5 min · FL 60
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on FL 60

46 mi · 59 min · FL 60
Use the left lane.
21

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Use the left lane.
22

Continue on this road

295 ft · 7 sec · this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

125 mi · 2 hr 15 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
26

Keep slight left at fork

251 ft · 15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
27

Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
28

Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Northwest 16th Avenue
29

Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Andrews Avenue
30

Turn left onto SR 814

497 ft · 16 sec · West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
31

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
32

Merge onto I 95

7.2 mi · 8 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 27 Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Turn left onto SR 842

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Broward Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
35

Continue on SR 842

0.2 mi · 35 sec · East Broward Boulevard
Use the left lane.
36

Arrive at destination

SR 842

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour duration, starting your drive from Egypt Lake-Leto early in the morning is recommended to maximize your day in Fort Lauderdale. The longest stretch of highway is over 125 miles, so consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the route data suggests only one stop is planned. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $40 for the 249 miles, and it's always wise to top up before embarking on a long highway segment. This drive is straightforward, but staying aware of your surroundings on the busy Florida Turnpike is key.

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 124.5 miles from Egypt Lake-Leto, FL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.3 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 55 miles or 1h 13m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 124.5 miles or 2h 40m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Egypt Lake-Leto, 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 Egypt Lake-Leto, FL

This is one driving day of about 249 miles and 5h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Egypt Lake-Leto, 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 125.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Polk County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Eagle Lake, FL

125 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.

Popular next leg

Eagle Lake, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

199.1 mi · 3h 57m

Pacing Suggestions

Eagle Lake, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palm Bay, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 124.5 miles from Egypt Lake-Leto, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.3 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

CoffeeMe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+18139308082

Visit website

Concord Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lakeland, Florida

2.7 mi

CoffeeMe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+18139308082

Visit website

Concord Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 35.6

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

Visit website

Black & Brew

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 35.6

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18635009500

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - Heights

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18138436588

Visit website

Pressed Books & Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 35.6

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+18636033166

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 106.7

Okeechobee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

West Palm Beach Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Fort Drum Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

I-4 Eastbound weighing station

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

I-4 Westbound weighing station

0.2 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.3 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

0.3 mi from route

TA

0.3 mi from route

40392

0.8 mi from route

40391

1 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

1.5 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

1.6 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

1.7 mi from route

Pompano Service Plaza

1.7 mi from route

Joseph C. Carter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 249

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19548285411

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 160.1

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

Epps Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18132745161

Visit website

Wreck It Ft Laudy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 249

Oakland Park, Florida

Bonnet Springs Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 35.6

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7:30 pm

+18637327000

Visit website

Dinosaur World

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 17.8

Plant City, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18137179865

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 30.3 and 246.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
30.3 mi into trip | ~40m in

Take the exit toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven

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 27 Toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven
8
40.2 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the exit toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow

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 10 Toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
8
110.6 mi into trip | ~2h 25m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
8
236 mi into trip | ~4h 41m in

Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard

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 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
8
246.6 mi into trip | ~4h 57m in

Take the exit toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown

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 27 Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.63 one way

$79.27 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 87 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $43.11 $86.23
premium $4.72 $46.30 $92.60
diesel $5.61 $54.98 $109.95

Estimated Tolls: $8.77

Florida's Turnpike (125.3 mi) $8.77

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

$40

Tolls

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 87.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

1 DC fast chargers · Coverage: sparse

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Okeechobee, Florida

Other

1 DCFC

Other: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 74.7 0 $26.15 $11.95
Efficient EV 62.3 0 $21.79 $9.96
EV Truck/SUV 99.6 1 $34.86 $15.94

Gas CO2

87 kg

EV CO2

29 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 Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Egypt Lake-Leto, FL

Morning in Egypt Lake-Leto on Sunday

Local time

9:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Morning in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday

Local time

9:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Eagle Lake, FL

125 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

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

5h 2m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 249-mile trip. With 89% of the route on major highways, you'll spend most of your time on fast-paced roads like Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and I-4. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 125.3 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a solid period of steady driving. While not a winding scenic byway, this route is designed for efficient travel across Florida.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 125.3 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 FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 24 significant decision points across 249 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 30.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Egypt Lake-Leto, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs point toward Winter Haven, Bartow and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.

Winter Haven

30.3 mi in | ~40m

Bartow

40.2 mi in | ~52m

Florida's Turnpike South: Miami

110.6 mi in | ~2h 25m

About the Cities

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full guide →

Fort Lauderdale is a coastal city on the Atlantic Ocean in the US state of Florida. It is known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive canal system. Situated in Broward County in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area, the city's population is over 180,000 (2021). The city is most famous for its beaches and boats, and while the city of Fort Lauderdale is relatively small in area, the term 'Fort Lauderdale' is often used to refer to the larger metropolis that has grown up around it. It is the county seat for Broward county, and is part of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metropolitan area, which has over 6.1 million people (2019).

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 2m. Total distance: 249 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 125.3 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.77 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 Fort Lauderdale, 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 30.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fort Lauderdale, FL before the return drive.

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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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