Riverview, FL to Coral Springs, FL is 249.3 miles and takes about 4h 35m via I 75 and Sawgrass Expressway, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, primarily utilizing major interstate highways for a straightforward transit. You'll spend most of your time on the road, making it a good option for a single-day trip when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Consider this route if your priority is a quick and direct connection between these two Florida locations, with minimal time spent on slower surface roads.
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
124.6 miles from Riverview, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
231.5 mi
4h 8m
Sawgrass Expressway
10.4 mi
12m
West Sample Road
1.5 mi
3m
Gibsonton Drive
1.5 mi
2m
US 301
1.2 mi
2m
Port Everglades Expressway
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 231.5 mi, about 4h 8m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 92 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,826 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,424
Quietest
2 AM
~185 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
15.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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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 Riverview, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on US 301
0.3 mi·28 sec·US 301
2
Turn slight left
224 ft·15 sec
3
Turn sharp left onto US 301
0.9 mi·1 min·US 301
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Turn right onto Gibsonton Drive
1.5 mi·2 min·Gibsonton Drive
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·42 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 75
50 mi·53 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi·3 hr 14 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
0.4 mi·29 sec·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.7 mi·3 min
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North: Coral SpringsUse the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
10 mi·12 min·Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Exit 11Toward SR 834: Sample RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
1.5 mi·3 min·West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
13
Turn sharp right
0.1 mi·41 sec
14
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft·4 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 35m estimated drive time and the substantial 249.3-mile distance, leaving Riverview in the morning should allow ample time to reach Coral Springs before evening. With only one stop recommended and a fuel cost around $39, planning for one gas fill-up mid-route is practical. The longest stretch on I 75 is over 230 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with extended highway driving. A good tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the Sawgrass Expressway's toll system before you depart, as it's a significant portion of your travel near the end.
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 124.6 miles from Riverview, FL, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 231.5 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 55 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.6 miles or 2h 16m 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 41m
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 Riverview, 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 Riverview, FL
This is one driving day of about 249.3 miles and 4h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Riverview, 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 231.5 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 247.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|US 301
Turn sharp left onto US 301
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
53.3 mi into trip|~59m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
234.6 mi into trip|~4h 13m 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...
7
235 mi into trip|~4h 14m 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
7
247.2 mi into trip|~4h 30m 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
$37.74 one way
$75.48 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$41.41
$82.82
premium
$4.55
$44.66
$89.32
diesel
$4.80
$47.07
$94.15
Estimated Tolls: $0.84
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
$38
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.8
0
$26.18
$11.97
Efficient EV
62.3
0
$21.81
$9.97
EV Truck/SUV
99.7
1
$34.90
$15.96
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Riverview, FL
Late night
in Riverview on Monday
Local time
3:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Cloudy then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
WNW 5 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Late night
in Coral Springs on Monday
Local time
3:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 mph22% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 10:34PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM 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
2 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
4h 35m 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...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 25.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly highway driving, with 98% of the 249.3 miles on major roads like I 75 and the Sawgrass Expressway. You'll experience a long stretch of 231.5 miles on I 75 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a consistent, fast pace for the vast majority of the trip, with frequent exits as you approach your destination. This means you'll mainly be navigating interstate cruising with a brief period on surface streets at the end.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 231.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.3 miles in near US 301.
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 12 significant decision points across 249.3 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 0.3 miles (US 301): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 234.6 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
36 ft9 ft
Total Climb
52 ft
Total Descent
60 ft
Highest Point
36 ft
~178 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.
On the drive from Riverview, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 35m. Total distance: 249.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 231.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.84 in tolls one way, starting with Sawgrass Expressway. 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 301): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 234.6 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
