How far is Tampa, FL from Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Tampa and Fort Lauderdale is 190.26 miles (306.2 km).
Flight distance from Tampa, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is 190.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 31 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 28 minutes to travel from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Tampa, Florida to Fort Lauderdale, Florida is: 263.8 miles (424.54 km) by car.
Driving from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale will take approximately 03 hours 44 minutes.
#1 Tampa
The third most populous city in Florida and the center of the Tampa metropolitan area. It is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Tampa is known for its beaches, its Busch Gardens amusement park, and its many attractions, such as the Florida Aquarium and the Museum of Science and Industry.
| Population | 407599 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 27°56'51"N 82°27'30"W |
| Latitude | 27.9475200 |
| Longitude | -82.4584300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| 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 Tampa and Fort Lauderdale
The distance between Tampa and Fort Lauderdale is 425 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 43 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 Tampa and Fort Lauderdale. The current time is 00:04:42.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08 hours 47 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06 hours 35 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04 hours 23 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 17 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 35.24 liters (9.31 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Tampa and Fort Lauderdale.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Tampa to Fort Lauderdale is $30.94 (diesel $40.49).
Florida gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.32 | $3.74 | $4.07 | $4.35 |
| Total | $30.94 | $34.83 | $37.85 | $40.49 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Tampa 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.
