How far is Fort Lauderdale, FL from Gulf Gate Estates, FL?
The driving distance from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Gulf Gate Estates, FL is about 205.5 miles (330.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 165.9 miles (267 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 45m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Lauderdale and Gulf Gate Estates.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale and Gulf Gate Estates.
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Start on East Broward Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Broward Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 95 South: Miami
885 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 595 West
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Port Everglades Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Port Everglades Expressway
10.1 mi · 12 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Merge slight left
176.7 mi · 3 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 762: Nokomis, Laurel
1176 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 762 West
147 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto Laurel Road East
3.2 mi · 6 min · Laurel Road East
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Turn right onto Tamiami Trail
4.5 mi · 7 min · Tamiami Trail
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Continue on North Tamiami Trail
4.4 mi · 7 min · North Tamiami Trail
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Continue on South Tamiami Trail
57 m · 10 sec · South Tamiami Trail
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Tamiami Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Lauderdale and Gulf Gate Estates.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Port Everglades Expressway
Merge slight left
177 mi · 03h 09m
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 Rain Showers leaving Fort Lauderdale and Sunny near Gulf Gate Estates.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Gulf Gate Estates?
The road trip is about 205.5 miles (330.8 km) and usually takes 03h 52m 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?
Golden Gate is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.8 miles from Fort Lauderdale and 102.8 miles from Gulf Gate Estates.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 165.9 miles (267 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.6 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 9:14 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.07 one way or $60.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Fort Lauderdale and Sunny near Gulf Gate Estates.
Stop Ideas Near Golden Gate
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Lauderdale and Gulf Gate Estates. Straight-line distance: 165.88 mi (266.96 km).
#1 Fort Lauderdale
The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
| Population | 184,245 |
| Coordinates | 26.1223100, -80.1433800 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gulf Gate Estates
Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida
| Population | 10,911 |
| Coordinates | 27.2517300, -82.5147100 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gulf Gate Estates (-82.51471, 27.25173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 331 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 33m |
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 | $30.07 | $60.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $33.32 | $66.64 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $35.50 | $70.99 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $31.54 | $63.07 |
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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