Florida Ridge to Miramar is 120 miles and takes about 2 hours 25 minutes via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Florida, making it a straightforward trip between two points in the same state. Given its relatively short duration and limited stops, it's ideal for a single-day journey. You'll primarily be on well-maintained toll roads, so expect consistent travel speeds. This route is a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently within Florida.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60 miles from Florida Ridge, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
102.2 mi
1h 52m
North Kings Highway
5.2 mi
7m
Turnpike Feeder Road
3 mi
4m
South Kings Highway
2.4 mi
3m
US Highway 1
2.2 mi
3m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
Southwest 72nd Avenue
1 mi
2m
9th Street Southwest
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 102.2 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florida Ridge, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on 7th Road Southwest
0.5 mi·1 min·7th Road Southwest
2
Turn right onto CR 606
0.7 mi·1 min·9th Street Southwest
3
Turn right onto US 1
2.2 mi·3 min·US Highway 1
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 713
3.0 mi·4 min·Turnpike Feeder Road
5
Continue on FL 713
5.2 mi·7 min·North Kings Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on FL 713
2.4 mi·3 min·South Kings Highway
7
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·26 sec·this road
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
9
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
102 mi·1 hr 52 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi·2 min·Hollywood Boulevard
12
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft·19 sec·Pembroke Road
14
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft·25 sec·West Arcadia Drive
15
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft·12 sec·Tropicana Street
16
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Since this 120-mile trip takes under 2.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should allow you to complete the drive well before evening. There are no specified stops, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps at one of the service plazas along Florida's Turnpike. Given the $20 fuel cost estimate, ensure your tank is adequately filled before you begin, as services can be spread out on toll roads. Keep an eye on your toll transponder or cash for the Turnpike fees.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60 miles from Florida Ridge, FL, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.2 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 26 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 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 Florida Ridge, 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 Florida Ridge, FL
This is one driving day of about 120 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Florida Ridge, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 102.2 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 119.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.1 mi into trip|~3m in|US 1 / US Highway 1
Turn right onto US 1 / US Highway 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
14.1 mi into trip|~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
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116.8 mi into trip|~2h 16m 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
6
118.3 mi into trip|~2h 19m in|Southwest 72nd Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
119.5 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|Tropicana Street
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.10 one way
$38.20 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$20.78
$41.56
premium
$4.72
$22.31
$44.63
diesel
$5.61
$26.49
$52.99
Estimated Tolls: $7.37
Florida's Turnpike
(102.2 mi)$7.16
Turnpike Feeder Road
(3 mi)$0.21
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
$19
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36
0
$12.60
$5.76
Efficient EV
30
0
$10.50
$4.80
EV Truck/SUV
48
0
$16.80
$7.68
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Florida Ridge, FL
Late night
in Florida Ridge on Sunday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Late night
in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
3:50 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 is an 89% highway-focused drive, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster, limited-access roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 102.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. You can expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the journey, characterized by smooth pavement and steady speeds. While primarily highway, you'll transition onto roads like North Kings Highway and the Turnpike Feeder Road for the final approach, offering a slight change in scenery and pace as you near your destination.
89% 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: 102.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and North Kings Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 1 / US Highway 1.
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 12 significant decision points across 120 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 1.1 miles (US 1 / US Highway 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.8 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 Florida Ridge, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 120 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.37 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (US 1 / US Highway 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Miramar, FL before heading back.
