Origin
Winter Springs, FL
Morning in Winter Springs on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Winter Springs, FL to Fort Lauderdale, 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 19m
Distance
222.3 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 6m
★
6 AM
4h 19m
8 AM
4h 46m
10 AM
4h 29m
12 PM
4h 26m
3 PM
4h 30m
5 PM
4h 45m
8 PM
4h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Winter Springs, FL
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
This 222.3-mile drive from Winter Springs, Florida, to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 19 minutes on the road, with a projected fuel cost of around $35. The route primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike and I-95, making up 87% of the journey. This efficient path is ideal for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The drive keeps you moving, connecting two points within the same state without significant regional shifts.
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
111.2 miles from Winter Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 84.9 mi | 1h 32m |
| I 95 | 82.7 mi | 1h 29m |
| Beachline Expressway | 25.3 mi | 27m |
| Central Florida GreeneWay | 11.3 mi | 12m |
| Tuskawilla Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| West Broward Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Lake Drive | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Winter Springs, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on this road
150 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto FL 434
469 ft
·
19 sec
·
FL 434
3
Turn left onto Edgemon Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Edgemon Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Murphy Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Murphy Road
5
Turn left onto Seminola Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Seminola Boulevard
6
Continue on Lake Drive
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Lake Drive
7
Turn right onto Tuskawilla Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Tuskawilla Road
8
Turn left onto FL 426
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Aloma Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 417 Toll South: Orlando
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on FL 417 Toll
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Central Florida GreeneWay
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 26
Toward FL 528 Toll: International Airport, Cocoa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward FL 528 East: Cocoa, Kennedy Space Center
13
Merge onto FL 528 Toll
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 42A
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 95
75 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Use the right lane.
18
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the left lane.
21
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
85 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft
·
15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
24
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
25
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Northwest 16th Avenue
26
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Andrews Avenue
27
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
28
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
29
Merge onto I 95
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Turn left onto SR 842
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Broward Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
32
Continue on SR 842
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
Use the left lane.
33
Arrive at destination
SR 842
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour, 19-minute drive, consider leaving Winter Springs in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic congestion, especially as you approach Fort Lauderdale. With a single day recommended and a fuel cost of about $35, it's an economical trip. Plan for one stop along the way to stretch your legs or refuel. Given the longest stretch is 84.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike, ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. This route is designed for efficiency, so your stop can be brief.
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 111.2 miles from Winter Springs, FL, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 49 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.2 miles or 2h 9m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Winter Springs, 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 Winter Springs, FL
This is one driving day of about 222.3 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Winter Springs, 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 84.9 miles.
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 111.2 miles from Winter Springs, 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 84.9 miles.
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 265 decision points cluster between mile 19.6 and 219.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
19.6 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward FL 528 Toll: International Airport, Cocoa
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 26
Toward FL 528 Toll: International Airport, Coco...
8
122.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
8
124 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
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
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
209.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 57m in
Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
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 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
8
219.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 13m in
Take the exit toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
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 27
Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.38 one way
$70.77 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $38.49 | $76.98 |
| premium | $4.72 | $41.34 | $82.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.08 | $98.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.94
Florida's Turnpike
(84.9 mi)
$5.94
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
$35
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.34 | $10.67 |
| Efficient EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.45 | $8.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.9 | 1 | $31.12 | $14.23 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Destination
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Morning in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
E 7 to 10 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM 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
18 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 19m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 87% of the 222.3 miles spent on major roadways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on Florida's Turnpike and I-95, so anticipate a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 84.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. While primarily highway, the Beachline Expressway offers a brief change of pace. Overall, the personality of this drive is efficient and direct, designed for covering distance rather than exploring scenery.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.9 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 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.6 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 26 significant decision points across 222.3 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 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Winter Springs, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs point toward Cocoa, Kennedy Space Center, Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Cocoa
19.6 mi in
|
~28m
Kennedy Space Center
20.1 mi in
|
~29m
Fort Pierce
122.7 mi in
|
~2h 21m
Miami
124 mi in
|
~2h 24m
Florida's Turnpike South
124 mi in
|
~2h 24m
About the Cities
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full guide →Fort Lauderdale is a coastal city on the Atlantic Ocean in the US state of Florida. It is known as the "Venice of America" due to its expansive canal system. Situated in Broward County in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area, the city's population is over 180,000 (2021). The city is most famous for its beaches and boats, and while the city of Fort Lauderdale is relatively small in area, the term 'Fort Lauderdale' is often used to refer to the larger metropolis that has grown up around it. It is the county seat for Broward county, and is part of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metropolitan area, which has over 6.1 million people (2019).
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 19m. Total distance: 222.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.94 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 Fort Lauderdale, 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 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 124 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Fort Lauderdale, 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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