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Trip from Apopka, FL to Miramar, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 20m

Distance

232.8 mi

375 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 8m ★
6 AM
4h 21m
8 AM
4h 47m
10 AM
4h 30m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 46m
8 PM
4h 13m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Apopka, FL

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Trip Overview

Driving from Apopka to Miramar covers a total distance of 232.8 miles, typically taking about 4 hours and 20 minutes of travel time. Because this is a relatively straightforward journey, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $39 for fuel for the one-way trip. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major toll roads, including Florida's Turnpike, the Western Beltway, and FL 451 Toll. While the route stays within Florida, it efficiently connects the inland region near Apopka to the coastal urban landscape of Miramar, making it a functional connection for commuters and travelers alike.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

116.4 miles from Apopka, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 216.7 mi 3h 55m
Western Beltway 7 mi 7m
FL 451 Toll 1.7 mi 2m
Hollywood Boulevard 1.1 mi 2m
Southwest 72nd Avenue 1 mi 2m
Orange Blossom Trail 1 mi 1m
Bahama Drive 0.4 mi 1m
West 3rd Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 216.7 mi, about 3h 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Apopka, FL and Miramar, FL.

1

Start on Central Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Central Avenue
2

Turn right onto West 3rd Street

0.1 mi · 33 sec · West 3rd Street
3

Turn slight right onto US 441

1.0 mi · 1 min · Orange Blossom Trail
4

Turn left onto FL 451 Toll

1.7 mi · 2 min · FL 451 Toll
Use the left lane.
5

Keep slight right at fork

1.7 mi · 1 min
Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto FL 429 Toll

7.0 mi · 7 min · Western Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 22 Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florida’s Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

217 mi · 3 hr 55 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Exit 49B Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto SR 820

1.1 mi · 2 min · Hollywood Boulevard
12

Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
13

At end of road, turn left onto SR 824

444 ft · 19 sec · Pembroke Road
14

Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive

527 ft · 25 sec · West Arcadia Drive
15

At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street

158 ft · 12 sec · Tropicana Street
16

Turn left onto Bahama Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Bahama Drive
17

Arrive at destination

Bahama Drive

Trip Plan

Planning your departure is straightforward given the manageable 4 hour and 20 minute duration, though it is wise to account for potential traffic patterns on the heavily traveled Turnpike. Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to leave when it best suits your schedule, but aiming for off-peak hours can help you avoid congestion. You only need to factor in one planned stop to maintain your energy levels during the long 216.7-mile stretch. Before heading out, ensure your SunPass or toll payment method is ready, as this route relies heavily on toll infrastructure. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the drive, as the $39 estimate assumes efficient highway speeds without excessive idling.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.4 miles from Apopka, FL, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 216.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 51 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 116.4 miles or 2h 9m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miramar, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Apopka, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Apopka, FL

This is one driving day of about 232.8 miles and 4h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Apopka, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 216.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Palm Bay, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Palm Bay, FL

116 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Orlando, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palm Bay, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 116.4 miles from Apopka, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 216.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · first break window

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the start, short detour

First break · 19min in 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kissimmee, Florida

2.9 mi

Café Barista - Kissimmee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kissimmee, Florida

3 mi

Best coffee break

True Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Apopka, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+14077032300

Calypso Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Apopka, Florida

2 mi

Paloma Parlor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Windermere, Florida

2.5 mi

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14072012627

Visit website

Café Barista - Kissimmee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14079351384

Visit website

True Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Apopka, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+14077032300

Calypso Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Apopka, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+14077037370

Visit website

Paloma Parlor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Windermere, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14078760895

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Okeechobee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Nehrling Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Gotha, Florida

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+14074459977

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

White Gator Swamp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078555496

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 231.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
3 mi into trip | ~4m in

Keep slight right at fork toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
8
11.7 mi into trip | ~14m in

Take the exit toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 22 Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
8
11.9 mi into trip | ~15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florida’s Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florid...
7
229.6 mi into trip | ~4h 12m in

Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 49B Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
6
231.2 mi into trip | ~4h 15m in | Southwest 72nd Avenue

Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.06 one way

$74.11 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $40.31 $80.62
premium $4.72 $43.29 $86.58
diesel $5.61 $51.40 $102.80

Estimated Tolls: $15.17

Florida's Turnpike (216.7 mi) $15.17

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Tolls

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 81.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 69.8 0 $24.44 $11.17
Efficient EV 58.2 0 $20.37 $9.31
EV Truck/SUV 93.1 1 $32.59 $14.90

Gas CO2

81 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Apopka, FL

Morning in Apopka on Tuesday

Local time

6:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Miramar, FL

Morning in Miramar on Tuesday

Local time

6:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

3 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 20m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a high-speed, highway-focused experience, as 94% of this 232.8-mile drive consists of major roadways. The journey is dominated by a long, uninterrupted stretch of 216.7 miles along Florida’s Turnpike, which sets a steady, consistent pace for the duration of your trip. Because of this high highway share, the route is less about scenic local winding roads and more about efficient, high-speed transit. You should be prepared for a focused drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers. Navigating the transitions between the Western Beltway and the Turnpike requires staying alert, but the road design is engineered to keep traffic moving reliably from start to finish.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 216.7 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Western Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 232.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Apopka, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala, Orlando and Titusville.

Florida’s Turnpike

11.7 mi in | ~14m

Miami

11.7 mi in | ~14m

Ocala

11.7 mi in | ~14m

Orlando

11.9 mi in | ~15m

Titusville

11.9 mi in | ~15m

About the Cities

Starting in Apopka, FL

Full guide →

Apopka is a city in Orange County, Florida. Apopka is referred to as the "Indoor Foliage Capital of the World" due to the many greenhouse nurseries there. It is home to about 55,000 people (census, 1 April 2020)

Arriving in Miramar, FL

Full guide →

Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 232.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 216.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $15.17 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Miramar, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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