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Trip from Winter Park, FL to Coral Springs, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h
Distance
209.2 mi
337 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
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6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winter Park, FL
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Coral Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
Winter Park to Coral Springs is 209.2 miles and takes about 4 hours via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Florida, connecting the Orlando area to South Florida. Given its relatively short duration and mostly highway profile, it's well-suited for a single-day trip. You'll spend most of your time on the Turnpike, so expect consistent progress. This route is a practical choice for getting from central Florida to the southern part of the state efficiently.
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
104.6 miles from Winter Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 187.1 mi | 3h 21m |
| I 4 | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| Sawgrass Expressway | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Orange Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North University Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Coral Springs Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| Wiles Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Fairbanks Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 187.1 mi, about 3h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winter Park, FL and Coral Springs, FL.
1
Start on FL 426
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Brewer Avenue
2
Continue on FL 426
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Osceola Avenue
3
Continue on FL 426
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fairbanks Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 426
241 ft
·
9 sec
·
Fairbanks Avenue
5
Continue on Orange Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Orange Avenue
6
Turn right onto Westminster Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Westminster Street
7
At end of road, turn right onto Clay Avenue
157 ft
·
11 sec
·
Clay Avenue
8
Turn left onto Par Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Par Street
9
Turn slight left
62 ft
·
5 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 4 West
11
Merge onto I 4
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 84B
Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
14
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
15
Merge onto I 4
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 77
Toward Miami, Ocala
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
187 mi
·
3 hr 21 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 71
Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgrass Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
22
Merge onto SR 869 Toll
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Sawgrass Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 15
Toward SR 817: University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft
·
12 sec
Toward Coral Springs
Use the left lane.
25
Continue on North University Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North University Drive
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wiles Road
27
Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Coral Springs Drive
28
Turn right onto West Sample Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Sample Road
29
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
30
Keep slight left at fork
56 ft
·
4 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, leaving Winter Park in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop, you can maintain good momentum. The primary road, Florida's Turnpike, is a toll road, so be prepared for those fees. The estimated fuel cost is around $36, so factor that into your budget. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart a bit later if needed, but aim to start earlier to ensure a relaxed arrival in Coral Springs.
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 104.6 miles from Winter Park, FL, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.1 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 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.6 miles or 2h 2m 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 14m
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 Winter Park, 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 Winter Park, FL
This is one driving day of about 209.2 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Winter Park, 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 187.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.6 miles from Winter Park, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 187.1 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.
Canoe Creek Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Fort Drum Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
40392
0.8 mi from route
40391
1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.6 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.7 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 205.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 84B
Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
8
11.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Miami, Ocala
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 77
Toward Miami, Ocala
8
12.6 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
8
200.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 45m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 71
Toward SR 869 Toll South: Coral Springs, Sawgra...
7
205.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 15
Toward SR 817: University Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.67 one way
$63.34 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $34.75 | $69.50 |
| premium | $4.55 | $37.47 | $74.95 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $39.50 | $79.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.41
Florida's Turnpike
(187.1 mi)
$13.10
Sawgrass Expressway
(3.8 mi)
$0.31
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
$32
Tolls
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.8 | 0 | $21.97 | $10.04 |
| Efficient EV | 52.3 | 0 | $18.31 | $8.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.7 | 1 | $29.29 | $13.39 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Origin
Winter Park, FL
Afternoon in Winter Park on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SSE 5 to 10 mph
32% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Coral Springs, FL
Afternoon in Coral Springs on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 3 to 9 mph
14% chance
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
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
4h 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?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 95% of the 209.2 miles on major roads. You'll encounter 187.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent cruising experience. Expect a high concentration of exits as you approach your destination in Coral Springs, indicating a transition from open highway to more urban environments. The remainder of the route will be on surface streets.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 187.1 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 4.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 209.2 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 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
92 ft
11 ft
Total Climb
23 ft
Total Descent
104 ft
Highest Point
92 ft
Elevation Range
81 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 Winter Park, FL and Coral Springs, FL, road signs point toward Miami, Ocala and Florida's Turnpike South.
Miami
11.9 mi in
|
~20m
Ocala
11.9 mi in
|
~20m
Florida's Turnpike South
12.6 mi in
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~22m
About the Cities
Starting in Winter Park, FL
Full guide →Founded 1882
Winter Park is a city of 31,000 people (2019) in Florida near Orlando. Winter Park is often seen as a popular tourist destination for those visiting Orlando that want an escape from the typical tourist scene of the Orlando theme parks. There is a quaint, local feel to the suburb even though there are a lot of tourists, especially during the winter months and holidays.
Top landmarks
- • Albin Polasek House and Studio — single-family detached home in Winter Park, Florida
- • All Saints Episcopal Church — historic church in Winter Park, Florida, United States
- • Annie Russell Theatre — theatre and university building in Winter Park, Florida
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. Total distance: 209.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 187.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.41 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.
Yes — we found about 11 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 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Coral Springs, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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