Traveling from Havana to Miami covers a substantial 493.4-mile stretch across Florida. Expect to spend about 9 hours and 5 minutes behind the wheel, primarily utilizing I-10, I-75, and Florida's Turnpike. Given the distance, splitting this journey into two days is the most comfortable approach to avoid fatigue. Budgeting approximately $82 for fuel is a smart move before you head out. This highway-focused route transitions you from the Panhandle region down into the southern tip of the state, so prepare for a significant shift in landscape as you move toward the coast.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
246.7 miles from Havana, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
264.2 mi
4h 46m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
I 10
96.5 mi
1h 43m
Florida-Georgia Highway
12.6 mi
19m
I 95
9 mi
11m
North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
1m
South Main Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 264.2 mi, about 4h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Havana, FL and Miami, FL.
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Start on CR 12A
212 ft·13 sec·9th Avenue East
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Turn left onto US 27
0.4 mi·49 sec·South Main Street
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Continue on US 27
13 mi·19 min·Florida-Georgia Highway
Use the right lane.
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Continue on US 27
246 ft·9 sec·North Monroe Street
Use the left lane.
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Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 10 East: Lake CityUse the slight right lane.
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Merge onto I 10
97 mi·1 hr 43 min·I 10
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
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Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
264 mi·4 hr 46 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
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Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 SouthUse the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 3BToward Northwest 8th Street, Port of MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
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Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 493.4-mile trek, plan for at least two strategic stops to break up the long hours in the car. Leaving early in the day is your best bet to manage the 9-hour duration effectively and avoid peak traffic congestion near major hubs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially during that long 264.2-mile stretch on the Turnpike, where service plazas are your primary option for refueling. If you choose to split the trip into two days, look for lodging options roughly halfway to ensure you aren't pushing yourself too hard. Flexibility is key, so stay alert to changing road conditions along the main interstate arteries.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 246.7 miles from Havana, FL, or about 4h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264.2 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 109 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 246.7 miles or 4h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 246.7 miles or 4h 32m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Havana, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Havana, FL
Aim for roughly 247 miles and 4.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Miami, FL
Aim for roughly 247 miles and 4.5 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 109 miles from Havana, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 264.2 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 217.6 and 492.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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217.6 mi into trip|~4h 1m 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
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482.1 mi into trip|~8h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 441
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482.9 mi into trip|~8h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
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492 mi into trip|~9h 2m 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
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492.9 mi into trip|~9h 4m in|North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$78.54 one way
$157.07 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg173 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$85.43
$170.86
premium
$4.72
$91.75
$183.49
diesel
$5.61
$108.94
$217.87
Estimated Tolls: $18.49
Florida's Turnpike
(264.2 mi)$18.49
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
$79
Tolls
$18
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$227–$337
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 172.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $52 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
148
1
$51.81
$23.68
Efficient EV
123.4
1
$43.17
$19.74
EV Truck/SUV
197.4
2
$69.08
$31.58
Gas CO2
173 kg
EV CO2
58 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
Havana, FL
Night
in Havana on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miami, FL
Night
in Miami on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
14 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
9h 5m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 493.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With 97% of this trip taking place on highways, you should prepare for a consistent, high-speed pace. The journey features a substantial 264.2-mile uninterrupted stretch on Florida's Turnpike, which acts as the backbone of your travel. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the experience is less about winding backroads and more about efficient, steady progress. You will find the road character remains relatively uniform as you transition between the major interstates. Expect a straightforward, utilitarian drive that prioritizes reaching your destination quickly rather than offering technical or winding road challenges.
97% 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: 264.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 217.6 miles in near Florida's Turnpike.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 493.4 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 217.6 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 482.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 482.9 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.
Between Havana, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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
The longest stretch is about 264.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 247 miles on day one.
Expect about $18.49 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 Miami, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 217.6 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 482.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 482.9 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.1 hours each way, a round trip means 18.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Miami, FL before the return drive.
