Holly Hill to Coral Springs is 232.1 miles and takes about 4 hours 22 minutes via I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within Florida, moving from the Florida region to the Florida region. With 95% highway driving, expect a straightforward trip focused on covering distance efficiently. It's a solid choice for a single-day drive if you're looking to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
116.1 miles from Holly Hill, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
135.6 mi
2h 25m
Florida's Turnpike
80.7 mi
1h 27m
LPGA Boulevard
4.2 mi
7m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.8 mi
4m
North University Drive
1.1 mi
2m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
Wiles Road
1 mi
1m
Okeechobee Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 135.6 mi, about 2h 25m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 94 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,092 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,829
Quietest
2 AM
~229 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Holly Hill, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on 10th Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·10th Street
2
Turn right onto US 1
0.3 mi·39 sec·North Ridgewood Avenue
3
Turn left onto LPGA Boulevard
4.2 mi·7 min·LPGA Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 South: MiamiUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
136 mi·2 hr 25 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
11
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
81 mi·1 hr 27 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 71Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
14
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.8 mi·4 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 15Toward SR 817: University DriveUse the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft·12 sec
Toward Coral SpringsUse the left lane.
17
Continue on North University Drive
1.1 mi·2 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Wiles Road
19
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Coral Springs Drive
20
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·West Sample Road
21
Turn left
0.1 mi·45 sec
22
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 22-minute duration, leaving Holly Hill in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive in Coral Springs with plenty of daylight. Plan for one stop to break up the 135.6-mile stretch on I 95; this will help you stay refreshed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially since the estimated cost is $36, and fill up before you hit longer stretches. The flexibility of a single-day drive means you can adjust your departure time slightly based on traffic.
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 116.1 miles from Holly Hill, FL, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135.6 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 51 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.1 miles or 2h 9m 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 Holly Hill, 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 Holly Hill, FL
This is one driving day of about 232.1 miles and 4h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Holly Hill, 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 I 95 for about 135.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 140.7 and 228.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
140.7 mi into trip|~2h 35m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
7
141.2 mi into trip|~2h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
8
142 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
223.2 mi into trip|~4h 7m 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
228.3 mi into trip|~4h 14m 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
$35.13 one way
$70.27 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$38.55
$77.10
premium
$4.55
$41.58
$83.15
diesel
$4.80
$43.82
$87.65
Estimated Tolls: $5.96
Florida's Turnpike
(80.7 mi)$5.65
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
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.6
0
$24.37
$11.14
Efficient EV
58
0
$20.31
$9.28
EV Truck/SUV
92.8
1
$32.49
$14.85
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Holly Hill, FL
Morning
in Holly Hill on Monday
Local time
6:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 to 15 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Morning
in Coral Springs on Monday
Local time
6:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 5 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 22m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 95% of the 232.1 miles on major roads like I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. You'll encounter a long stretch of 135.6 miles on I 95 before transitioning to other roads. Expect to see plenty of exits and potentially some urban merging as you approach your destination.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 135.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 140.7 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 19 significant decision points across 232.1 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 140.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 141.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
39 ft11 ft
Total Climb
43 ft
Total Descent
43 ft
Highest Point
39 ft
~49.7 mi in
Elevation Range
28 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Holly Hill, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 22m. Total distance: 232.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 22m 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 135.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.96 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 17 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 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 140.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 141.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
