How far is Coral Springs, FL from Lake Alfred, FL?
The driving distance from Coral Springs, FL to Lake Alfred, FL is about 198.7 miles (319.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 154.3 miles (248.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 58m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Indian River County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coral Springs and Lake Alfred.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs and Lake Alfred.
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Start on the route
635 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto West Sample Road
1182 ft · 27 sec · West Sample Road
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Turn left onto Coral Springs Drive
1 mi · 2 min · Coral Springs Drive
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Turn right onto Wiles Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Wiles Road
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Turn left onto North University Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · North University Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward SR 869 Toll North: Orlando
2732 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Sawgrass Expressway
3.7 mi · 4 min · Sawgrass Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Florida's Turnpike
1 km · 53 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Soutwest 10th Street, Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
1500 ft · 20 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
121.5 mi · 2 hr 12 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
1.1 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right
75 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left
46.4 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Haines City, Avon Park
1051 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right
61 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
4.5 mi · 6 min
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Continue straight
10.6 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right
1000 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
5.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto North Glencruiten Avenue
1333 ft · 1 min · North Glencruiten Avenue
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Turn right onto East Haines Boulevard
33 m · 5 sec · East Haines Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Haines Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coral Springs and Lake Alfred.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Florida's Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
122 mi · 02h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Coral Springs and Mostly Sunny near Lake Alfred.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coral Springs to Lake Alfred?
The road trip is about 198.7 miles (319.8 km) and usually takes 03h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Florida Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.5 miles from Coral Springs and 99.2 miles from Lake Alfred.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 154.3 miles (248.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:02 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.08 one way or $58.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Coral Springs and Mostly Sunny near Lake Alfred.
Stop Ideas Near Florida Ridge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Florida Ridge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coral Springs and Lake Alfred. Straight-line distance: 154.27 mi (248.27 km).
#1 Coral Springs
The fourth most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
| Population | 133,519 |
| Coordinates | 26.2711900, -80.2706000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Alfred
City in Polk County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 6,331 |
| Coordinates | 28.0919600, -81.7234100 |
| Altitude | 53 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Alfred (-81.72341, 28.09196)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 320 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $29.08 | $58.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $32.22 | $64.44 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $34.32 | $68.64 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $30.49 | $60.99 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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