How far is Coral Springs, FL from Lighthouse Point, FL?

The driving distance from Coral Springs, FL to Lighthouse Point, FL is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 11.4 miles (18.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
11.48 mi
00h 22m
Flight
11.36 mi
18.29 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
11.36 mi
Kilometers
18.29 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
11.48 mi
Kilometers
18.48 km
Drive Time
00h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Lighthouse Point
Fri, May 29, 2:02 PM EDT
Return by in Coral Springs
Fri, May 29, 2:25 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Coral Springs
2026-05-29T13:40
Arrive Lighthouse Point
Fri, May 29, 2:02 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:23 AM to 7:23 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Coral Springs
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Coconut Creek
FL

A city in Broward County, Florida.

From Coral Springs
5.7 mi
00h 11m
To Lighthouse Point
5.8 mi
00h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
90°F
Friday

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, May 29 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph SW
Destination
87°F
Friday

Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Fri, May 29 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 to 7 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Coral Springs and Lighthouse Point.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs and Lighthouse Point.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    635 ft · 48 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Sample Road

    11.4 mi · 22 min · West Sample Road

  3. 3

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Sample Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Coral Springs and Lighthouse Point.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
3 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
26.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Sample Road
11.4 mi · 99%
Longest Stretch

West Sample Road

Turn right onto West Sample Road

11.4 mi · 00h 22m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 22m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+0.1 mi
11.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Coconut Creek
00h 11m from Coral Springs
Leave By
7:44 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Coral Springs and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lighthouse Point.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Coral Springs to Lighthouse Point?

The road trip is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km) and usually takes 00h 22m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Coconut Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.7 miles from Coral Springs and 5.8 miles from Lighthouse Point.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 11.4 miles (18.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.66 one way or $3.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms around Coral Springs and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Lighthouse Point.

Stop Ideas Near Coconut Creek

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Coconut Creek and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Deerfield Beach
Scenic stop 5.9 mi away

City of Deerfield Beach

Deerfield Beach , FL
150 NE 2nd Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Rating 3.0/5 16 reviews City Hall,City government office,Tourist information center
City Hall in the Mall
Meeting point 4.9 mi away

City Hall in the Mall

Coral Springs , FL
9239 W Atlantic Blvd, Coral Springs, FL 33071
Rating 4.1/5 86 reviews City Hall
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library
Nearby stop 8.3 mi away

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Lauderhill , FL
6399 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33313
Rating 3.5/5 32 reviews Public library

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Coconut Creek.

RAIL

Deerfield Beach

9 mi away
1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd
RAIL

Fort Lauderdale

15 mi away
200 S.W. 21 Terrace
RAIL

Delray Beach

24 mi away
345 South Congress Ave
RAIL

Hollywood

27 mi away
3001 Hollywood Blvd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Coral Springs and Lighthouse Point. Straight-line distance: 11.36 mi (18.29 km).

Coral Springs

#1 Coral Springs

The fourth most populous city in Broward County, Florida.

Population133,519
Coordinates26.2711900, -80.2706000
Altitude3
CountryUnited States
Lighthouse Point

#2 Lighthouse Point

City in Broward County, Florida, United States

Population11,249
Coordinates26.2756400, -80.0872700
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: Coral Springs (-80.2706, 26.27119)
End: Lighthouse Point (-80.08727, 26.27564)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 18 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 17m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 09m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.4 gal
1.53 L · about $1.66
Round trip
$3.32
0.8 gal · 3.06 L
Estimated CO2
3.6 kg one way
Round trip: 7.1 kg / 16 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $1.66 $3.32
Mid-grade $4.60 $1.84 $3.68
Premium $4.90 $1.96 $3.92
Diesel $4.35 $1.74 $3.48

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Florida · May 29, 2026

There is no time difference between Coral Springs and Lighthouse Point. The current time is 13:40:04.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.