Immokalee to Coral Springs is 96.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 54 minutes via Alligator Alley and Sawgrass Expressway, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive connects two points within Florida, offering a fairly straightforward trip. Expect a mix of highway and local roads, with a profile described as 'turn-heavy local drive' for parts of the journey. It's a solid option for a single day of travel without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.4 miles from Immokalee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Alligator Alley
61 mi
1h 5m
New Harvest Road
19.3 mi
23m
Sawgrass Expressway
10.4 mi
12m
West Sample Road
1.5 mi
3m
East Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
Port Everglades Expressway
0.4 mi
<1m
Immokalee Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Alligator Alley
— 61 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Immokalee, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on CR 846
21 ft·27 sec·Immokalee Road
2
Continue on CR 846
42 ft·2 sec·Immokalee Road
3
Turn left onto FL 29
1.2 mi·2 min·East Main Street
4
Continue on FL 29
19 mi·23 min·New Harvest Road
5
Turn left
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South: MiamiUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 75
61 mi·1 hr 5 min·Alligator Alley
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
0.4 mi·29 sec·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.7 mi·3 min
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North: Coral SpringsUse the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
10 mi·12 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Exit 11Toward SR 834: Sample RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
1.5 mi·3 min·West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn sharp right
0.1 mi·41 sec
13
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this drive is easily completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic and to allow for a leisurely start. With a fuel cost estimated around $15, you won't need to worry excessively about finding gas, though it's always wise to fill up before heading out. Pay attention to the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route, especially as you approach Coral Springs, to ensure you don't miss any necessary exits or turns.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 48.4 miles from Immokalee, FL, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61 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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.4 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 30m
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 Immokalee, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Immokalee, FL
This is one driving day of about 96.8 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Immokalee, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Alligator Alley for about 61 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 20.6 and 94.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
20.6 mi into trip|~26m in
Turn left toward I 75 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Miami
5
21.1 mi into trip|~27m in|I 75 / Alligator Alley
Merge onto I 75 / Alligator Alley
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
82.1 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
7
82.6 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Take the exit toward SR 869 Toll North: Coral Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North: Coral Springs
7
94.7 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward SR 834: Sample Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward SR 834: Sample Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.41 one way
$30.82 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$16.76
$33.52
premium
$4.72
$18.00
$36.00
diesel
$5.61
$21.37
$42.74
Estimated Tolls: $0.84
Sawgrass Expressway
(10.4 mi)$0.84
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
$15
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29
0
$10.16
$4.65
Efficient EV
24.2
0
$8.47
$3.87
EV Truck/SUV
38.7
0
$13.55
$6.20
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Immokalee, FL
Night
in Immokalee on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
NE 2 to 6 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Night
in Coral Springs on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
E 3 to 10 mph20% 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
4 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
1h 54m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a significant portion on Alligator Alley, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 61 miles. While there's an 11% highway share, the overall profile leans toward a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting frequent changes in direction or speed limits as you navigate through different areas. You'll experience a transition from potentially faster highway conditions to more involved local road driving, requiring your attention for turns and traffic.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 61 mi on Alligator Alley.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.6 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 20.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 75 / Alligator Alley): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.1 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Immokalee, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
82.1 mi in|~1h 32m|via I 595
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 96.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 61 miles on Alligator Alley. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.84 in tolls one way, starting with Sawgrass Expressway. 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.
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.
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 20.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.1 miles (I 75 / Alligator Alley): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.1 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coral Springs, FL before heading back.
