Trip from Bunnell, FL to Hialeah, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 11m

Distance

274.5 mi

442 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 58m ★

6 AM

5h 11m

8 AM

5h 38m

10 AM

5h 21m

12 PM

5h 18m

3 PM

5h 22m

5 PM

5h 37m

8 PM

5h 3m

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

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Bunnell, FL

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city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States

Hialeah, FL

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Trip Overview

This 274.5-mile drive from Bunnell, FL to Hialeah, FL is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 11 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a portion on US Highway 1, making it a heavily highway-focused journey. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $44. Given the relatively short duration and straightforward road profile, it's a manageable day trip for most travelers looking to get from the northern part of Florida to the southern part efficiently. You'll experience a consistent driving environment throughout.

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

137.2 miles from Bunnell, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	144.1 mi	2h 35m
Florida's Turnpike	106.2 mi	1h 57m
US Highway 1	6.3 mi	7m
State Street	5.8 mi	8m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector	2.8 mi	4m
Northwest 37th Avenue	2.6 mi	4m
Northwest 199th Street	1.8 mi	2m
East 8th Avenue	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 144.1 mi, about 2h 35m

Traffic on I-95

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 94 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~3,080 veh/hr typical · worst 3,935

Quietest

2 AM

~237 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

13×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bunnell, FL and Hialeah, FL.

Start on US 1; FL 100

0.1 mi · 19 sec · State Street

Continue on US 1; FL 100

5.7 mi · 7 min · State Street

Enter roundabout onto US 1

115 ft · 2 sec · US Highway 1

Continue on US 1

6.3 mi · 7 min · US Highway 1

Use the left lane.

Turn left

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Toward I 95 South: Miami

Merge onto I 95

144 mi · 2 hr 35 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec

Exit 129 Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

492 ft · 12 sec

Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee Use the right lane.

Merge onto FL 70

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Okeechobee Road

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Use the left / uturn lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South Use the left lane.

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

106 mi · 1 hr 57 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 2X Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 21 sec · this road

Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street

1.8 mi · 2 min · Northwest 199th Street

Use the left / right lanes.

Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · Northwest 37th Avenue

Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector

2.8 mi · 4 min · Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector

Continue on SR 953

0.7 mi · 1 min · East 8th Avenue

Turn right onto SR 932

0.5 mi · 1 min · East 49th Street

Turn left onto East 4th Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 4th Avenue

Turn right onto East 39th Street

0.2 mi · 49 sec · East 39th Street

Arrive at destination

East 39th Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5-hour, 11-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic as you approach South Florida. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 144.1 miles, you can plan your breaks strategically. Aim to refuel before leaving Bunnell or after your first significant leg to manage the $44 fuel cost effectively. Given the highway-centric nature, staying alert on I-95 and Florida's Turnpike is key. The flexibility of a single-day trip means you can adjust your pace as needed.

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 137.2 miles from Bunnell, FL, or about 2h 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.1 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 60 miles or 1h 7m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 137.2 miles or 2h 30m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 9m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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 Bunnell, FL

This is one driving day of about 274.5 miles and 5h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Bunnell, 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 I 95 for about 144.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Saint Lucie, FL

137 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

Titusville, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 137.2 miles from Bunnell, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

0.4 mi from route

50381

0.7 mi from route

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

Amelia Earhart Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hialeah, Florida

+13056858389

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 12.3 and 264.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

12.3 mi into trip | ~16m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

156.5 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in

Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce

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 129 Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce

156.9 mi into trip | ~2h 52m in

Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee

157.7 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

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

Use the left lane. Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

264.4 mi into trip | ~4h 52m in

Take the exit toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2X Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadiu...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.14 one way

$88.27 round trip

$4.08/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$48.15	$96.29
premium	$4.78	$51.68	$103.36
diesel	$6.28	$67.83	$135.65

Estimated Tolls: $7.43

Florida's Turnpike (106.2 mi) $7.43

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

$44

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$77–$102

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 96 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	82.4	1	$28.82	$13.18
Efficient EV	68.6	0	$24.02	$10.98
EV Truck/SUV	109.8	1	$38.43	$17.57

Gas CO2

96 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 19, 2026

Origin

Bunnell, FL

Morning in Bunnell on Thursday

Local time

6:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

N 15 to 21 mph 33% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Destination

Hialeah, FL

Morning in Hialeah on Thursday

Local time

6:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Mostly Sunny

NE 15 to 21 mph 14% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville 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

10 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

5h 11m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Canaveral National Seashore

National Seashore

Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...

9 mi from route ~21 min detour $25 near mile 59

View on nps.gov

Fort Matanzas National Monument

National Monument

Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...

17 mi from route ~43 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Biscayne National Park

National Park

Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 285

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for 94% of this route, covering 274.5 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 144.1 miles on I-95, so be prepared for sustained highway travel. While the majority is on interstates and turnpikes, there's a segment on US Highway 1 that might offer a slight change of pace. The road character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over scenic detours. You'll be moving at highway speeds for most of the journey.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 144.1 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.3 miles in near I 95.

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 16 significant decision points across 274.5 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 12.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 156.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

37 ft 7 ft

Total Climb

39 ft

Total Descent

54 ft

Highest Point

37 ft

~235.3 mi in

Elevation Range

30 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Bunnell, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.

Fort Pierce

156.5 mi in | ~2h 51m

Miami

157.7 mi in | ~2h 54m

Florida's Turnpike South

157.7 mi in | ~2h 54m

Detours Along the Way

Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.

Marpiosa Cafe

Cafe

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Starbucks

Cafe

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Miami Springs, FL

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Visit website

Cali Coffee

Cafe

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Isabella's Coffee

Cafe

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Hobe Sound, FL

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Restaurant

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Cuisine: italian

Wendy's

Fast_food

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Pompano Beach, FL

Cuisine: burger

Hours: 07:00-22:00

Visit website

Dunkin'

Fast_food

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Melbourne, FL

Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop

Hours: 05:00-19:00

Visit website

Taco Bell

Fast_food

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Pompano Beach, FL

Cuisine: tex-mex

Hours: Mo-Th 08:00-02:00; Fr-Sa 08:00-03:00; Su...

Visit website

Milander Park

Park

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Girls SummerCamp

Camp_site

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Pompano Park

Park

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Butterfly World

Attraction

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Coconut Creek, FL

Hours: Mo-Sa 9:00-17:00;Su 11:00-17:00

Visit website

Buccaneer Park

Park

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Wilson Park

Park

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Okeeheelee Nature Center

Museum

Camp_site

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Hotel

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

West Palm Beach, FL

Visit website

Lazy Palms

Hotel

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hours: 24/7

Visit website

saint Lucie locks

Camp_site

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.

About the Cities

Starting in Bunnell, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1913

Top landmarks

• Holden House
• Bunnell Coquina City Hall — unique one-story public building constructed of locally quarried coquina stone
• Bunnell Water Tower — water tower in Bunnell, Florida

Arriving in Hialeah, FL

Full guide →

Hialeah is a city in the Greater Miami region of Florida.

Top landmarks

• Hialeah Park Race Track — racecourse in South Florida
• Hialeah Seaboard Air Line Railway Station — railway station in Hialeah, the United States of America

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 5h 11m. Total distance: 274.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 11m 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 144.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.43 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 19 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.

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 Hialeah, 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. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Canaveral National Seashore, Fort Matanzas National Monument and Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hialeah, FL before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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