Buenaventura Lakes to Miramar is 203.6 miles and takes about 3h 49m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily on Florida's Turnpike, connecting two points within Florida. Expect a highly focused highway experience for the majority of your journey. With only one recommended stop, this route is designed for efficiency, making it a solid option if you need to get from point A to point B without many detours. Plan for a trip that prioritizes speed and directness.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
101.8 miles from Buenaventura Lakes, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
197.7 mi
3h 34m
East Osceola Parkway
1.2 mi
2m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
Southwest 72nd Avenue
1 mi
2m
Buenaventura Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
1m
Florida Parkway
0.2 mi
<1m
West Arcadia Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 197.7 mi, about 3h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buenaventura Lakes, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on Gardenia Road
466 ft·22 sec·Gardenia Road
2
Turn right onto Kumquat Lane
260 ft·16 sec·Kumquat Lane
3
Turn left onto Florida Parkway
0.2 mi·24 sec·Florida Parkway
4
Turn right onto Buenaventura Boulevard
0.7 mi·1 min·Buenaventura Boulevard
5
Turn left onto CR 522
1.2 mi·2 min·East Osceola Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left
0.4 mi·59 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll SouthUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
198 mi·3 hr 34 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi·2 min·Hollywood Boulevard
10
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft·19 sec·Pembroke Road
12
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft·25 sec·West Arcadia Drive
13
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft·12 sec·Tropicana Street
14
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
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Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 4 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. To make the most of your drive, consider departing in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you get closer to Miramar. While the longest stretch without a turnoff is substantial at 197.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike, plan for a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs or refuel if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on turnpikes. A good tip is to ensure your vehicle is topped off before you leave Buenaventura Lakes to maximize your time on the road.
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 101.8 miles from Buenaventura Lakes, FL, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 197.7 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 45 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 101.8 miles or 1h 53m 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 4m
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 Buenaventura Lakes, 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 Buenaventura Lakes, FL
This is one driving day of about 203.6 miles and 3h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Buenaventura Lakes, 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 197.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 203.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Kumquat Lane
Turn right onto Kumquat Lane
Navigation decision point
8
2.2 mi into trip|~5m in
Turn left toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
7
200.4 mi into trip|~3h 40m 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
201.9 mi into trip|~3h 44m in|Southwest 72nd Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
203.1 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|Tropicana Street
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.74 one way
$65.47 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.44
$35.61
$71.21
premium
$4.78
$38.30
$76.60
diesel
$6.18
$49.53
$99.06
Estimated Tolls: $13.84
Florida's Turnpike
(197.7 mi)$13.84
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
$33
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.1
0
$21.38
$9.77
Efficient EV
50.9
0
$17.82
$8.14
EV Truck/SUV
81.4
1
$28.50
$13.03
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Buenaventura Lakes, FL
Late night
in Buenaventura Lakes on Monday
Local time
3:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Mostly Sunny
NNE 15 to 20 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:56AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:21AM EDT until October 18 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Miramar, FL
Late night
in Miramar on Monday
Local time
3:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 16 to 22 mph76% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:56AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:21AM EDT until October 18 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 49m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the journey on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on Florida's Turnpike, experiencing a long, uninterrupted stretch of 197.7 miles. Expect consistent speed limits and limited interaction with local traffic for the bulk of the drive. The primary roads involved are Florida's Turnpike, East Osceola Parkway, and Hollywood Boulevard, indicating a transition from a major toll road to more localized arteries as you approach your destination. The profile suggests a smooth, albeit potentially monotonous, experience for drivers.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 197.7 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and East Osceola Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Kumquat Lane.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 49m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Kumquat Lane): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 197.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.84 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.
Yes — we found about 12 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Kumquat Lane): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 200.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
