Origin
Grant-Valkaria, FL
Morning in Grant-Valkaria on Sunday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grant-Valkaria, FL to Hialeah, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 16m
Distance
163 mi
262 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 25m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 26m
5 PM
3h 39m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grant-Valkaria, FL
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Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
This 173.1-mile drive from Grant-Valkaria to Hialeah, Florida, is estimated to take about 2 hours and 50 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip with a projected fuel cost of $29. As a turn-heavy local drive, it offers a more connected experience with the Florida landscape rather than a high-speed interstate journey. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's perfectly suited for a one-day excursion. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, so expect a more engaged driving experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.5 miles from Grant-Valkaria, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 106.2 mi | 1h 57m |
| I 95 | 36 mi | 38m |
| Babcock Street Southeast | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Valkaria Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Northwest 37th Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Northwest 199th Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Saint Johns Heritage Parkway Southeast | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 106.2 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grant-Valkaria, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Ponderosa Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Ponderosa Road
2
Turn left onto Valkaria Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Valkaria Road
3
Turn left onto CR 507
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Babcock Street Southeast
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Saint Johns Heritage Parkway Southeast
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Saint Johns Heritage Parkway Southeast
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
6
Merge onto I 95
36 mi
·
38 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
106 mi
·
1 hr 57 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
15
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 199th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest 37th Avenue
17
Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
18
Continue on SR 953
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 8th Avenue
19
Turn right onto SR 932
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 49th Street
20
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 4th Avenue
21
Turn right onto East 39th Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
East 39th Street
22
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Trip Plan
With a driving time of under three hours, this trip from Grant-Valkaria to Hialeah is easily completed in a single day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize your time upon arrival or avoid mid-day traffic. Since it's a turn-heavy local drive, pay close attention to navigation, especially as you approach Hialeah. With only one stop suggested, you have flexibility to decide when and where to take a break, perhaps for a quick refuel or stretch. The estimated fuel cost of $29 makes it an economical option for a day trip.
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 81.5 miles from Grant-Valkaria, FL, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.2 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 36 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.5 miles or 1h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grant-Valkaria, 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 Grant-Valkaria, FL
This is one driving day of about 163 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Grant-Valkaria, 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 106.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.5 miles from Grant-Valkaria, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 152.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
CR 507 / Babcock Street Southeast
Turn left onto CR 507 / Babcock Street Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
45 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
7
45.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
8
46.2 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
8
152.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
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 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadiu...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.95 one way
$51.89 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $28.22 | $56.45 |
| premium | $4.72 | $30.31 | $60.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.99 | $71.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.43
Florida's Turnpike
(106.2 mi)
$7.43
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
$26
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.9 | 0 | $17.12 | $7.82 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.26 | $6.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.2 | 0 | $22.82 | $10.43 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Morning in Hialeah on Sunday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
15 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
3h 16m 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.
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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 163
Caution: Boater Awareness
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily on local roads, with a 0% highway share, meaning you won't encounter significant interstate driving. Its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests a journey that requires your attention, with frequent changes in direction. While there's no specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the nature of the route implies a continuous engagement with your surroundings rather than long periods of monotonous travel. You'll likely experience a varied driving pace as you move through different communities.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.2 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 I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near CR 507 / Babcock Street Southeast.
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 17 significant decision points across 163 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 3 miles (CR 507 / Babcock Street Southeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Grant-Valkaria, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami, Florida's Turnpike South and Hard Rock Stadium.
Fort Pierce
45 mi in
|
~57m
Miami
46.2 mi in
|
~59m
Florida's Turnpike South
46.2 mi in
|
~59m
Hard Rock Stadium
152.9 mi in
|
~2h 58m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 16m. Total distance: 163 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.43 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 Hialeah, 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 3 miles (CR 507 / Babcock Street Southeast): Lane positioning matters here; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Hialeah, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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