Origin
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Night in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Hallandale Beach, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
12.5 mi
20 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Hallandale Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 12.5-mile drive from Fort Lauderdale to Hallandale Beach in Florida is a breeze, taking about 18 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, so no overnight stays are necessary. The route primarily utilizes I-95 and local roads like East Broward Boulevard and West Hallandale Beach Boulevard, with about 64% of the journey on highways. Expect a budget of around $2 for fuel for this short hop. The overall feel is a practical, efficient transit between two points within the same region, making it ideal for a quick relocation or a short excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| East Broward Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West Hallandale Beach Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| South Dixie Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 8.1 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Hallandale Beach, FL.
1
Start on SR 842
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Broward Boulevard
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the slight left lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 18
Toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 858
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hallandale Beach Boulevard
7
Turn right onto South Dixie Highway
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Dixie Highway
8
Arrive at destination
South Dixie Highway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 12.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
10.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18
Toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard
4
12.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
South Dixie Highway
Turn right onto South Dixie Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.99 one way
$3.98 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.16 | $4.33 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.32 | $4.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Destination
Hallandale Beach, FL
Night in Hallandale Beach on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
18m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is largely highway-focused, with 64% of the 12.5 miles on I-95. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 8.1 miles on the interstate, providing a consistent pace. The transition from highway to local roads like East Broward Boulevard and West Hallandale Beach Boulevard will introduce more traffic signals and potential slowdowns as you approach your destination. While not a scenic tour, it offers a direct and functional progression, prioritizing speed and efficiency over picturesque views.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and East Broward Boulevard. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.5 miles you will encounter 5 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Discover Along the Route
Interesting stops within a short detour of your drive.
Starbucks
Cafe
Later in the drive, right off the route
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 9.7
Hollywood, FL
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Later in the drive, right off the route
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 8.4
Hollywood, FL
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteTooJay's Gourmet Deli
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 12.5
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-21:00
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Near the end, short detour
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 12.5
Hallandale Beach, FL
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Su 05:30-22:30
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
mile 5.6
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Around the midpoint, short detour
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
mile 5.6
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Visit websiteDenny's
Restaurant
Near the end, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
mile 11.1
Hallandale Beach, FL
Cuisine: american
Hours: 24/7
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 7
Dania Beach, FL
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-21:30; Su 09:00-20:00
Visit websiteDunkin'
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 7
Hollywood, FL
Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 05:30-19:00; Sa-Su 06:00-15:00
Visit websiteChipotle
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 7
Dania Beach, FL
Cuisine: mexican
Visit websiteThe Katherine
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: american
Hours: Tu-Th 17:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 17:00-22:00; Su...
Visit websiteDoc B's Fresh Kitchen
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: american
Hours: Mo-Fr 11:00-22:00; Sa 11:00-23:00; Su 11...
Visit websiteFort Lauderdale Airboat Rides
Attraction
Around the midpoint, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 5.6
Las Olas Boulevard
Attraction
Near the start, right off the route
0.2 mi from route
Bateau
Attraction
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Boggs Field
Park
Later in the drive, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
mile 8.4
Lincoln Field
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 8.4
Dowdy Field
Park
Later in the drive, short detour
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 8.4
Historic Stranahan House Museum
Museum
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Visit websiteIGFA Hall of Fame Museum
Museum
Around the midpoint, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
mile 5.6
Cellomania
Artwork
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Graves Museum of Archaeology and Natural History
Museum
Around the midpoint, short detour
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
mile 7
Dania Beach, FL
Anhinga Indian Museum
Museum
Around the midpoint, short detour
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
mile 7
FL
Turnberry Isle Miami
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
mile 12.5
Aventura, FL
Visit websiteTurnberry Isle Miami
Hotel
Near the end, short detour
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
mile 12.5
FL
Landmark Inn
Motel
Near the start, short detour
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Mary's Guest House
Guest_house
Near the start, short detour
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
River Inn on the Water Fort Lauderdale
Hotel
Near the start, short detour
1.9 mi from route
~5 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting 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 18m. Total distance: 12.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hallandale Beach, FL before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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