Trip from Port Orange, FL to Coral Springs, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
221.4 mi
356 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Orange, FL
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Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
This 225.3-mile journey from Port Orange, FL to Coral Springs, FL will take approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable one-day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking overnight stays. Expect to spend around $38 on fuel for this drive, which primarily uses local roads like Powers Avenue, Dunlawton Avenue, and Taylor Road, with no highway mileage. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, making it feel more like navigating through communities than a high-speed transit. This trip keeps you within the state of Florida, traversing familiar Florida landscapes.
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
110.7 miles from Port Orange, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 126.1 mi | 2h 15m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 80.7 mi | 1h 27m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Dunlawton Avenue | 3 mi | 5m |
| North University Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Coral Springs Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Wiles Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Okeechobee Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 94 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,092 veh/hr typical · worst 3,829
Quietest
2 AM
~229 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Orange, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
Start on Locust Street
Turn left onto Powers Avenue
Turn left onto FL 421
Continue on FL 421
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto FL 70
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on North University Drive
Turn right onto Wiles Road
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
Turn right onto West Sample Road
Turn left
Keep slight left at fork
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 20 minute duration and 225.3-mile length, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. You can depart Port Orange anytime that suits you, as the lack of highway driving means you're less likely to hit major traffic jams associated with interstate travel. Plan for one stop to break up the journey, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as local driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than highway cruising, and budget around $38 for gas. Your single concrete tip: pay close attention to speed limit changes as you pass through various towns along Powers Avenue, Dunlawton Avenue, and Taylor Road.
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.
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 49 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.7 miles or 2h 1m 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 20m
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 Port Orange, 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 Port Orange, FL
This is one driving day of about 221.4 miles and 4h 9m.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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
A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 110.7 miles from Port Orange, 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 126.1 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.
Pilot Travel Center
Love's Travel Stop
ONE9 Travel Center
40392
40391
50341
Flying J Travel Center
Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza
Flying J Travel Center
Love's Travel Stop
50382
50342
Love's Travel Stop
TA
50381
Coral Springs Museum of Art
Near the end, right off the route
Coral Springs, Florida
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+19543405000
Visit websiteMorikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Near the end, short detour
Delray Beach, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+15614950233
Visit websiteEscape Room PSL
Around the midpoint, short detour
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Hours: 4–10:30 pm
+17726266655
Visit websitePeaceful Waters Sanctuary
Near the end, ~9 min detour
Wellington, Florida
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+15617914005
Visit websiteTaylor Park Rockledge
Early in the drive, short detour
Rockledge, Florida
+13216331874
Visit websiteIndian Creek Park
Later in the drive, ~10 min detour
Jupiter, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+15617412400
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 129.9 and 217.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Take the exit toward SR 817: University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.52 one way
$67.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $36.78 | $73.55 |
| premium | $4.55 | $39.66 | $79.32 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $41.80 | $83.61 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.96
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
$34
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.25 | $10.63 |
| Efficient EV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.37 | $8.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.6 | 1 | $31.00 | $14.17 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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.
Origin
Port Orange, FL
Night in Port Orange on Monday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Partly Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:21PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Night in Coral Springs on Monday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:21PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee 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
1 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
4h 9m 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.
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a highly interactive driving experience on this route, as it features a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. With 0% highway share, you'll be constantly engaging with the road, navigating through towns and communities. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the nature of the route suggests frequent intersections and changes in speed. You'll likely be on a mix of local arteries and residential streets, requiring your full attention as you make your way south.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 129.9 miles in.
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 221.4 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 129.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 130.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
44 ft
Total Descent
38 ft
Highest Point
32 ft
~110.7 mi in
Elevation Range
27 ft
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.
Between Port Orange, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Fort Pierce
Miami
Florida's Turnpike South
About the Cities
Starting in Port Orange, FL
Full guide →Founded 1867
Port Orange is a city in Volusia County, East Central Florida. Port Orange is considered to be part of the Greater Daytona Beach Area, although Port Orange does have its own mailing address, separate from Daytona Beach. Tourism marketing continues to tie these two cities together.
Top landmarks
- • Port Orange Florida East Coast Railway Freight Depot — railway station in Port Orange, the United States of America
Arriving in Coral Springs, FL
Full guide →Founded 1963
Coral Springs is a city in Broward County, Florida.
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 4h 9m. Total distance: 221.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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