Yulee, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is 345.2 miles and takes about 6h 27m via I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you south through the state's eastern corridor. It's a solid day trip for many, primarily utilizing major highways that make for straightforward navigation. Plan on sticking to the asphalt for most of the 345.2 miles.
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
172.6 miles from Yulee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
220.5 mi
3h 57m
Florida's Turnpike
84.9 mi
1h 32m
East Beltway
22.2 mi
25m
FL 9B
5.1 mi
5m
SR A1A
2.8 mi
4m
West Broward Boulevard
1.8 mi
3m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
2m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 220.5 mi, about 3h 57m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 53 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,082 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,862
Quietest
2 AM
~248 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.4×
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 Yulee, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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Start on this road
160 ft·14 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto SR A1A; FL 200
2.8 mi·4 min·SR A1A; FL 200
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 95 South: JacksonvilleUse the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
10 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 362AToward I 295 East: Jacksonville Beaches, East BeltwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward I 295: Jaxport Terminals, Jacksonville Beaches, East Beltway
7
Merge onto I 295
9.3 mi·10 min·East Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
7.3 mi·8 min·East Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
5.6 mi·6 min·East Beltway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 9B
5.1 mi·5 min·FL 9B
Exit 58Toward I 795 South: Saint AugustineUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 4BToward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
12
Merge onto I 95
203 mi·3 hr 38 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
15
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
18
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
85 mi·1 hr 32 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
21
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
23
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
24
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft·16 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
25
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
26
Merge onto I 95
7.2 mi·8 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 27Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn left onto SR 842
1.8 mi·3 min·West Broward Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on SR 842
0.2 mi·35 sec·East Broward Boulevard
Use the left lane.
30
Arrive at destination
SR 842
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 27m estimated drive time, leaving Yulee in the morning is your best bet for a single-day trip. The 345.2 miles can be comfortably covered before evening, but keep an eye on the fuel cost estimate of $54. You have one recommended stop, which should be strategically placed about midway to break up the 220.5-mile stretch on I 95. Since it's primarily highway driving, be prepared for potential traffic delays, especially closer to Fort Lauderdale during peak hours.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172.6 miles from Yulee, FL, or about 3h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 220.5 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 76 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.6 miles or 3h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yulee, 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 Yulee, FL
This is one driving day of about 345.2 miles and 6h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Yulee, 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 95 for about 220.5 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 27
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.4 and 332.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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13.4 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward I 295 East: Jacksonville Beaches, East Beltway
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 362A
Toward I 295 East: Jacksonville Beaches, East B...
8
36.8 mi into trip|~44m in|FL 9B
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 9B toward I 795 South: Saint Augustine
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 58
Toward I 795 South: Saint Augustine
8
245.5 mi into trip|~4h 29m 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
246.8 mi into trip|~4h 32m 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
332.1 mi into trip|~6h 6m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.26 one way
$104.51 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg121 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$57.34
$114.68
premium
$4.55
$61.84
$123.67
diesel
$4.80
$65.18
$130.36
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
$52
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
103.6
1
$36.25
$16.57
Efficient EV
86.3
0
$30.21
$13.81
EV Truck/SUV
138.1
1
$48.33
$22.09
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Yulee, FL
Late night
in Yulee on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
N 3 to 9 mph29% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Late night
in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
95°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 to 12 mph49% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami 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
6h 27m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 71.4
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
$25
near mile 142.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 88% of the 345.2 miles on major roads. You'll experience a substantial stretch of 220.5 miles on I 95, which means a lot of consistent cruising. After the highway segments, you'll transition to surface roads for the remaining portion, likely noticing more frequent exits and local traffic as you approach your destination.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 220.5 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 27 significant decision points across 345.2 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 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.8 miles (FL 9B): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 245.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
43 ft2 ft
Total Climb
26 ft
Total Descent
60 ft
Highest Point
43 ft
~24.7 mi in
Elevation Range
41 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Yulee, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
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).
Top landmarks
•Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale — art museum in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
•Bryan Building — building in Florida, United States
•North Woodlawn Cemetery — cemetery in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 27m. Total distance: 345.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 27m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 220.5 miles on I 95. 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.
Yes — we found about 30 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 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. There are 30 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.8 miles (FL 9B): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 245.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Fort Matanzas National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 12.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Fort Lauderdale, FL before the return drive.
