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Trip from Sunrise, FL to Orlando, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 3m

Distance

209.7 mi

338 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 50m ★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 13m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 14m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 56m

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

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city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Sunrise, FL

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city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

Orlando, FL

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Sunrise to Orlando covers 214.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 17 minutes. Because this route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates, it functions best as a one-day trip. You should budget approximately $35 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating through Northeast 25th Way, Northeast 8th Street, and Northeast 26th Avenue defines the experience, keeping you off the high-speed highways. Since both cities are located within Florida, you will remain in the same region, yet the transition from the Sunrise area to the Orlando destination offers a distinct change in local traffic patterns. It is a straightforward trip that is easily manageable if you prefer a steady, turn-heavy pace over the monotony of a long-haul freeway drive.

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

104.9 miles from Sunrise, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 191 mi 3h 27m
I 4 4.3 mi 5m
East Sunrise Boulevard 2.4 mi 5m
South Powerline Road 2.4 mi 4m
Northwest 9th Avenue 1.9 mi 3m
South Division Avenue 1.2 mi 3m
Powerline Road 1.1 mi 2m
South Pompano Parkway 1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 191 mi, about 3h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sunrise, FL and Orlando, FL.

1

Start on Northeast 7th Place

286 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 7th Place
2

Turn left onto Northeast 25th Way

358 ft · 13 sec · Northeast 25th Way
3

Turn right onto Northeast 8th Street

296 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 8th Street
4

Turn left onto Northeast 26th Avenue

311 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 26th Avenue
5

Turn left onto Northeast 9th Street

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Northeast 9th Street
6

Continue on Northeast 24th Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Northeast 24th Avenue
Use the left lane.
7

Turn left onto SR 838

2.4 mi · 5 min · East Sunrise Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
8

Turn right onto SR 845

1.9 mi · 3 min · Northwest 9th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on SR 845

1.1 mi · 2 min · Powerline Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
10

Continue on SR 845

2.4 mi · 4 min · South Powerline Road
Use the left lane.
11

Continue on SR 845

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Pompano Parkway
Use the left lane.
12

Turn left onto SR 814

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Atlantic Boulevard
13

Turn right onto Northwest 31st Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · Northwest 31st Avenue
Use the right lane.
14

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 16 sec · this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando Use the straight / left lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
16

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

191 mi · 3 hr 27 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec
Exit 259 Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
19

Merge onto I 4

4.3 mi · 5 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 81 Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street Use the slight right lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 14 sec
22

Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street

264 ft · 14 sec · West Kaley Street
23

Turn left onto South Division Avenue

1.2 mi · 3 min · South Division Avenue
Use the left lane.
24

Turn right onto West South Street

0.3 mi · 51 sec · West South Street
25

Turn slight right

103 ft · 3 sec
26

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Planning for this trip is simple since it works perfectly as a one-day excursion. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, you should factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and manage the mental fatigue that comes with navigating local roads for over three hours. Aim to depart early to avoid the peak congestion often found on city-integrated thoroughfares. Keep your $35 fuel budget handy, but remember that local driving can sometimes impact your actual consumption compared to highway cruising. My best advice for this specific path is to rely heavily on a reliable GPS system, as the reliance on Northeast 25th Way, Northeast 8th Street, and Northeast 26th Avenue requires precise turn-by-turn navigation to stay on track.

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 104.9 miles from Sunrise, FL, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 191 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 46 miles or 1h 1m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 104.9 miles or 2h 5m 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 18m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Sunrise, 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 Sunrise, FL

This is one driving day of about 209.7 miles and 4h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Sunrise, 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 191 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of St. Lucie County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Pierce, FL

105 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.

Popular next leg

Fort Pierce, FL to Orlando, FL

119.1 mi · 2h 17m

Pacing Suggestions

Jupiter, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vero Beach, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104.9 miles from Sunrise, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 191 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 209.7

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.7

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14076487060

Visit website

Haan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

1.4 mi

Qreate Coffee + Studio

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

1.4 mi

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14076487060

Visit website

Haan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14079065119

Visit website

Qreate Coffee + Studio

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14076011796

Visit website

Framework Craft Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Lucid Beans Coffee - SODO

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

Visit website

Cups and Pups Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Black Phin Coffee Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 209.7

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 209.7

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13213164345

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 134.8

Okeechobee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Orange County Regional History Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 209.7

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078368500

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 59.9

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

White Gator Swamp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 194.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078555496

Visit website

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 59.9

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Wreck It Ft Laudy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Oakland Park, Florida

Joseph C. Carter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19548285411

Visit website

Central Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 209.7

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+14075993334

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 89.9

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

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

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Northeast 25th Way

Turn left onto Northeast 25th Way

Navigation decision point

6
11.2 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
8
202.6 mi into trip | ~3h 51m in

Take the exit toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 259 Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
8
207.6 mi into trip | ~3h 58m in

Take the exit toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street

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 81 Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
6
208.1 mi into trip | ~3h 59m in | South Division Avenue

Turn left onto South Division Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.38 one way

$66.76 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $36.31 $72.62
premium $4.72 $38.99 $77.99
diesel $5.61 $46.30 $92.60

Estimated Tolls: $13.37

Florida's Turnpike (191 mi) $13.37

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

$33

Tolls

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$72–$97

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 62.9 0 $22.02 $10.07
Efficient EV 52.4 0 $18.35 $8.39
EV Truck/SUV 83.9 1 $29.36 $13.42

Gas CO2

73 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Sunrise, FL

Late night in Sunrise on Sunday

Local time

12:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Orlando, FL

Late night in Orlando on Sunday

Local time

12:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°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

6 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 3m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highly technical and turn-heavy experience behind the wheel, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating local streets for the duration of the 214.7-mile trek, requiring your full attention at every intersection. With the longest uninterrupted stretch being 0 miles on Northeast 25th Way, the road demands constant engagement rather than the passive cruising of an interstate. This drive favors drivers who prefer avoiding high-speed traffic in exchange for a continuous, localized path. Prepare for frequent adjustments to your speed and direction as you transition between the various city streets that make up this specific course.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 191 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 I 4. 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 Northeast 25th Way.

Driving Effort 8/10

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 209.7 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 (Northeast 25th Way): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Sunrise, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami and Florida's Turnpike North.

Florida's Turnpike Toll

11.1 mi in | ~23m

Miami

11.1 mi in | ~23m

Florida's Turnpike North

11.2 mi in | ~23m

About the Cities

Starting in Sunrise, FL

Full guide →

Sunrise is a city in Broward County, Florida.

Arriving in Orlando, FL

Full guide →

For the broader urban area including suburbs and other nearby destinations, please see the Greater Orlando article. Orlando deserves its reputation as the theme park capital of the world, with an estimated 52 million visitors a year. The city is best known for its theme parks Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, but it holds a lot to offer besides those two amusement meccas. Countless hotels and restaurants cater to business conventions and other events hosted by organizations from all over the country. Outside the theme park districts and hotels, however, lies much more to be explored, including downtown, areas of untouched wilderness, world-class museums and theaters, and old towns with dining and nightlife. At the center of the state of Florida, in Orange County, Orlando is about an hour from each coast.

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 3m. Total distance: 209.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 191 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $13.37 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 Orlando, 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 (Northeast 25th Way): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Orlando, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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