How far is Coral Springs, FL from Sanford, FL?
The driving distance from Coral Springs, FL to Sanford, FL is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 185.2 miles (298.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 20m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 10m.
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 Sanford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs and Sanford.
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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
80.9 mi · 1 hr 29 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
2817 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
65 m · 5 sec
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Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
1641 ft · 35 sec · Okeechobee Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95
969 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Daytona Beach
2718 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
94.4 mi · 1 hr 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 46: Sanford, Mims
1992 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left
26.9 mi · 38 min
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Turn right onto Sanford Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · Sanford Avenue
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Turn left onto East 13th Street
2630 ft · 1 min · East 13th Street
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Turn left onto French Avenue
28 m · 2 sec · French Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · French Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coral Springs and Sanford.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 North
Merge slight left
94.4 mi · 01h 41m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Coral Springs and Sunny near Sanford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coral Springs to Sanford?
The road trip is about 214.9 miles (345.8 km) and usually takes 04h 10m 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?
West Vero Corridor is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.6 miles from Coral Springs and 107.2 miles from Sanford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 185.2 miles (298.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.7 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 8:40 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.84 one way or $63.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Coral Springs and Sunny near Sanford.
Stop Ideas Near West Vero Corridor
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 West Vero Corridor.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coral Springs and Sanford. Straight-line distance: 185.24 mi (298.11 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 Sanford
The most populous city in Seminole County, Florida.
| Population | 61,508 |
| Coordinates | 28.8005500, -81.2731200 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sanford (-81.27312, 28.80055)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 346 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 40m |
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 | $4.20 | $31.84 | $63.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.68 | $35.48 | $70.96 |
| Premium | $5.01 | $37.98 | $75.95 |
| Diesel | $6.07 | $46.01 | $92.02 |
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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