How far is Sunset, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
The driving distance from Sunset, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunset and Fort Lauderdale.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunset and Fort Lauderdale.
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Start on Southwest 68th Street
632 ft · 35 sec · Southwest 68th Street
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Turn left onto Southwest 97th Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Southwest 97th Avenue
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Turn right onto Southwest 56th Street
2 mi · 4 min · Southwest 56th Street
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Turn left onto SR 826 North
2103 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 826 North
1205 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Palmetto Expressway
3.6 mi · 5 min · Palmetto Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Express Lanes
5.8 mi · 6 min · Express Lanes
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Take the exit slight right toward Northwest 122nd Street
42 m · 3 sec
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Merge slight right onto Palmetto Expressway
11.1 mi · 15 min · Palmetto Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward SRL 826 East: Beaches
2821 ft · 1 min
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Take the exit slight left
62 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Northwest 2nd Avenue
683 ft · 12 sec · Northwest 2nd Avenue
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Continue on I 95 North: Fort Lauderdale
590 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left
13.3 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
1.6 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on SR 842 East
142 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto West Broward Boulevard
1.7 mi · 4 min · West Broward Boulevard
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Continue on 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 Sunset 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 95 North
Merge slight left
13.3 mi · 00h 16m
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.
Sunny leaving Sunset and Sunny near Fort Lauderdale.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sunset to Fort Lauderdale?
The road trip is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Carol City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.6 miles from Sunset and 22.9 miles from Fort Lauderdale.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.35 one way or $12.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sunset and Sunny near Fort Lauderdale.
Stop Ideas Near Carol City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Aventura Mall
Miami Beach Parking Garage
Miramar Town Center
Juana’s Latin Sports Bar
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Carol City.
Miami Intermodal Center
Hollywood
Fort Lauderdale
Deerfield Beach
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sunset and Fort Lauderdale. Straight-line distance: 31.56 mi (50.79 km).
#1 Sunset
Census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida
| Population | 16,389 |
| Coordinates | 25.7059400, -80.3522800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| 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: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $6.35 | $12.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $7.49 | $14.98 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $6.66 | $13.31 |
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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