How far is Fort Lauderdale, FL from Warm Mineral Springs, FL?
The driving distance from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Warm Mineral Springs, FL is about 183.9 miles (296 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146 miles (234.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 03m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Lauderdale and Warm Mineral Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale and Warm Mineral Springs.
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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
151.2 mi · 2 hr 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 769: Arcadia, Port Charlotte
2145 ft · 55 sec
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Turn straight onto Kings Highway
2005 ft · 40 sec · Kings Highway
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Turn right onto Veterans Boulevard
6.9 mi · 11 min · Veterans Boulevard
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Turn right onto Tamiami Trail
7.7 mi · 12 min · Tamiami Trail
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Turn right onto Ortiz Boulevard
1.3 km · 2 min · Ortiz Boulevard
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Turn right onto San Servando Avenue
154 m · 22 sec · San Servando Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · San Servando Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Lauderdale and Warm Mineral Springs.
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
151 mi · 02h 42m
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.
Sunny leaving Fort Lauderdale and Sunny near Warm Mineral Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Lauderdale to Warm Mineral Springs?
The road trip is about 183.9 miles (296 km) and usually takes 03h 31m 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 92 miles from Fort Lauderdale and 92 miles from Warm Mineral Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146 miles (234.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.9 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 9:56 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.92 one way or $53.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Fort Lauderdale and Sunny near Warm Mineral Springs.
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 Warm Mineral Springs. Straight-line distance: 145.94 mi (234.87 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 Warm Mineral Springs
Census-designated place in Sarasota County, Florida
| Population | 5,061 |
| Coordinates | 27.0597800, -82.2600900 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Warm Mineral Springs (-82.26009, 27.05978)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 296 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
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 | $26.92 | $53.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $29.83 | $59.66 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $31.78 | $63.55 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $28.23 | $56.46 |
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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