Origin
Miami Springs, FL
Morning in Miami Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami Springs, FL to Coral Springs, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
37 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami Springs, FL
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Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head north from Miami Springs to Coral Springs, you are looking at a straightforward 37-mile journey that typically takes about 48 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Palmetto Expressway, I-75, and the Sawgrass Expressway. With fuel costs estimated at around $6, it is an incredibly budget-friendly drive. Because both locations are within Florida, you will remain in the same region, making this a familiar and efficient commute between these two South Florida cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 15.8 mi | 16m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| West Sample Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North Royal Poinciana Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Okeechobee Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Albatross Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northwest South River Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 15.8 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami Springs, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on Albatross Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Albatross Street
2
Turn left onto North Royal Poinciana Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Royal Poinciana Boulevard
3
Continue on Northwest South River Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Northwest South River Drive
4
Turn right onto Northwest 74th Street
221 ft
·
6 sec
·
Northwest 74th Street
5
Turn left onto US 27
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Okeechobee Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Take the exit
431 ft
·
10 sec
Toward SR 826 North, SR 826 South: Miami International Airport
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward SR 826 North: Palmetto Expressway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto SR 826
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Palmetto Expressway
9
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North: Naples
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 75
16 mi
·
16 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Sawgrass Expressway
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 11
Toward SR 834: Sample Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn sharp right
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
15
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft
·
4 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Miami Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 34.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward SR 826 North, SR 826 South: Miami International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 826 North, SR 826 South: Miami Intern...
8
3.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 826 North: Palmetto Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 826 North: Palmetto Expressway
6
5.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Naples
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Naples
8
22.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway toward SR 869 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 left lanes.
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs,...
7
34.9 mi into trip
|
~44m 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
$5.89 one way
$11.78 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.41 | $12.81 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.88 | $13.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.99
Sawgrass Expressway
(12.4 mi)
$0.99
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.24 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Coral Springs, FL
Morning in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Sunshine Ranches, FL
19 mi in
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
2 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
48m 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?
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience, as 82% of this 37-mile route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend your time navigating major arteries, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 15.8 miles on I-75. This is a classic Florida highway drive designed for efficiency rather than leisurely scenic detours. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a consistent, fast-paced rhythm as you transition between the Palmetto, I-75, and the Sawgrass Expressway. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and direct connectivity between your origin and destination.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 37 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Miami Springs, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
22.5 mi in
|
~29m
|
via SR 869 Toll
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 37 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.8 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.99 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 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coral Springs, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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