DeBary, FL to Miramar, FL is 244.1 miles and takes about 4h 38m via Florida's Turnpike and I 4, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, single-day trip entirely within Florida, connecting two points in the same state. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making it a rather efficient drive. Plan for a single rest stop, as the longest stretch between them is over 200 miles. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick and direct transit between these two Florida locations.
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
122.1 miles from DeBary, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
208.6 mi
3h 46m
I 4
25.9 mi
32m
Charles Richard Beall Boulevard
3 mi
4m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
Southwest 72nd Avenue
1 mi
2m
C.R. Beall Boulevard
0.6 mi
<1m
Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
1m
West Arcadia Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 208.6 mi, about 3h 46m
Traffic on I-4
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 30 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,425 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~489 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 50 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeBary, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on US 17; US 92
3.0 mi·4 min·Charles Richard Beall Boulevard
2
Continue on US 17; US 92
0.6 mi·56 sec·C.R. Beall Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 West
4
Merge onto I 4
8.8 mi·10 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
10 mi·13 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 84BToward Ivanhoe BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
7
Continue on this road
0.5 mi·1 min·this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
8
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·34 sec·this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
9
Merge onto I 4
6.7 mi·8 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 77Toward Miami, OcalaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·15 sec·this road
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
209 mi·3 hr 46 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi·2 min·Hollywood Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft·19 sec·Pembroke Road
18
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft·25 sec·West Arcadia Drive
19
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft·12 sec·Tropicana Street
20
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 38m estimated drive time, leaving DeBary, FL in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Miramar with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, consider making it a substantial break around the halfway point, perhaps after covering the initial 120 miles. The longest stretch without a planned stop is over 200 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. The fuel cost is estimated at $42, so factoring that into your budget is wise. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, being mindful of potential traffic congestion closer to Miramar is advisable.
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 122.1 miles from DeBary, FL, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.6 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 54 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.1 miles or 2h 21m 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 46m
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 DeBary, 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 DeBary, FL
This is one driving day of about 244.1 miles and 4h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from DeBary, 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 208.6 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.9 and 240.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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12.9 mi into trip|~16m in|I 4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
23.3 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 84B
Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
8
31 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward Miami, Ocala
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 77
Toward Miami, Ocala
8
31.8 mi into trip|~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
7
240.9 mi into trip|~4h 30m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.95 one way
$73.90 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$40.55
$81.09
premium
$4.55
$43.73
$87.45
diesel
$4.80
$46.09
$92.18
Estimated Tolls: $14.60
Florida's Turnpike
(208.6 mi)$14.60
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: 85.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
73.2
0
$25.63
$11.72
Efficient EV
61
0
$21.36
$9.76
EV Truck/SUV
97.6
1
$34.17
$15.62
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
29 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 Jul 20, 2026
Origin
DeBary, FL
Afternoon
in DeBary on Monday
Local time
12:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Cloudy
SE 5 to 10 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Tropical Cyclone Local Statement
Tropical Cyclone Local Statement issued July 19 at 4:14PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 19 at 5:13PM EDT until July 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Miramar, FL
Afternoon
in Miramar on Monday
Local time
12:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Cloudy
S 9 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Tropical Cyclone Local Statement
Tropical Cyclone Local Statement issued July 19 at 4:14PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 19 at 5:13PM EDT until July 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee 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
4h 38m 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?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 96% of the trip on major roads. You'll experience a lengthy 208.6-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, so be prepared for extended time on this primary artery. The transition to surface roads will occur near the end of your drive, with Charles Richard Beall Boulevard being one of the main roads you'll use. Expect a high volume of exits and potential merging traffic as you approach your destination in Miramar.
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: 208.6 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 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.9 miles in near I 4.
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 15 significant decision points across 244.1 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 12.9 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
114 ft5 ft
Total Climb
59 ft
Total Descent
127 ft
Highest Point
114 ft
~17.4 mi in
Elevation Range
109 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between DeBary, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Miami, Ocala and Florida's Turnpike South.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 38m. Total distance: 244.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 38m 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 208.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.60 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.
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. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles (I 4): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
