How far is Suncoast Estates, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The driving distance from Suncoast Estates, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is about 147.8 miles (237.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 34m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Collier County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Suncoast Estates and Fort Lauderdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suncoast Estates and Fort Lauderdale.
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Start on McDaniel Drive
2185 ft · 2 min · McDaniel Drive
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Turn left onto Laurel Lane
1309 ft · 38 sec · Laurel Lane
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Turn right onto Hart Drive
1 km · 2 min · Hart Drive
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Continue on Hart Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Hart Road
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Turn left onto Bayshore Road
4 mi · 6 min · Bayshore Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75: Naples
2338 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
124 mi · 2 hr 13 min
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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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Take the exit slight right toward FL 84 East: Marina Mile Boulevard
1302 ft · 32 sec
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Turn straight onto I 595 East, FL 84 East
991 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on FL 84 East
2 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Marina Boulevard
1.6 mi · 3 min · Marina Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest 4th Avenue
2736 ft · 1 min · Southwest 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto Southwest 17th Street
1594 ft · 34 sec · Southwest 17th Street
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Continue on Southeast 17th Street
780 ft · 25 sec · Southeast 17th Street
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Turn left onto Southeast 3rd Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Southeast 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto East Broward Boulevard
988 ft · 35 sec · East Broward Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Broward Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Suncoast Estates and Fort Lauderdale.
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
Merge slight left
124 mi · 02h 13m
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 leaving Suncoast Estates and Mostly Cloudy near Fort Lauderdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Suncoast Estates to Fort Lauderdale?
The road trip is about 147.8 miles (237.8 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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 73.6 miles from Suncoast Estates and 74.2 miles from Fort Lauderdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.5 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 1:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.61 one way or $43.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Suncoast Estates and Mostly Cloudy 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
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Suncoast Estates and Fort Lauderdale. Straight-line distance: 114.28 mi (183.91 km).
#1 Suncoast Estates
Census-designated place in Lee County, Florida
| Population | 4,384 |
| Coordinates | 26.7117400, -81.8689700 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| 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: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $21.61 | $43.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $23.95 | $47.89 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $25.51 | $51.02 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $22.66 | $45.33 |
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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