Origin
North River Shores, FL
Morning in North River Shores on Sunday
Local time
9:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North River Shores, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
84.2 mi
136 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North River Shores, FL
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
North River Shores to Fort Lauderdale is 84.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 45 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Florida, making it a straightforward journey. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll cover ground efficiently. Given its short duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day excursion. Plan for a quick and direct transit between these two Florida locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.1 miles from North River Shores, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 72.8 mi | 1h 22m |
| South Kanner Highway | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| West Broward Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Roosevelt Bridge | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Federal Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Kanner Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Northwest Federal Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Spruce Ridge Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 72.8 mi, about 1h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North River Shores, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Northwest Spruce Ridge Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest Spruce Ridge Drive
2
Turn right onto Northwest River Shores Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Northwest River Shores Street
3
Turn right onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Northwest Federal Highway
4
Continue on US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Roosevelt Bridge
5
Continue on US 1
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Federal Highway
6
Turn right onto FL 76
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
South Kanner Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on FL 76
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Kanner Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 95 South: West Palm Beach
9
Merge onto I 95
52 mi
·
58 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
21 mi
·
23 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto SR 842
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Broward Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on SR 842
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
SR 842
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour 45 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon will allow you to arrive with ample daylight. Since the longest stretch on I 95 is over 72 miles, consider a brief stop around the halfway point, though it's not strictly necessary for such a short distance. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is around $13, and plan your fill-up accordingly before you depart North River Shores.
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 42.1 miles from North River Shores, FL, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 72.8 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 19 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 54m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North River Shores, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North River Shores, FL
This is one driving day of about 84.2 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from North River Shores, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 72.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from North River Shores, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 72.8 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 82.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
FL 76 / South Kanner Highway
Turn right onto FL 76 / South Kanner Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
61.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
81.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
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 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
4
82.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
SR 842 / West Broward Boulevard
Turn left onto SR 842 / West Broward Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.40 one way
$26.80 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $14.58 | $29.16 |
| premium | $4.72 | $15.66 | $31.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.59 | $37.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.84 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Morning in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday
Local time
9:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
E 7 to 10 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM 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.
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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 45m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect an 86% highway-focused drive for most of this trip. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 72.8 miles on I 95, which means you can maintain a steady pace. The character of the road is predominantly that of a major interstate, designed for efficient travel. While the bulk of the journey is on the highway, the approach to Fort Lauderdale may involve navigating more local arterial roads.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 72.8 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and South Kanner Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near FL 76 / South Kanner Highway.
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 84.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.6 miles (FL 76 / South Kanner Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.1 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 1h 45m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 72.8 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 2.6 miles (FL 76 / South Kanner Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 61.1 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fort Lauderdale, 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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