Origin
Pinecrest, FL
Late night in Pinecrest on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pinecrest, FL
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Coral Springs, FL
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Pinecrest to Coral Springs is 47.9 miles and takes about 59 minutes via I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Florida, moving you from one urban area to another. It's a short trip, ideal for a quick commute or a simple point-to-point journey without significant diversions. You'll primarily be on major expressways, so expect consistent travel speeds. This route is best suited for those prioritizing efficiency over scenic exploration.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 13.6 mi | 14m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Express Lanes | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| West Sample Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 112th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 77th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Dixie Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pinecrest, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
Start on Southwest 112th Street
Turn right onto Southwest 77th Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest 104th Street
Turn right onto US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 826
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
Take the exit
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll
Take the exit
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
Turn sharp right
Keep slight left at fork
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Pinecrest, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 45.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Southwest 104th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 1 / South Dixie Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Gardens Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Take the exit toward SR 834: Sample Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.62 one way
$15.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.29 | $16.59 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.91 | $17.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.99
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Pinecrest on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the route utilizing major expressways like I 75 and the Sawgrass Expressway. You'll encounter stretches designed for speed and efficiency, including a continuous 13.6-mile segment on I 75. The presence of Express Lanes also suggests a focus on faster transit. Expect a consistent driving experience without significant changes in road type or complexity, making it a predictable journey.
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 1.2 miles in near Southwest 104th Street.
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 12 decision points packed into just 47.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Southwest 104th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (US 1 / South Dixie Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pinecrest, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 47.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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