This 283.7-mile drive from Cheval to Miramar, Florida, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 5 hours and 22 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 93% of the journey on high-speed roads. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $45, making it an economical option for a cross-state journey. Given its highway-focused profile, this route is best suited for those looking to cover ground efficiently rather than for a leisurely sightseeing tour. Plan for one primary stop to break up the longest stretch.
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
141.9 miles from Cheval, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
256.6 mi
4h 35m
Port Everglades Expressway
5.4 mi
6m
South University Drive
4.6 mi
8m
State Road 54
4.4 mi
6m
North Dale Mabry Highway
3.7 mi
5m
North University Drive
2.5 mi
4m
SR 84
1.6 mi
2m
Cheval Boulevard
1.3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 256.6 mi, about 4h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheval, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on Place Marquette
265 ft·13 sec·Place Marquette
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Turn right onto Biarritz Avenue
0.2 mi·1 min·Biarritz Avenue
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At end of road, turn left onto Cheval Boulevard
0.9 mi·3 min·Cheval Boulevard
4
At end of road, turn right onto Cheval Boulevard
0.4 mi·1 min·Cheval Boulevard
5
At end of road, turn left onto FL 597
3.7 mi·5 min·North Dale Mabry Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn straight onto US 41
0.3 mi·30 sec·Land O' Lakes Boulevard
7
Turn right onto FL 54
4.4 mi·6 min·State Road 54
Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.
8
Continue on FL 56
0.4 mi·38 sec·State Road 56
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on FL 56
0.1 mi·8 sec·FL 56
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·13 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
12
Merge onto I 75
1.0 mi·1 min·I 75
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
74 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 75
Toward South I 75: NaplesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi·3 hr 14 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
5.4 mi·6 min·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 5; 6Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University DriveUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 5Toward SR 84 EastUse the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto SR 84
1.6 mi·2 min·SR 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto SR 817
3.6 mi·6 min·South University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on SR 817
2.5 mi·4 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on SR 817
1.0 mi·1 min·South University Drive
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto SR 824
0.6 mi·1 min·Pembroke Road
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Island Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Island Drive
24
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
0.4 mi·1 min·Miramar Boulevard
25
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
91 ft·4 sec·Bahama Drive
26
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour and 22-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Cheval to avoid any potential traffic, especially as you get closer to the South Florida region. With a longest stretch of 256.6 miles on I-75, planning one substantial stop around the halfway point will help you stay refreshed. The estimated fuel cost of $45 is manageable, but it’s always wise to check your fuel levels before embarking. Keep an eye out for changes in speed limits as you transition from I-75 to Port Everglades Expressway and then onto South University Drive as you enter Miramar.
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 141.9 miles from Cheval, FL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.6 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 62 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.9 miles or 2h 40m 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 18m
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 Cheval, 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 Cheval, FL
This is one driving day of about 283.7 miles and 5h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Cheval, 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 75 for about 256.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.1 and 273.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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12.1 mi into trip|~21m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South I 75: Naples
6
86.4 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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267.7 mi into trip|~4h 55m in|I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
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273.1 mi into trip|~5h 1m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5; 6
Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Driv...
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273.3 mi into trip|~5h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 84 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward SR 84 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.16 one way
$90.31 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg99 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$49.12
$98.25
premium
$4.72
$52.75
$105.51
diesel
$5.61
$62.64
$125.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
85.1
1
$29.79
$13.62
Efficient EV
70.9
0
$24.82
$11.35
EV Truck/SUV
113.5
1
$39.72
$18.16
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Cheval, FL
Late night
in Cheval on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Late night
in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
8 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 22m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 93% of your travel occurring on interstates and expressways. The character of the drive is largely defined by I-75, which will carry you for a significant 256.6-mile stretch. This means you can expect a steady pace for the majority of your journey. While the bulk of the route is highway, the final leg will involve transitioning to local roads like South University Drive as you approach Miramar. This highway-centric profile suggests a drive geared towards reaching your destination promptly.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 256.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 283.7 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 12.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 267.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): 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.
On the drive from Cheval, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 22m. Total distance: 283.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 256.6 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 12.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 267.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Miramar, FL before the return drive.
