How far is West Palm Beach, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale is 41.35 miles (66.55 km).
Flight distance from West Palm Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is 41.35 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from West Palm Beach, Florida to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is: 46.69 miles (75.14 km) by car.
Driving from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale will take approximately 00 hours 51 minutes.
#1 West Palm Beach
The most populous city in Palm Beach County, Florida. It is located on the Atlantic Ocean in southeastern Florida. West Palm Beach is known for its many beaches, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Palm Beach Zoo and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.
| Population | 112782 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 26°42'55"N 80°3'12"W |
| Latitude | 26.7153400 |
| Longitude | -80.0533700 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Lauderdale
The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida. It is located on the Atlantic Coast of Florida. Fort Lauderdale is known for its many beaches, its many canals, and its many attractions, such as the Fort Lauderdale Beach and the Sawgrass Mills.
| Population | 184245 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 26°7'20"N 80°8'36"W |
| Latitude | 26.1223100 |
| Longitude | -80.1433800 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Fort Lauderdale: East Broward Boulevard (-80.143382,26.122355)
Estimated Travel Time Between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale
The distance between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale is 75 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 50 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. The current time is 20:23:31.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 33 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 10 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 34 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.24 liters (1.65 gallon) of gas to cover the route between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale.
The estimated cost of gas to go from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale is $5.48 (diesel $7.17).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $5.48 | $6.16 | $6.7 | $7.17 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Florida ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.324 (Diesel $4.350) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
