This 86.8-mile journey from Hendry County to Miramar, Florida, is a manageable one-day drive taking approximately 2 hours and 13 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes Alligator Alley, Sam Jones Trail, and Josie Billie Highway, offering a practical connection within the state. This drive is best suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Prepare for a local driving experience with frequent turns.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
43.4 miles from Hendry County, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Alligator Alley
30.5 mi
32m
Sam Jones Trail
20.6 mi
35m
Josie Billie Highway
13 mi
21m
Snake Road
6.3 mi
15m
Port Everglades Expressway
5.4 mi
6m
South University Drive
4.6 mi
8m
North University Drive
2.5 mi
4m
SR 84
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Alligator Alley
— 30.5 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hendry County, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on CR 833
21 mi·35 min·Sam Jones Trail
2
Continue on CR 833; BIA 1281
13 mi·21 min·Josie Billie Highway
3
Continue on CR 833
6.3 mi·15 min·Snake Road
4
At end of road, turn left
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 75 South: Miami
5
Merge onto I 75
30 mi·32 min·Alligator Alley
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
5.4 mi·6 min·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 5; 6Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University DriveUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 5Toward SR 84 EastUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto SR 84
1.6 mi·2 min·SR 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Turn right onto SR 817
3.6 mi·6 min·South University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on SR 817
2.5 mi·4 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on SR 817
1.0 mi·1 min·South University Drive
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto SR 824
0.6 mi·1 min·Pembroke Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Island Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Island Drive
15
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
0.4 mi·1 min·Miramar Boulevard
16
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
91 ft·4 sec·Bahama Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 86.8-mile distance and 2h 13m duration, this trip offers flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, but consider an earlier start to avoid potential afternoon traffic in the Miramar area. Since there are no designated stops recommended in the data, plan your own fuel and rest breaks as needed, keeping in mind the $14 fuel cost. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests paying close attention to navigation and road signs, especially when transitioning onto or off of Alligator Alley, Sam Jones Trail, or Josie Billie Highway.
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 43.4 miles from Hendry County, FL, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.5 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 19 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.4 miles or 1h 17m 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 50m
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 Hendry County, 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 Hendry County, FL
This is one driving day of about 86.8 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Hendry County, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Alligator Alley for about 30.5 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 39.9 and 76.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
39.9 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
At end of road, turn left toward I 75 South: Miami
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 75 South: Miami
5
40.3 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|I 75 / Alligator Alley
Merge onto I 75 / Alligator Alley
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
70.8 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
7
76.2 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5; 6
Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Driv...
9
76.4 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 84 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward SR 84 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.82 one way
$27.63 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$15.03
$30.06
premium
$4.72
$16.14
$32.28
diesel
$5.61
$19.16
$38.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26
0
$9.11
$4.17
Efficient EV
21.7
0
$7.59
$3.47
EV Truck/SUV
34.7
0
$12.15
$5.56
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 16, 2026
Origin
Hendry County, FL
Late night
in Hendry County on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Late night
in Miramar on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
6 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
2h 13m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only an 8% highway share. While the longest uninterrupted stretch is 30.5 miles on Alligator Alley, the majority of your time will be spent navigating local roads. This means you'll experience a more varied driving pace, transitioning between quicker highway segments and slower, more intricate turns through local areas. It's a profile that keeps you engaged behind the wheel, requiring attention as the road conditions and speed limits change frequently.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.5 mi on Alligator Alley.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.9 miles in.
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 11 significant decision points across 86.8 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 39.9 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 40.3 miles (I 75 / Alligator Alley): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.8 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Hendry County, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 13m. Total distance: 86.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.5 miles on Alligator Alley. 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 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 39.9 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 40.3 miles (I 75 / Alligator Alley): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.8 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Miramar, FL before heading back.
