Distance Guide
How far is Fort Lauderdale from Key West?
The distance between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Key West, FL is about 149 miles — roughly a 2 hr 43 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
149 mi
Drive time
2 hr 43 min
Midpoint
25.339°, -80.959°
Driving from Fort Lauderdale to Key West
Most drivers cover the 149-mile route in about 2 hr 43 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 75 miles each instead of 149. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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