This 262.2-mile drive from Center Hill to Hialeah is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 7 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing Florida's Turnpike, with brief sections on FL 50 and CR 469, this route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 96% of it being on major roadways. With a projected fuel cost of around $42, it's an efficient trip for a single day, especially considering the longest uninterrupted stretch is a considerable 225.7 miles on the Turnpike. You'll be traversing within the state of Florida for the entirety of this journey, making it a straightforward point-to-point adventure.
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
131.1 miles from Center Hill, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
225.7 mi
4h 5m
FL 50
20 mi
31m
CR 469
5.7 mi
9m
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
East 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 225.7 mi, about 4h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Center Hill, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Palm Avenue
78 ft·9 sec·Palm Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto CR 48
137 ft·2 sec·East Kings Highway
3
Continue on CR 469
5.7 mi·9 min·CR 469
4
At end of road, turn left onto FL 50
8.3 mi·13 min·FL 50
5
Continue on FL 50
4.6 mi·7 min·FL 50
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on FL 50
0.5 mi·55 sec·FL 50
7
Continue on FL 50
3.0 mi·4 min·FL 50
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on FL 50
3.5 mi·5 min·FL 50
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
11
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
226 mi·4 hr 5 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 2XToward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock StadiumUse the slight right lane.
13
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·21 sec·this road
14
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi·2 min·Northwest 199th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi·4 min·Northwest 37th Avenue
16
Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Given the 5-hour duration, starting your journey from Center Hill in the morning is advisable to arrive in Hialeah with ample daylight. The route features one primary stop suggestion, but with 262.2 miles to cover, plan for at least one break to stretch your legs, especially during the 225.7-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $42, and be aware that extensive highway driving can sometimes lead to fewer immediate service areas compared to local roads. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained highway speeds before you depart.
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 131.1 miles from Center Hill, FL, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 225.7 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 58 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.1 miles or 2h 37m 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 8m
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 Center Hill, 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 Center Hill, FL
This is one driving day of about 262.2 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Center Hill, 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 225.7 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 252.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 48 / East Kings Highway
Turn sharp left onto CR 48 / East Kings Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
25.7 mi into trip|~42m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
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.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
5
26.5 mi into trip|~43m 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
252.2 mi into trip|~4h 49m 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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252.9 mi into trip|~4h 50m in|Northwest 199th Street
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.16 one way
$84.32 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$45.99
$91.98
premium
$4.78
$49.36
$98.73
diesel
$6.28
$64.79
$129.57
Estimated Tolls: $15.80
Florida's Turnpike
(225.7 mi)$15.80
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
$42
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.7
0
$27.53
$12.59
Efficient EV
65.6
0
$22.94
$10.49
EV Truck/SUV
104.9
1
$36.71
$16.78
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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 Oct 22, 2026
Origin
Center Hill, FL
Morning
in Center Hill on Saturday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Clear
NNE 6 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 21 at 8:35PM EDT until October 24 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 21 at 2:41PM EDT until October 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Morning
in Hialeah on Saturday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Mostly Clear
N 9 mph7% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 21 at 8:35PM EDT until October 24 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 21 at 2:41PM EDT until October 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami 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
15 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 7m 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 262.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this trip, as 96% of the 262.2 miles are on major roadways. The personality of this route is largely defined by the 225.7-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent, high-speed experience. While FL 50 and CR 469 offer brief diversions, the dominant character remains that of efficient highway travel. This means you'll likely experience a steady pace with minimal need for complex navigation, making it a predictable journey for most of its duration.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 225.7 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 50. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 48 / East Kings Highway.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 262.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 48 / East Kings Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 25.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
126 ft7 ft
Total Climb
36 ft
Total Descent
128 ft
Highest Point
126 ft
~18.7 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.
Between Center Hill, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 7m. Total distance: 262.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 225.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $15.80 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 14 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 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 48 / East Kings Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 25.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.5 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 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 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.
