Planning a trip from Oak Ridge to Coral Springs? This 197-mile drive will take you about 3 hours and 44 minutes, making it a manageable one-day adventure. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with Florida's Turnpike and the Sawgrass Expressway being key components of the journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $31, it's a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway within Florida. The route is primarily highway-focused, offering a straightforward path to your destination. Consider this a convenient option for a single-day trip, as it doesn't necessitate an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
98.5 miles from Oak Ridge, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 52m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
182.5 mi
3h 16m
Sawgrass Expressway
3.8 mi
4m
North University Drive
1.1 mi
2m
South Orange Blossom Trail
1 mi
1m
Coral Springs Drive
1 mi
2m
Presidents Drive
1 mi
2m
Wiles Road
1 mi
1m
Sand Lake Road
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 182.5 mi, about 3h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Ridge, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on this road
329 ft·26 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Bonnie Brook Boulevard
513 ft·24 sec·Bonnie Brook Boulevard
3
Turn right onto West Oak Ridge Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Oak Ridge Road
4
Turn right onto CR 423
0.6 mi·46 sec·John Young Parkway
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto Presidents Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Presidents Drive
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto FL 482
1.0 mi·1 min·Sand Lake Road
Use the right lane.
7
Turn right onto US 17; US 92; US 441
1.0 mi·1 min·South Orange Blossom Trail
Use the right lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Oсala, Miami, Florida’s Turnpike Toll
9
Turn straight
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
183 mi·3 hr 16 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 71Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass ExpresswayUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
13
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.8 mi·4 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 15Toward SR 817: University DriveUse the straight / right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft·12 sec
Toward Coral SpringsUse the left lane.
16
Continue on North University Drive
1.1 mi·2 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Wiles Road
18
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi·2 min·Coral Springs Drive
19
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi·31 sec·West Sample Road
20
Turn left
0.1 mi·45 sec
21
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 44-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch being 182.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $31, and plan your refueling accordingly, perhaps before you get too far onto the Turnpike. Given the highway-focused nature, be prepared for consistent speeds. A practical tip: ensure your toll transponder is active, as Florida's Turnpike and Sawgrass Expressway are tolled.
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 98.5 miles from Oak Ridge, FL, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 182.5 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 43 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 98.5 miles or 1h 52m 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
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 Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge, FL
This is one driving day of about 197 miles and 3h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Oak Ridge, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 182.5 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 193.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Bonnie Brook Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Bonnie Brook Boulevard
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.6 mi into trip|~2m in|CR 423 / John Young Parkway
Turn right onto CR 423 / John Young Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
188.1 mi into trip|~3h 29m 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...
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193.1 mi into trip|~3h 35m 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
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193.5 mi into trip|~3h 36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Coral Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Coral Springs
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.36 one way
$62.71 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$34.11
$68.22
premium
$4.72
$36.63
$73.26
diesel
$5.61
$43.50
$86.99
Estimated Tolls: $13.09
Florida's Turnpike
(182.5 mi)$12.78
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
$31
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
59.1
0
$20.68
$9.46
Efficient EV
49.3
0
$17.24
$7.88
EV Truck/SUV
78.8
0
$27.58
$12.61
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Oak Ridge, FL
Morning
in Oak Ridge on Tuesday
Local time
8:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Morning
in Coral Springs on Tuesday
Local time
8:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live 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
3h 44m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey taking place on major roads. Expect a consistent driving experience, especially during the longest stretch of 182.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The main arteries of Florida's Turnpike and the Sawgrass Expressway will guide you for the majority of the trip. While largely highway, your final approach into Coral Springs will involve North University Drive, offering a slight shift in scenery as you transition to more localized roads. It’s a drive characterized by efficiency and steady progress.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 182.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Bonnie Brook Boulevard.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 197 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 0.1 miles (Bonnie Brook Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (CR 423 / John Young Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 188.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 44m. Total distance: 197 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 44m 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 182.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.09 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Bonnie Brook Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (CR 423 / John Young Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 188.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
