Trip from Oldsmar, FL to Coral Springs, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 4m

Distance

268.2 mi

432 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 51m ★

6 AM

5h 4m

8 AM

5h 31m

10 AM

5h 14m

12 PM

5h 11m

3 PM

5h 15m

5 PM

5h 30m

8 PM

4h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Oldsmar, FL

Arian Fernandez

city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Coral Springs, FL

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Trip Overview

This 268.2-mile drive from Oldsmar, FL to Coral Springs, FL is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 5 hours and 4 minutes of driving time. You'll be spending 89% of your journey on highways, primarily utilizing I-75, I-275, and the notable Sunshine Skyway Bridge. With a fuel cost estimated at $45, this route focuses on efficient travel across Florida. It's a straightforward, highway-focused experience designed for getting you to your destination without many detours. Given its duration and highway nature, it's well-suited for a single day of travel.

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

134.1 miles from Oldsmar, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	209.3 mi	3h 44m
I 275	14.9 mi	18m
Sunshine Skyway Bridge	13.4 mi	15m
Sawgrass Expressway	10.4 mi	12m
Gateway Expressway	4.3 mi	5m
McMullen Booth Road	3.9 mi	6m
Dillinger McCabe Bayside Bridge	3.5 mi	4m
State Street West	3.2 mi	5m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 209.3 mi, about 3h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oldsmar, FL and Coral Springs, FL.

Start on Park Boulevard

0.2 mi · 1 min · Park Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto State Street West

420 ft · 20 sec · State Street West

At end of road, turn left onto FL 580

3.1 mi · 5 min · State Street West

Turn left onto CR 611

3.9 mi · 6 min · McMullen Booth Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn straight onto CR 611

3.5 mi · 4 min · Dillinger McCabe Bayside Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto FL 686A Toll

4.3 mi · 5 min · Gateway Expressway

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 56 sec

Toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 275

14 mi · 16 min · I 275

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 17 sec

Merge onto I 275; US 19

13 mi · 15 min · Sunshine Skyway Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 275

1.1 mi · 2 min · I 275

Toward I 75 South: Naples

Merge onto I 75

28 mi · 30 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

181 mi · 3 hr 14 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

0.4 mi · 29 sec · Port Everglades Expressway

Exit 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.7 mi · 3 min

Exit 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North: Coral Springs Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Merge onto SR 869 Toll

10 mi · 12 min · Sawgrass Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 57 sec

Exit 11 Toward SR 834: Sample Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto West Sample Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · West Sample Road

Use the left lane.

Turn sharp right

0.1 mi · 41 sec

Keep slight left at fork

56 ft · 4 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Oldsmar to maximize your daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. You'll have one main stretch of 209.3 miles on I-75, so plan for your single recommended stop around the midpoint of that segment for fuel and a break. The $45 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longer highway portions. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best, but starting early will ensure a more relaxed arrival in Coral Springs.

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 134.1 miles from Oldsmar, FL, or about 2h 34m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 209.3 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 59 miles or 1h 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 134.1 miles or 2h 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coral Springs, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Oldsmar, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Oldsmar, FL

This is one driving day of about 268.2 miles and 5h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Oldsmar, 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 75 for about 209.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warm Mineral Springs, FL

134 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

Bradenton, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cape Coral, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 134.1 miles from Oldsmar, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 209.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

Visit website

The Vantage Kava & Wellness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Palm Harbor, Florida

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+17272105582

Visit website

bp pulse Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Oldsmar, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18332778573

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336224743

Visit website

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Venice, Florida

+18555675853

Visit website

FPL EVolution Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

0.4 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.5 mi from route

R.E. Olds Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Oldsmar, Florida

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+18137491100

Visit website

Coral Springs Museum of Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Coral Springs, Florida

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+19543405000

Visit website

Wonder Gardens

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Bonita Springs, Florida

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+12399922591

Visit website

Folly Farm Nature Preserve

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Safety Harbor, Florida

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17277241552

Visit website

Pier Dolphin Cruises

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+17276471538

Visit website

South Straub Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+17278937441

Visit website

Morean Arts Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17278227872

Visit website

FloridaRAMA

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 12–3:30 pm

+17272105450

Visit website

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 0.2 and 266.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | State Street West

At end of road, turn left onto State Street West

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

15.2 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 275 South: Saint Petersburg

253.5 mi into trip | ~4h 43m 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...

254 mi into trip | ~4h 43m 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

266.1 mi into trip | ~4h 59m 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

$42.69 one way

$85.38 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 94 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$46.44	$92.88
premium	$4.72	$49.87	$99.74
diesel	$5.61	$59.22	$118.43

Estimated Tolls: $1.78

Sunshine Skyway Bridge (13.4 mi) $0.94

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

$43

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 93.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	80.5	0	$28.16	$12.87
Efficient EV	67.1	0	$23.47	$10.73
EV Truck/SUV	107.3	1	$37.55	$17.16

Gas CO2

94 kg

EV CO2

31 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 Apr 21, 2026

Origin

Oldsmar, FL

Late night in Oldsmar on Tuesday

Local time

4:11 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Coral Springs, FL

Late night in Coral Springs on Tuesday

Local time

4:11 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

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

5h 4m 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.

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 37

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 89% of the 268.2 miles covered on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 209.3 miles, primarily on I-75, so be prepared for sustained high-speed driving. This means you'll likely experience a consistent pace for a significant portion of the trip. The character of the drive is geared towards efficiency rather than leisurely exploration, emphasizing swift transit between your origin in Oldsmar and your destination in Coral Springs.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 209.3 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and I 275. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near State Street West.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 268.2 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 0.2 miles (State Street West): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 15.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 253.5 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

53 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

74 ft

Total Descent

70 ft

Highest Point

53 ft

~115 mi in

Elevation Range

46 ft

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 Oldsmar, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

Fort Lauderdale

253.5 mi in | ~4h 43m | via I 595

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 4m. Total distance: 268.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 209.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.78 in tolls one way, starting with Sunshine Skyway Bridge. 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 15 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 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Coral Springs, FL before the return drive.

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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Bandit Coffee Co.

Paradeco Coffee Roasters

Café Vino Tinto

The Under Grounds Coffee Co

Bad Mother

The Vantage Kava & Wellness

bp pulse Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

7Charge Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Jule Charging Station

FPL EVolution Charging Station

10370

10270

Pilot Travel Center

Collier County Rest Area Southbound

Charlotte County Truck Stop Northbound

70360

Love's Travel Stop

Collier County Rest Area Southbound

Big Cypress National Preserve Access Area Northbound

Big Cypress National Preserve Access Area Southbound

10280

ONE9 Travel Center

Broward County Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

Service Plaza

R.E. Olds Park

Coral Springs Museum of Art

Wonder Gardens

Folly Farm Nature Preserve

Pier Dolphin Cruises

South Straub Park

Morean Arts Center

FloridaRAMA

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Oldsmar, FL

Coral Springs, FL

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 4m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

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Are there national parks near this route?

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