Car, bus, boat. (or you can fly, but no commercial flights that I know of)
Usually by car.
Ft. Lauderdale is farther from Key West then Miami. Therefore it is easier to drive from Miami to Key West.
189 miles
185 miles taking this route:Take Florida's TURNPIKE (toll road) - SOUTH, from Ft. Lauderdale, to U.S. 1 SOUTH to KEY WEST at END - TURNPIKE in Homestead.Take U.S. 1 SOUTH to Key West.
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185 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Key West is 189.26 miles and would take 3 hours and 42 minutes to drive. [Source: Mapquest]
185 miles taking this route:Take Florida's TURNPIKE (toll) SOUTH, from Ft. Lauderdale, to U.S. 1 SOUTH to KEY WEST at END Florida's TURNPIKE in Homestead.Take U.S. 1 SOUTH to Key West.
The Keys are 120 miles long. PBI to Key West is 229 miles.
The Keys are 120 miles long. Fort Lauderdale to Key West is 188 miles.
Yes, there is a boat shuttle service that operates between Fort Lauderdale and Key West. Companies like the Key West Express offer ferry services that provide a scenic ride across the waters. The journey typically takes about 3.5 to 4 hours, allowing passengers to enjoy the beautiful views along the way. It's advisable to check the schedule and book in advance, especially during peak travel seasons.
The driving distance from Key West to Fort Lauderdale is approximately 160 miles, which would take around 3 to 4 hours to drive depending on traffic conditions.