Trip from Gainesville, FL to Hallandale Beach, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 58m

Distance

321.4 mi

517 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

30 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 46m ★

6 AM

5h 59m

8 AM

6h 25m

10 AM

6h 8m

12 PM

6h 5m

3 PM

6h 9m

5 PM

6h 23m

8 PM

5h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Hallandale Beach, FL

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Trip Overview

Gainesville, FL to Hallandale Beach, FL is 321.4 miles and takes about 5h 58m via Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 95, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within Florida, offering a straightforward drive south. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey, making it a solid option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from North Central Florida down to South Florida. With a recommended one-day drive, it's manageable for most travelers, and the estimated fuel cost is quite reasonable.

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

160.7 miles from Gainesville, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	240.6 mi	4h 19m
I 75	46.2 mi	49m
I 95	16.9 mi	19m
US 441	8 mi	9m
South Main Street	2.5 mi	5m
Southeast County Road 234	1.4 mi	2m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard	1.4 mi	2m
West Hallandale Beach Boulevard	1.1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 240.6 mi, about 4h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville, FL and Hallandale Beach, FL.

Start on CR 329

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto CR 329

148 ft · 3 sec · South Main Street

Continue on CR 329

0.3 mi · 32 sec · South Main Street

Enter roundabout onto CR 329

57 ft · 1 sec · South Main Street

Continue on CR 329

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn right onto FL 331

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Southwest Williston Road

Turn left onto South Main Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · South Main Street

Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto US 441

0.4 mi · 33 sec · US 441

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on US 441

7.0 mi · 8 min · US 441

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 441

0.6 mi · 47 sec · US 441

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto CR 234

1.4 mi · 2 min · Southeast County Road 234

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward I 75 South: Tampa

Merge onto I 75

46 mi · 49 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

241 mi · 4 hr 19 min · Florida's Turnpike

Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

251 ft · 15 sec

Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard

Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Northwest 16th Avenue

Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Andrews Avenue

Turn left onto SR 814

497 ft · 16 sec · West Atlantic Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 95 South: Miami

Merge onto I 95

17 mi · 19 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Exit 18 Toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto SR 858

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Hallandale Beach Boulevard

Turn right onto South Dixie Highway

0.3 mi · 31 sec · South Dixie Highway

Arrive at destination

South Dixie Highway

Trip Plan

Given the 5h 58m estimated duration, starting your drive in Gainesville, FL early in the morning will allow you to arrive in Hallandale Beach, FL well before evening. While the drive is under 6 hours, you might consider a brief stop around the halfway point, perhaps after exiting Florida's Turnpike, to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest 240.6-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, as services can sometimes be spaced out on turnpikes. Planning to depart before peak morning traffic in Gainesville can also smooth out your initial miles.

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 160.7 miles from Gainesville, FL, or about 2h 58m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 240.6 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 71 miles or 1h 21m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 160.7 miles or 2h 58m 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 49m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hallandale Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Gainesville, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Gainesville, FL

This is one driving day of about 321.4 miles and 5h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Gainesville, 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 240.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Palm Bay, FL

161 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Bushnell, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orlando, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 160.7 miles from Gainesville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 240.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Kava Gator Coffee Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13522449942

Visit website

Cafe THCA

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

0.3 mi

Brew & Root Kava Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gainesville, Florida

0.4 mi

Kava Gator Coffee Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13522449942

Visit website

Cafe THCA

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+13522348090

Visit website

Brew & Root Kava Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–1 pm

+13527741308

Visit website

lowbar coffee + skateboarding

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 6:20 am–8 pm

Visit website

EVmatch Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16508228157

Visit website

1.7 mi from route

Pompano Service Plaza

1.7 mi from route

Depot Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–11:30 pm

+13523938510

Visit website

Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13523718001

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 321.4

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 252.5

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 252.5

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

Veterans Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 321.4

Aventura, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13054668930

Visit website

White Gator Swamp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 114.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078555496

Visit website

Crayola Experience Orlando

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 114.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14077571700

Visit website

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 0.5 and 319.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | CR 329 / South Main Street

Enter roundabout onto CR 329 / South Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

58.8 mi into trip | ~1h 8m 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

299.5 mi into trip | ~5h 27m in

Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard

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 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...

300.1 mi into trip | ~5h 29m in

Keep slight left at fork toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlan...

319.6 mi into trip | ~5h 54m in

Take the exit toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 18 Toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.16 one way

$102.32 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 113 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$55.65	$111.30
premium	$4.72	$59.76	$119.53
diesel	$5.61	$70.96	$141.92

Estimated Tolls: $16.84

Florida's Turnpike (240.6 mi) $16.84

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

$51

Tolls

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$93–$118

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 112.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

30 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Ocala, FL

Tesla

20 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Gainesville, FL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Butler Town Center - Tesla Supercharger

Gainesville, FL

Tesla

10 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Ocala, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Market Street at Heath Brook - Tesla Supercharger

Ocala, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Okahumpka Service Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Wildwood, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

GARY YEOMANS FORD OCALA

Ocala, FL

Blink Network

6 DCFC

Pilot Travel Center 4556

Wildwood, FL

eVgo Network

6 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 7 Tesla: 6 Non-Networked: 3 IN_CHARGE: 2 Electrify America: 2 eVgo Network: 2 Blink Network: 2 EV Connect: 2 AUTEL: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1 EVGATEWAY: 1 RACETRAC: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	96.4	1	$33.75	$15.43
Efficient EV	80.4	0	$28.12	$12.86
EV Truck/SUV	128.6	1	$45.00	$20.57

Gas CO2

112 kg

EV CO2

38 kg (66% 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

Gainesville, FL

Night in Gainesville on Saturday

Local time

10:47 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hallandale Beach, FL

Night in Hallandale Beach on Saturday

Local time

10:47 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.

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

12 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

5h 58m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on Florida's Turnpike, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 240.6 miles. Expect consistent speeds and limited local road interaction for the bulk of this trip. The character is largely one of efficient travel, designed for covering distance quickly rather than for scenic detours.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 240.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near CR 329 / South Main Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

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 321.4 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 0.5 miles (CR 329 / South Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 58.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 299.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Gainesville, FL and Hallandale Beach, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.

Florida's Turnpike South

58.8 mi in | ~1h 8m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

58.8 mi in | ~1h 8m | via Florida's Turnpike

About the Cities

Starting in Gainesville, FL

Full guide →

Gainesville is in North Central Florida. It is home to the University of Florida, and Santa Fe College.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 58m. Total distance: 321.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Gainesville, FL to Hallandale Beach, FL covers 321.4 miles and takes about 5h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 75, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 160.7 miles from Gainesville, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.16 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Gainesville, FL and Hallandale Beach, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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