Orlando to Key West

[amyy]

We have 2 weeks planned in Disney this June but are thinking of spending a few days in Key West (where we have been 2x). There is such a great deal at the Ocean Key Resort that we are not sure we can pass it up. Is there anything to not miss on the drive down? We would fly in on a Sat around 6 and would like to spend the night between Orlando and Fort Lauderdale. Any recommendations? On Sun we would want to see Mary Poppins in Fort Lauderdale. Thinking of driving to Key West after the show or should we stay in FL, somewhere else on the way to Key West etc?
Thanks for your help.

 

[Hillbeans]

I did the drive many years ago, but from Ft. Lauderdale to Key West will take close to 4.5 hours, and I wouldn't drive it at night - the best part of that drive is seeing all the natural beauty. Sounds like a great trip! Have fun.

 

[margaretgary]

I agree, leave early and enjoy the ride to the Keys, but during the day.

 

[MiniGirl]

I thought it was about 6 hours, but it has been awhile. We also used to drive it from West Palm, so I could be getting it all mixed up. LOL!! If it were me, I would go as far as Key Largo and spend the night. I love driving over the overseas highway, and prefer to do it during the day. The keys are best experienced on "island time." Slow and relaxed.

 

[amyy]

Thanks for reminded me that it is farther from FL to Key West then I thought. The MP show is at 1:00 on Sunday but I bet we wouldn't be on the road until 3ish which might be pushing it if we want to stop for supper. In Feb we drove down in the dark (due to the other couple we were with) and it was a bummer because the year before we drove down in the day and it was the best part of the trip.