Davie’s Location Advantage

Davie sits at the geographic center of Broward County, which gives it something most South Florida suburbs cannot offer: roughly equal access in every direction. Whether you commute east to downtown Fort Lauderdale, south to Miami, north toward Palm Beach County, or west to the Sawgrass corporate corridor, Davie keeps your drive under an hour in normal conditions.

That central positioning is reinforced by Davie’s highway infrastructure. The town is served by four major limited-access roads, meaning you are never more than a few minutes from an on-ramp regardless of which neighborhood you live in. For buyers comparing commute quality across Broward County, this is the single biggest advantage Davie holds over communities that sit on only one major corridor.

Highway Access: I-595, I-75, Florida Turnpike, and Sawgrass

Understanding Davie’s highway network is essential for evaluating any home purchase here. Each corridor serves a different commute pattern.

I-595 (East–West)

I-595 is Davie’s primary commuting artery. It runs directly through the center of town, connecting the western residential areas to I-75, the Florida Turnpike, US-441, I-95, and the Port Everglades / Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport area to the east. The I-595 Express Lanes (reversible, tolled) reduce peak-hour commute variability significantly, making eastbound morning commutes and westbound evening returns more predictable than surface-road alternatives.

I-75 (North–South)

I-75 runs along Davie’s western edge, providing fast north-south access. Northbound, it connects to Sunrise, Coral Springs, Coconut Creek, and eventually Palm Beach County. Southbound, I-75 merges into State Road 826 toward Miami Lakes, Doral, and western Miami-Dade. For buyers working in the Sawgrass Mills area or Sunrise corporate parks, western Davie neighborhoods near I-75 offer a 15-to-20-minute commute.

Florida Turnpike

The Turnpike crosses through Davie roughly at the midpoint between east and west. It provides a fast, tolled route north to Palm Beach County (45 to 60 minutes) and south through Miami-Dade. Buyers who commute to Boca Raton or the Aventura / North Miami corridor often prefer the Turnpike for its consistent speeds.

Sawgrass Expressway

Accessible from I-75 or I-595, the Sawgrass Expressway runs north through Sunrise and Coral Springs. It is the fastest route to the Sawgrass Mills commercial district, the BB&T Center (now Amerant Bank Arena) area, and the growing corporate office cluster along the Sawgrass corridor.

Drive Times from Davie

The following drive times reflect typical conditions. During peak rush hour (7:00–9:00 AM eastbound, 4:30–6:30 PM westbound), add 10 to 20 minutes for I-595 corridor destinations unless using Express Lanes.

Public Transit Options

Davie is served by Broward County Transit (BCT), the county’s fixed-route bus system. While South Florida remains a car-dependent region, Davie has more transit coverage than many suburban Broward communities, largely because of the university corridor (Nova Southeastern, Broward College, McFatter Technical College) running through the town’s eastern half.

BCT Routes Serving Davie

Six BCT routes operate within Davie’s boundaries:

• Route 2 – Runs along University Drive, connecting Davie to Hollywood and northern Broward
• Route 9 – Serves the Griffin Road corridor east-west
• Route 12 – Covers Davie Road and connects to the Tri-Rail station area
• Route 16 – Runs along Pine Island Road and connects to Plantation
• University Breeze – Express service connecting the university corridor to key transit hubs
• Davie Blue and Green community buses – Local circulators (Green Route is free)

BCT Fares

For full schedules and route maps, visit the Town of Davie Public Transportation page or the BCT schedule portal.

Tri-Rail Connection

Tri-Rail is South Florida’s commuter rail line running from Miami-Dade through Broward to Palm Beach County. While Davie does not have its own Tri-Rail station, two stations are nearby:

• Sheridan Street Station – Located just south of Davie’s eastern neighborhoods, easily accessible via Sheridan Street or I-95
• Fort Lauderdale Airport Station – Connected to FLL airport and accessible via the free SFEC Campus Shuttle from Davie

Tri-Rail is a practical option for commuters heading to downtown Fort Lauderdale, downtown Miami (via transfer to Metrorail), or northbound to Boca Raton and West Palm Beach. The free SFEC shuttle makes this connection seamless for Davie residents near the university corridor.

Free Community Shuttles

Davie offers two free transportation services that reduce car dependency for local trips and transit connections:

These free services are especially useful for residents in eastern Davie near the university corridor, where transit infrastructure is most concentrated.

Commute by Neighborhood: Western Davie vs. Eastern Davie

Davie stretches roughly 10 miles from east to west, so your commute profile changes substantially depending on which part of town you buy in. This is one of the most important variables for buyers to understand.

Western Davie (West of Hiatus Road / Nob Hill Road)

Neighborhoods in western Davie—communities near Shotgun Road, Stirling Road west of I-75, and the Griffin Road corridor west of Flamingo Road—offer larger lots, more equestrian properties, and a quieter residential character. The commute tradeoff:

• I-75 access: Excellent. Northern Broward, Sawgrass corridor, and Miami-Dade via 826 are all fast.
• I-595 Express Lanes: Accessible, making the eastbound morning commute manageable.
• Downtown Fort Lauderdale: 25 to 30 minutes (longer during peak without Express Lanes).
• FLL Airport: 20 to 25 minutes.
• Transit access: Limited. Car-dependent. No community shuttle coverage.

Eastern Davie (East of Hiatus Road / University Drive Corridor)

Eastern Davie is denser, more urban-adjacent, and benefits from proximity to the university corridor, I-95 (via I-595), and the Tri-Rail connection. The commute profile:

• Downtown Fort Lauderdale: 20 to 25 minutes, often less.
• FLL Airport: 15 minutes.
• Miami Brickell: 40 to 45 minutes via I-95 South.
• Transit access: Strong for suburban Broward. BCT routes, SFEC shuttle, and Davie Green Route all serve this area.
• Tri-Rail: Reachable via free shuttle, making car-free commutes to downtown FTL or Miami feasible.

Buyers prioritizing short commutes to Fort Lauderdale or Miami should focus on eastern Davie. Buyers who work in the Sawgrass corridor, work remotely, or prioritize land and space over commute time will find western Davie more compelling.

Airport Access

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is Davie’s closest commercial airport, and it is one of the fastest-growing airports in the United States.

• From eastern Davie: 15 minutes via I-595 East. Straightforward, minimal route complexity.
• From western Davie: 20 to 25 minutes via I-595 East.

Miami International Airport (MIA) is approximately 35 to 45 minutes south via I-75 to 826 or the Turnpike. For domestic flights, FLL is almost always the better option from Davie due to shorter drive times, easier parking, and smaller terminal crowds. For international routes not served by FLL, MIA remains accessible within a reasonable drive.

The free SFEC Campus Shuttle also connects to the Fort Lauderdale Airport Tri-Rail station, providing a no-cost transit link to FLL for residents near the university corridor.