Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bellview, FL

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

Drive Time

11h 53m

Distance

649.4 mi

1,045 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$98

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

11h 43m ★

6 AM

11h 53m

8 AM

12h 15m

10 AM

12h 1m

12 PM

11h 59m

3 PM

12h 2m

5 PM

12h 14m

8 PM

11h 47m

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

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city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Bellview, FL

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Trip Overview

Fort Lauderdale to Bellview is 649.4 miles and takes about 11h 53m via I 10 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $112 and an overnight recommendation. This trip takes you from South Florida to the Florida Panhandle, covering a significant portion of the state. Given the 11-hour drive time, it's best planned as a two-day excursion rather than a single push. Expect a mix of turnpike and interstate driving as you head north.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

3 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

324.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	283.4 mi	5h 3m
Florida's Turnpike	240.6 mi	4h 20m
I 75	106.9 mi	1h 54m
Northwest 9th Avenue	2.9 mi	5m
West Michigan Avenue	2.5 mi	4m
South Powerline Road	2.4 mi	4m
Powerline Road	1.1 mi	2m
Beverly Parkway	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 283.4 mi, about 5h 3m

Traffic on I-10

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 38 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

3 PM

~1,320 veh/hr typical · worst 1,837

Quietest

2 AM

~156 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

8.5×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL and Bellview, FL.

Start on SR 842

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Broward Boulevard

Turn right onto Northwest 9th Avenue

2.9 mi · 5 min · Northwest 9th Avenue

Continue on SR 845

1.1 mi · 2 min · Powerline Road

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on SR 845

2.4 mi · 4 min · South Powerline Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on SR 845

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Pompano Parkway

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto SR 814

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Atlantic Boulevard

Turn right onto Northwest 31st Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · Northwest 31st Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 16 sec · this road

Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando Use the straight / left lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

240 mi · 4 hr 20 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Florida's Turnpike

Toward I 75 North: Ocala Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Exit 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10

283 mi · 5 hr 3 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min

Exit 12 Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 110

0.4 mi · 29 sec · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Exit 5 Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Toward FL 296: Brent Lane Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto FL 296

0.9 mi · 1 min · Brent Lane

Continue on FL 296

1.1 mi · 2 min · Beverly Parkway

Use the left lane.

Continue on FL 296

2.5 mi · 4 min · West Michigan Avenue

Continue on CR 296

0.8 mi · 1 min · Saufley Field Road

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

CR 296

Trip Plan

For this 649.4-mile drive, splitting it over two days is highly recommended. Aim to leave early on your first day to cover about half the distance, perhaps stopping around the central Florida area. This pace allows for about 5-6 hours of driving each day, making it more manageable. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 283.4-mile stretch on I 10, as services can be further apart in some sections. The $112 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices before you depart.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 324.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, or about 5h 59m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 283.4 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 143 miles or 2h 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 324.7 miles or 5h 59m in

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

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 324.7 miles or 5h 59m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 10h 43m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fort Lauderdale, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fort Lauderdale, FL

Aim for roughly 325 miles and 5.9 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Bellview, FL

Aim for roughly 325 miles and 5.9 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 143 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 283.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Orlando, FL

214 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Popular next leg

Orlando, FL to Tallahassee, FL

255.9 mi · 4h 43m

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Tallahassee, FL

429 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Tallahassee, FL

Overnight Options

Night 1

Gainesville, FL

325 mi · about 5.9h in

A practical overnight split lands near Gainesville, FL after about 325 miles or 5.9 hours of driving.

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Pacing Suggestions

Palm Bay, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 143 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Gainesville, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 324.7 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 283.4 miles.

Overnight split

1.7 mi from 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 250.5 and 642.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

250.5 mi into trip | ~4h 39m in | Florida's Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 75 North: Ocala

357.7 mi into trip | ~6h 34m in

Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee

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 435 Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee

357.8 mi into trip | ~6h 34m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee

641.6 mi into trip | ~11h 39m in

Take the exit toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach

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 12 Toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach

642.9 mi into trip | ~11h 40m in

Take the exit toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent Lane

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 5 Toward FL 750, FL 296: Airport Boulevard, Brent...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$98.30 one way

$196.61 round trip

$3.85/gal 25.4 MPG avg 227 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.22	$107.87	$215.73
premium	$4.55	$116.33	$232.66
diesel	$4.80	$122.62	$245.24

Estimated Tolls: $16.83

Florida's Turnpike (240.4 mi) $16.83

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

$98

Tolls

$17

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$245–$355

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 227.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $68 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	194.8	2	$68.19	$31.17
Efficient EV	162.4	1	$56.82	$25.98
EV Truck/SUV	259.8	3	$90.92	$41.56

Gas CO2

227 kg

EV CO2

76 kg (67% less)

Plan for 2 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 16, 2026

Origin

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Night in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday

Local time

9:27 PM

EDT

Current temp

95°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

SE 8 mph 28% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:58PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

Bellview, FL

Evening in Bellview on Saturday

Local time

8:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

95°F

Sunny

NW 10 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 3:58PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

11h 53m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gulf Islands National Seashore

National Seashore

Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour $25 near mile 649.4

Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure

Caution: Road workers on Park Road in Davis Bayou

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a long-haul drive where 98% of the route is on major highways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 283.4 miles on I 10. The longest continuous highway segment is on I 10, indicating a consistent cruising experience for a substantial portion of the trip. Expect to see dense exits and frequent service areas along the turnpike and interstate sections.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 283.4 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 250.5 miles in near Florida's Turnpike.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 649.4 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 250.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 357.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 357.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

139 ft 2 ft

Total Climb

207 ft

Total Descent

132 ft

Highest Point

139 ft

~463.8 mi in

Elevation Range

137 ft

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 Fort Lauderdale, FL to Bellview, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.

Tallahassee

357.7 mi in | ~6h 34m

About the Cities

Starting in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1911

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).

Top landmarks

• Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale — art museum in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
• Bryan Building — building in Florida, United States
• North Woodlawn Cemetery — cemetery in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Arriving in Bellview, FL

Full guide →

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 283.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 325 miles on day one.

Expect about $16.83 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 61 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 Bellview, 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 3 meaningful breaks. There are 61 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 11.9 hours each way, a round trip means 23.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bellview, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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