How far is Lehigh Acres, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The driving distance from Lehigh Acres, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.1 miles (157.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Collier County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lehigh Acres and Fort Lauderdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lehigh Acres and Fort Lauderdale.
-
1
Start on Richmond Avenue North
2.6 mi · 6 min · Richmond Avenue North
-
2
Turn right onto Sunrise Boulevard
2073 ft · 57 sec · Sunrise Boulevard
-
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Homestead Road South
3.9 mi · 7 min · Homestead Road South
-
4
At the end of the road, turn left
12 mi · 15 min
-
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
8 m · 1 sec
-
6
Exit the roundabout
3.1 mi · 4 min
-
7
Turn left onto New Market Road West
2.2 mi · 4 min · New Market Road West
-
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Main Street
-
9
Continue on New Harvest Road
19.3 mi · 23 min · New Harvest Road
-
10
Turn left onto I 75 South: Miami
2693 ft · 1 min
-
11
Merge slight left onto Alligator Alley
61 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Alligator Alley
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on Port Everglades Expressway
10.1 mi · 12 min · Port Everglades Expressway
-
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
1302 ft · 32 sec
-
14
Turn straight onto I 595 East, SR 84 East
991 ft · 19 sec
-
15
Keep slight left to continue on SR 84 East
2 mi · 4 min
-
16
Keep slight right to continue on Marina Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Marina Boulevard
-
17
Turn left onto Southwest 4th Avenue
2736 ft · 1 min · Southwest 4th Avenue
-
18
Turn right onto Southwest 17th Street
1594 ft · 34 sec · Southwest 17th Street
-
19
Continue on Southeast 17th Street
780 ft · 25 sec · Southeast 17th Street
-
20
Turn left onto Southeast 3rd Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Southeast 3rd Avenue
-
21
Turn left onto East Broward Boulevard
988 ft · 35 sec · East Broward Boulevard
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Broward Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lehigh Acres and Fort Lauderdale.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Alligator Alley
Merge slight left onto Alligator Alley
61 mi · 01h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lehigh Acres and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Lauderdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lehigh Acres to Fort Lauderdale?
The road trip is about 123.1 miles (198.1 km) and usually takes 02h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Immokalee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.3 miles from Lehigh Acres and 61.8 miles from Fort Lauderdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.1 miles (157.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 25 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.00 one way or $36.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms around Lehigh Acres and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Lauderdale.
Stop Ideas Near Immokalee
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 Immokalee.
Fort Myers, Florida
Port Charlotte, Florida
Okeechobee
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lehigh Acres and Fort Lauderdale. Straight-line distance: 98.06 mi (157.82 km).
#1 Lehigh Acres
Census designated place
| Population | 86,784 |
| Coordinates | 26.6253500, -81.6248000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Lauderdale
The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
| Population | 184,245 |
| Coordinates | 26.1223100, -80.1433800 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Broward Boulevard (-80.143384, 26.122355)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $18.00 | $36.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.95 | $39.89 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $21.25 | $42.50 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $18.88 | $37.76 |
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 · Jun 03, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.