If you are planning to travel from Conway to Miami, you are looking at a 231.8-mile journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 24 minutes. This trip is best tackled as a single-day drive, as the duration is manageable for most travelers without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Florida’s Turnpike, I-95, and the Beachline Expressway to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of $39, it is an efficient route that keeps you moving through the Florida landscape. Because the trip is straightforward, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule.
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
115.9 miles from Conway, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
210.2 mi
3h 48m
I 95
9 mi
11m
Beachline Expressway
4.6 mi
6m
Conway Road
3.4 mi
6m
North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
1m
Anderson Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 210.2 mi, about 3h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Conway, FL and Miami, FL.
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Start on this road
246 ft·20 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Anderson Road
195 ft·10 sec·Anderson Road
3
Turn left onto FL 15
3.4 mi·6 min·Conway Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
5
Merge onto FL 528 Toll
4.6 mi·6 min·Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 4Toward US 17, US 92, US 441Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Oсala, MiamiUse the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn straight
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
9
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
210 mi·3 hr 48 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 SouthUse the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 3BToward Northwest 8th Street, Port of MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
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Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively quick drive, you can easily complete the journey with just one scheduled stop to stretch or refuel. Try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours, as the heavy reliance on major corridors like I-95 can lead to congestion. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is approximately $39, so checking your levels before hitting the Turnpike ensures you stay within that estimate. Because the longest leg spans over 210 miles, use your single stop strategically to break up the monotony of the highway. Being flexible with your start time is your biggest advantage for maintaining a smooth pace throughout the entire 231.8-mile trek.
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 115.9 miles from Conway, FL, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 210.2 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 51 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.9 miles or 2h 13m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Conway, 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 Conway, FL
This is one driving day of about 231.8 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Conway, 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 210.2 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 8.3 and 230.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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8.3 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward US 17, US 92, US 441
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 4
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441
8
8.6 mi into trip|~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike, Oсala, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Oсala, Miami
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220.5 mi into trip|~4h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 441
7
221.3 mi into trip|~4h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
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230.5 mi into trip|~4h 21m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of 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.
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.90 one way
$73.79 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$40.14
$80.27
premium
$4.72
$43.10
$86.20
diesel
$5.61
$51.18
$102.36
Estimated Tolls: $14.71
Florida's Turnpike
(210.2 mi)$14.71
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
$37
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.5
0
$24.34
$11.13
Efficient EV
58
0
$20.28
$9.27
EV Truck/SUV
92.7
1
$32.45
$14.84
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Conway, FL
Morning
in Conway on Sunday
Local time
10:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miami, FL
Morning
in Miami on Sunday
Local time
10:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
4h 24m 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...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 231.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience, as 96% of this route consists of high-speed transit. You will spend the vast majority of your time on Florida’s Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 210.2 miles. The road feels like a consistent interstate grind designed for speed rather than winding, scenic detours. As you transition between the Turnpike and I-95, the character remains uniform and focused on getting you to Miami as quickly as possible. Prepare for a steady pace behind the wheel, as the infrastructure is built to prioritize direct, long-distance travel.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 210.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.3 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 231.8 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 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 220.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Miami is a major city in the southeastern United States and the second most populous city in Florida. The Greater Miami metropolitan area is the largest in the state with an estimated population just under 6.1 million (2021), which makes it the 9th most populous metro area in the United States.
Although tourists generally consider Miami Beach to be part of Miami, it is its own municipality. Miami Beach sits on a barrier island east of Miami and Biscayne Bay. It is home to lots of beach resorts, and is one of the most popular spring break party destinations in the world. This article only covers the city of Miami, not Miami Beach.
Top landmarks
•Little Havana — neighborhood in Miami, Florida
•Vizcaya Museum and Gardens — historic estate on Biscayne Bay; Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 24m. Total distance: 231.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 24m 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 210.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.71 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.
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 Miami, 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 8.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 220.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Miami, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
