This 275.8-mile journey from Bushnell, FL to Hialeah, FL will take approximately 5 hours and 16 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike, with brief stints on US 301 and Central Parkway, offering a largely highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $44, this route is budget-friendly for a single day's travel. The drive is best undertaken when you want a straightforward, efficient trip between these two Florida locations. Given the straightforward nature of the route, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stop.
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
137.9 miles from Bushnell, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 38m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
249.4 mi
4h 30m
US 301
6.9 mi
9m
Central Parkway
4 mi
6m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
2.8 mi
4m
CR 470
2.7 mi
4m
Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi
4m
Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi
2m
McNeill Drive
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 249.4 mi, about 4h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushnell, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on West Noble Avenue
0.9 mi·2 min·West Noble Avenue
2
Continue on US 301
6.9 mi·9 min·US 301
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto CR 470
2.5 mi·4 min·CR 470
Use the right lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto CR 470
188 ft·4 sec·Central Parkway
5
Continue on CR 470
0.3 mi·28 sec·Central Parkway
6
Enter roundabout onto CR 470
197 ft·4 sec·Central Parkway
7
Continue on CR 470
0.6 mi·1 min·Central Parkway
8
Enter roundabout onto CR 470
192 ft·4 sec·Central Parkway
9
Continue on CR 470
0.8 mi·1 min·Central Parkway
10
Enter roundabout onto CR 470
186 ft·3 sec·Central Parkway
11
Continue on CR 470
1.0 mi·1 min·Central Parkway
12
Enter roundabout onto Central Parkway
155 ft·2 sec·Central Parkway
13
Continue on Central Parkway
0.7 mi·1 min·Central Parkway
14
Enter roundabout onto Central Parkway
194 ft·4 sec·Central Parkway
15
Continue on Central Parkway
0.4 mi·40 sec·Central Parkway
16
Turn right onto McNeill Drive
526 ft·11 sec·McNeill Drive
17
Continue on McNeill Drive
1.1 mi·1 min·McNeill Drive
18
Continue on CR 470
0.1 mi·11 sec·CR 470
19
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·57 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South
20
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
249 mi·4 hr 30 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 2XToward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock StadiumUse the slight right lane.
22
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·21 sec·this road
23
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi·2 min·Northwest 199th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi·4 min·Northwest 37th Avenue
25
Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
For this 5-hour, 16-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Bushnell to maximize your day and potentially avoid heavier traffic closer to Hialeah. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey; plan your break strategically during the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike. The $44 fuel cost is manageable, but it's always wise to ensure your tank is full before departing. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach the South Florida metropolitan area. A key tip for this route is to utilize GPS navigation to smoothly transition between Florida's Turnpike, US 301, and Central Parkway as you near your destination.
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 137.9 miles from Bushnell, FL, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 249.4 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 61 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.9 miles or 2h 38m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bushnell, 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 Bushnell, FL
This is one driving day of about 275.8 miles and 5h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Bushnell, 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 249.4 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 266.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
7.8 mi into trip|~12m in|CR 470
Turn right onto CR 470
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
10.7 mi into trip|~17m in|CR 470 / Central Parkway
Enter roundabout onto CR 470 / Central Parkway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
16.3 mi into trip|~26m in|Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
265.7 mi into trip|~4h 57m 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...
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266.4 mi into trip|~4h 59m in|Northwest 199th Street
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.35 one way
$88.69 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$48.37
$96.75
premium
$4.78
$51.92
$103.85
diesel
$6.28
$68.15
$136.29
Estimated Tolls: $17.46
Florida's Turnpike
(249.4 mi)$17.46
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
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.5 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
82.7
1
$28.96
$13.24
Efficient EV
69
0
$24.13
$11.03
EV Truck/SUV
110.3
1
$38.61
$17.65
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
Bushnell, FL
Morning
in Bushnell on Thursday
Local time
6:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Mostly Sunny
NNE 14 to 17 mph13% chanceLive 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
6:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Mostly Sunny
NE 15 to 21 mph14% chanceLive 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
6 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 16m 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.
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 275.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 95% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 249.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed highways, you'll experience brief transitions onto US 301 and Central Parkway, offering minor variations in the driving environment. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration, prioritizing directness over winding country roads.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 249.4 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and US 301. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in near CR 470.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 16m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles (CR 470): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (CR 470 / Central Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
130 ft11 ft
Total Climb
63 ft
Total Descent
129 ft
Highest Point
130 ft
~39.4 mi in
Elevation Range
119 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bushnell, FL to Hialeah, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South along the way.
Bushnell is in Sumter County on the fringes of North Central Florida. The small settlement has a population of approximately 3,000 as of 2018, and the city dates back to the late 19th century, when a post office was established.
The longest stretch is about 249.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $17.46 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 16 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.
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 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles (CR 470): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (CR 470 / Central Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.5 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.
