Origin
Hallandale Beach, FL
Late night in Hallandale Beach on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hallandale Beach, FL to Miami, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
17.3 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hallandale Beach, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Miami, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Hallandale Beach to Miami, you are facing a quick 17.3-mile trip that typically takes about 26 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the short duration eliminates the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit. You will rely primarily on I-95, South Dixie Highway, and Ives Dairy Road to navigate between these two Florida locations. Because you are staying within the same region, the drive remains straightforward and familiar for local commuters. It is an ideal option if you need to reach your destination quickly without any complicated logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 13.1 mi | 17m |
| South Dixie Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Ives Dairy Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 202nd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 26th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 13.1 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallandale Beach, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on South Dixie Highway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Dixie Highway
2
Turn right onto Northeast 202nd Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Northeast 202nd Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto Northeast 26th Avenue
282 ft
·
7 sec
·
Northeast 26th Avenue
4
Turn left onto Ives Dairy Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ives Dairy Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
13 mi
·
17 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 16.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Northeast 202nd Street
Turn right onto Northeast 202nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Northeast 26th Avenue
Turn right onto Northeast 26th Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
8
16 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
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 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
6
16.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.75 one way
$5.51 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.00 | $5.99 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.82 | $7.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Miami, FL
Late night in Miami on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
E 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
9 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
26m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 76% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a 13.1-mile stretch on I-95, which serves as the primary artery for the majority of the journey. The experience is characterized by a brisk, interstate-heavy pace rather than a winding or scenic local cruise. Transitioning from the highway segments onto South Dixie Highway and Ives Dairy Road provides a shift in rhythm as you enter local traffic patterns. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for a consistent flow of traffic typical of this busy South Florida corridor.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and South Dixie Highway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near Northeast 202nd Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 17.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.3 miles (Northeast 202nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (Northeast 26th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: 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.
On the drive from Hallandale Beach, FL to Miami, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Port Of Miami along the way.
Port Of Miami
16 mi in
|
~22m
About the Cities
Arriving in Miami, FL
Full guide →“The Magic City” · Founded 1825
Miami is a major city in the southeastern United States and the second most populous city in Florida. The Greater Miami metropolitan area is the largest in the state with an estimated population just under 6.1 million (2021), which makes it the 9th most populous metro area in the United States. Although tourists generally consider Miami Beach to be part of Miami, it is its own municipality. Miami Beach sits on a barrier island east of Miami and Biscayne Bay. It is home to lots of beach resorts, and is one of the most popular spring break party destinations in the world. This article only covers the city of Miami, not Miami Beach.
Top landmarks
- • Little Havana — neighborhood in Miami, Florida
- • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens — historic estate on Biscayne Bay; Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida
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 26m. Total distance: 17.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Miami, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (Northeast 202nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (Northeast 26th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Miami, FL before heading back.
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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Miami, FL
More trips to Miami, FL
Explore more options from Hallandale Beach, FL or browse trips ending in Miami, FL.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse FL road trips.