Origin
The Crossings, FL
Afternoon in The Crossings on Sunday
Local time
1:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from The Crossings, FL to Coral Springs, FL
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
47.5 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Crossings, FL
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Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from The Crossings, FL, to Coral Springs, FL? This straightforward drive covers 47.5 miles and should take about 59 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 83% of the journey on roads like the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, Sawgrass Expressway, and I-75. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this route is very budget-friendly. It’s a practical option for getting from one part of Florida to another without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| I 75 | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| Express Lanes | 1.9 mi | 1m |
| West Sample Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 127th Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 88th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 104th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
— 18.1 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Crossings, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 104th Terrace
466 ft
·
22 sec
·
Southwest 104th Terrace
2
Turn right onto Southwest 105th Terrace
267 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest 105th Terrace
3
Turn right onto Southwest 128th Avenue
451 ft
·
21 sec
·
Southwest 128th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Southwest 104th Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Southwest 104th Street
5
Turn left onto Southwest 127th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 127th Avenue
6
Turn right onto SR 94
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Southwest 88th Street
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 75 North Express Lanes
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
11
Merge onto Express Lanes
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Express Lanes
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 9; 11
Toward SR 820: Pines Boulevard, Sheridan Street
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 75
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 869 Toll
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Sawgrass Expressway
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 11
Toward SR 834: Sample Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto West Sample Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Sample Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn sharp right
0.1 mi
·
41 sec
18
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft
·
4 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from The Crossings, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 45.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
6
20.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North Express Lanes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 75 North Express Lanes
8
23.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Pines Boulevard, Sheridan 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 9; 11
Toward SR 820: Pines Boulevard, Sheridan Street
8
33 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
SR 869 Toll / Sawgrass Expressway
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
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward SR 869 North, I 595 East: Coral Springs,...
7
45.4 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
$7.56 one way
$15.12 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.22 | $16.45 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.83 | $17.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.49 | $20.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.08
Homestead Extension
(18.1 mi)
$1.09
Sawgrass Expressway
(12.4 mi)
$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
$2
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 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 | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.65 | $3.04 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Afternoon in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
1:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
59m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, designed for efficient travel. You'll experience long stretches of fast-paced driving, with the longest uninterrupted segment being 18.1 miles on the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike. Given that 83% of this route is on highways, expect a consistent driving experience with minimal slowdowns. The roads are well-maintained and built for speed, so you can maintain a steady pace for most of the 47.5 miles.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.1 mi on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike and Sawgrass Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 17 decision points packed into just 47.5 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 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.7 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.
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 The Crossings, FL to Coral Springs, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
33 mi in
|
~40m
|
via SR 869 Toll
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 47.5 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 (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.1 miles on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.08 in tolls one way, starting with Homestead Extension. 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.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coral Springs, FL before heading back.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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