How far is Southwest Ranches, FL from Boynton Beach, FL?

The driving distance from Southwest Ranches, FL to Boynton Beach, FL is about 47.3 miles (76.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36.4 miles (58.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
47.29 mi
01h 00m
Flight
36.34 mi
58.49 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
36.34 mi
Kilometers
58.49 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
47.29 mi
Kilometers
76.1 km
Drive Time
01h 00m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Boynton Beach
Thu, Oct 15, 4:30 PM EDT
Return by in Southwest Ranches
Thu, Oct 15, 5:31 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Southwest Ranches
2026-10-15T15:30
Arrive Boynton Beach
Thu, Oct 15, 4:30 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:30 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Southwest Ranches
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Parkland
FL

City in Broward County, Florida, United States

From Southwest Ranches
23.7 mi
00h 30m
To Boynton Beach
23.6 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
90°F
Today

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 10:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 10 mph E
Destination
88°F
Today

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 10:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Southwest Ranches and Boynton Beach.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Southwest Ranches and Boynton Beach.

  1. 1

    Start on Southwest 142nd Avenue

    1530 ft · 1 min · Southwest 142nd Avenue

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Griffin Road

    1 km · 1 min · Griffin Road

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Naples

    1.1 km · 1 min

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    2.9 mi · 3 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Sawgrass Expressway

    23.1 mi · 27 min · Sawgrass Expressway

  6. 6

    Continue on Southwest 10th Street

    2.6 mi · 5 min · Southwest 10th Street

  7. 7

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach

    1827 ft · 46 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    15.1 mi · 17 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Woolbright Road

    1103 ft · 27 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Woolbright Road, Beaches

    669 ft · 17 sec

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto West Woolbright Road

    1916 ft · 48 sec · West Woolbright Road

  12. 12

    Turn left onto South Seacrest Boulevard

    1.2 km · 1 min · South Seacrest Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Southwest 2nd Avenue

    766 ft · 34 sec · Southwest 2nd Avenue

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 2nd Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Southwest Ranches and Boynton Beach.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
29.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Sawgrass Expressway
23.1 mi · 49%
I 95 North
15.5 mi · 33%
I 75 North
3.55 mi · 8%
Southwest 10th Street
2.6 mi · 6%
South Seacrest Boulevard
0.74 mi · 2%
Griffin Road
0.63 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Sawgrass Expressway

Keep slight right to continue on Sawgrass Expressway

23.1 mi · 00h 27m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.9 mi
36.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Parkland
00h 30m from Southwest Ranches
Leave By
4:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Southwest Ranches and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Boynton Beach.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Southwest Ranches to Boynton Beach?

The road trip is about 47.3 miles (76.1 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?

Parkland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.7 miles from Southwest Ranches and 23.6 miles from Boynton Beach.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 36.4 miles (58.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.02 one way or $14.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Southwest Ranches and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Boynton Beach.

Stop Ideas Near Parkland

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Parkland and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Deerfield Beach
Scenic stop 7.8 mi away

City of Deerfield Beach

Deerfield Beach , FL
150 NE 2nd Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Rating 3.0/5 16 reviews City Hall,City government office,Tourist information center
City Hall in the Mall
Meeting point 4.4 mi away

City Hall in the Mall

Coral Springs , FL
9239 W Atlantic Blvd, Coral Springs, FL 33071
Rating 4.1/5 86 reviews City Hall
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library
Nearby stop 9.4 mi away

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Lauderhill , FL
6399 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33313
Rating 3.5/5 32 reviews Public library

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Parkland.

RAIL

Deerfield Beach

12 mi away
1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd
RAIL

Delray Beach

22 mi away
345 South Congress Ave
RAIL

Fort Lauderdale

22 mi away
200 S.W. 21 Terrace
RAIL

Hollywood

34 mi away
3001 Hollywood Blvd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Southwest Ranches and Boynton Beach. Straight-line distance: 36.34 mi (58.49 km).

Southwest Ranches

#1 Southwest Ranches

Town in Broward County, Florida, United States

Population7,932
Coordinates26.0587000, -80.3372700
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Boynton Beach

#2 Boynton Beach

A city in Palm Beach County, Florida.

Population80,108
Coordinates26.5253500, -80.0664300
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: Southwest Ranches (-80.33727, 26.0587)
End: Boynton Beach (-80.06643, 26.52535)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 76 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.67 gal
6.32 L · about $7.02
Round trip
$14.03
3.34 gal · 12.64 L
Estimated CO2
14.8 kg one way
Round trip: 29.7 kg / 65 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.20 $7.02 $14.03
Mid-grade $4.68 $7.82 $15.63
Premium $5.01 $8.37 $16.73
Diesel $6.07 $10.14 $20.27

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Southwest Ranches and Boynton Beach. The current time is 15:30:33.

Distance to Other Cities

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