How far is Orlando, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Fastest route
The distance between Orlando, Florida, USA and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA is approximately 212 miles, and the fastest route is via Florida's Tpke and I-95 S. The estimated travel time is 3 hours and 1 minute. Please note that this route has tolls.
Directions
To travel from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale, follow these directions:
- Get on I-4 Express:
- Head west on E South St toward S Orange Ave.
- Turn left to merge onto I-4 Express (Toll road).
- Follow Florida's Tpke and I-95 S to FL-842 E/W Broward Blvd in Fort Lauderdale:
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-4 Express (Toll road).
- Take the exit on the left toward Miami (Toll road).
- Merge onto Florida's Tpke (Toll road).
- Take exit 116 toward FL-706/Jupiter (Toll road).
- Use the 2nd from the right lane to turn left onto FL-706 E/W Indiantown Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto I-95 S via the ramp to W Palm Beach.
- Take exit 27 for FL-842/Broward Blvd toward Downtown.
- Arrive in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA:
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto FL-842 E/W Broward Blvd (signs for Broward Community College/Florida Atlantic Univ).
- Continue on FL-842 E/W Broward Blvd.
- Pass by Dunkin' (on the right in 0.5 mi).
- Arrive in Fort Lauderdale.
Facts
- 🚗 Distance: 212 miles
- ⏱️ Travel Time: 3 hr 1 min
- 🛣️ Route: Florida's Tpke and I-95 S
- 🏞️ Origin: Orlando, Florida, USA
- 🏖️ Destination: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
- 🎟️ Tolls: This route has tolls.
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Orlando and Fort Lauderdale is 183.35 miles (295.08 km).
Flight distance from Orlando, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is 183.35 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 25 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 23 minutes to travel from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Orlando, Florida to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is: 213.18 miles (343.07 km) by car.
Driving from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale will take approximately 03 hours 14 minutes.
#1 Orlando
The most populous city in Florida and the center of the Orlando metropolitan area. It is located in central Florida. Orlando is known for its theme parks, such as Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, and its many attractions, such as the Kennedy Space Center and the Orlando Museum of Art.
| Population | 289457 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 28°32'18"N 81°22'45"W |
| Latitude | 28.5383400 |
| Longitude | -81.3792400 |
| Altitude | 30 |
| 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 Orlando and Fort Lauderdale
The distance between Orlando and Fort Lauderdale is 343 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 48 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 Orlando and Fort Lauderdale. The current time is 05:36:14.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 02 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 39 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 28.48 liters (7.52 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Orlando and Fort Lauderdale.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Orlando to Fort Lauderdale is $25 (diesel $32.72).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $25 | $28.15 | $30.59 | $32.72 |
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 November 17, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Orlando 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.
