How far is Coral Springs, FL from Sarasota, FL?
The driving distance from Coral Springs, FL to Sarasota, FL is about 211.3 miles (340.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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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 56m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Collier County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Coral Springs and Sarasota.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coral Springs and Sarasota.
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Start on the route
635 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto West Sample Road
1.7 mi · 4 min · West Sample Road
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Take the ramp left toward SR 869 Toll South: Sawgrass Expressway
2611 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Sawgrass Expressway
10.9 mi · 13 min · Sawgrass Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Alligator Alley, Naples
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
596 ft · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
191.2 mi · 3 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 780: Sarasota, St Armads
1844 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on FL 780 West
794 ft · 24 sec
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Continue on Fruitville Road
5 mi · 9 min · Fruitville Road
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Turn left onto North School Avenue
152 m · 17 sec · North School Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
1434 ft · 39 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Coral Springs and Sarasota.
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 75 North
Merge slight left
191 mi · 03h 25m
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 Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sarasota.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Coral Springs to Sarasota?
The road trip is about 211.3 miles (340.1 km) and usually takes 03h 56m 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?
Vineyards is a useful midpoint, sitting about 105.7 miles from Coral Springs and 105.6 miles from Sarasota.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.6 miles (253.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:08 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.68 one way or $55.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 66.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Coral Springs and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Sarasota.
Stop Ideas Near Vineyards
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 Vineyards.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Coral Springs and Sarasota. Straight-line distance: 157.61 mi (253.65 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 Sarasota
The most populous city in Sarasota County, Florida.
| Population | 58,859 |
| Coordinates | 27.3364300, -82.5306500 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sarasota (-82.53065, 27.33643)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 340 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 38m |
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 | $3.72 | $27.68 | $55.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.20 | $31.30 | $62.61 |
| Premium | $4.54 | $33.85 | $67.69 |
| Diesel | $5.83 | $43.42 | $86.84 |
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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