Spanning 613.3 miles from the Florida Panhandle to the southern tip of the state, this journey requires approximately 8 hours and 46 minutes of pure driving time. Because of the significant distance, you should plan for a two-day trip to avoid fatigue. You will primarily navigate via I-10 East, I-75 South, and Florida’s Turnpike South. Expect to set aside about $100 for fuel to complete the trek. While it is technically possible to push through in one long day, breaking the drive into two segments makes for a much more manageable experience as you transition from the northern region to the south.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
305.6 miles from Crestview, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 30m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
258 mi
4h 39m
I 10
239.2 mi
4h 16m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
North Ferdon Boulevard
2.7 mi
5m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
Southwest 72nd Avenue
1 mi
2m
Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
1m
West Arcadia Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 258 mi, about 4h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crestview, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on FL 85
2.7 mi·5 min·North Ferdon Boulevard
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Turn left
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 10 East: TallahasseeUse the left lane.
3
Merge onto I 10
239 mi·4 hr 16 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
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Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
258 mi·4 hr 39 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi·2 min·Hollywood Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft·19 sec·Pembroke Road
11
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft·25 sec·West Arcadia Drive
12
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft·12 sec·Tropicana Street
13
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
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Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
To make this 613.3-mile trip as smooth as possible, aim for an early morning departure to get ahead of peak traffic hours near major metropolitan areas. You should plan for at least two intentional stops to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping your $100 fuel budget in mind as you map out gas stations. Since you are splitting the trip over two days, look for lodging options near the halfway point to ensure your second day is less taxing. A smart strategy for this specific route is to monitor traffic reports on I-75 and the Turnpike closely, as these high-traffic corridors can experience sudden delays that might impact your arrival time.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 305.6 miles from Crestview, FL, or about 5h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 258 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 134 miles or 2h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 305.6 miles or 5h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 305.6 miles or 5h 30m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9h 56m
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 Crestview, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Crestview, FL
Aim for roughly 306 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Miramar, FL
Aim for roughly 306 miles and 5.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 134 miles from Crestview, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 258 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 610.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.7 mi into trip|~5m in
Turn left toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
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350 mi into trip|~6h 18m in|Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
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608 mi into trip|~10h 58m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
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609.5 mi into trip|~11h 1m in|Southwest 72nd Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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610.7 mi into trip|~11h 4m in|Tropicana Street
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$97.29 one way
$194.57 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg214 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$105.83
$211.66
premium
$4.72
$113.65
$227.30
diesel
$5.61
$134.95
$269.89
Estimated Tolls: $18.06
Florida's Turnpike
(258 mi)$18.06
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
$97
Tolls
$18
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$245–$355
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 213.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $64 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
183.4
2
$64.18
$29.34
Efficient EV
152.8
1
$53.48
$24.45
EV Truck/SUV
244.5
3
$85.57
$39.12
Gas CO2
214 kg
EV CO2
72 kg (66% less)
Plan for 2 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
Crestview, FL
Evening
in Crestview on Saturday
Local time
8:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Night
in Miramar on Saturday
Local time
9:06 PM
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
14 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
11h 6m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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 substantial interstate haul that transitions from the northern corridors of Florida down into the heart of the peninsula. Your path is defined by major arteries, relying heavily on I-10, I-75, and the Turnpike to cover the distance efficiently. You will face a monotonous, high-speed pace suited for long-distance cruising rather than technical maneuvering. Since this route is almost entirely highway-based, the experience is consistent and focused on steady forward progress. Stay alert as you transition between these major thoroughfares, as the traffic density will likely increase as you head further south.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 258 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 10. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 611.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 350 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 608 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Crestview, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Moderate complexity with 3 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 258 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 306 miles on day one.
Expect about $18.06 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 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 3 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 350 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 608 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 11.1 hours each way, a round trip means 22.2 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.
