Hialeah to Alafaya is 223.3 miles and takes about 4h 20m via Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the southern part of the state up towards the Orlando area. Most of this route is on major highways, making it a straightforward drive for a single day. Consider this option if you need to get between South Florida and Central Florida efficiently, as it prioritizes speed and directness.
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
111.6 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
108.1 mi
2h
I 95
76 mi
1h 21m
Beachline Expressway
10.7 mi
11m
FL 520
8.9 mi
11m
East Colonial Drive
8.2 mi
12m
SR 9
2.6 mi
4m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
1.4 mi
2m
Northwest 135th Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 108.1 mi, about 2h
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 35 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,796 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,594
Quietest
2 AM
~257 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Alafaya, FL.
1
Start on East 39th Street
191 ft·9 sec·East 39th Street
2
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·East 2nd Avenue
3
Turn right onto East 41st Street
0.3 mi·43 sec·East 41st Street
4
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
0.5 mi·59 sec·East 4th Avenue
5
Turn right onto SR 932
0.5 mi·56 sec·East 49th Street
6
Turn left onto SR 953
0.7 mi·1 min·East 8th Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike TollUse the right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike
14
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
108 mi·2 hr·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·53 sec
Exit 152Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero BeachUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft·5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
17
Merge onto FL 70
0.3 mi·35 sec·Okeechobee Road
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 95
76 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 205ABToward FL 528, FL 528 Toll: Port Canaveral, OrlandoUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward FL 528 West Toll: OrlandoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·43 sec
Exit 205BToward FL 528 Toll West: OrlandoUse the right lane.
24
Merge onto FL 528
11 mi·11 min·Beachline Expressway
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 31Toward FL 520: Cocoa, OrlandoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
246 ft·6 sec
Toward FL 520 West: OrlandoUse the left / right lanes.
27
Turn straight onto FL 520
8.2 mi·10 min·FL 520
28
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 520
0.7 mi·1 min·FL 520
29
Merge onto FL 50
8.2 mi·12 min·East Colonial Drive
Use the left lane.
30
Turn left onto O'Berry Hoover Road
0.2 mi·54 sec·O'Berry Hoover Road
31
Arrive at destination
O'Berry Hoover Road
Trip Plan
Aim to depart Hialeah early to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially if you're traveling on a weekday. With a total drive time of just over 4 hours, this is easily a one-day trip, so you have flexibility with your timing. Plan for one stop to stretch your legs and refuel; the longest stretch without significant exit activity is over 100 miles on the Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Alafaya, as services can be more spread out once you leave the main highway corridor.
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 111.6 miles from Hialeah, FL, or about 2h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.1 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 49 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.6 miles or 2h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alafaya, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, FL
This is one driving day of about 223.3 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Hialeah, 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 108.1 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 28
5 decision points cluster between mile 116.6 and 205.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
116.6 mi into trip|~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
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 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
8
194.1 mi into trip|~3h 41m in
Take the exit toward FL 528, FL 528 Toll: Port Canaveral, Orlando
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 205AB
Toward FL 528, FL 528 Toll: Port Canaveral, Orl...
8
194.4 mi into trip|~3h 41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 528 West Toll: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 528 West Toll: Orlando
9
194.7 mi into trip|~3h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 528 Toll West: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 205B
Toward FL 528 Toll West: Orlando
8
205.6 mi into trip|~3h 54m in
Take the exit toward FL 520: Cocoa, Orlando
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 31
Toward FL 520: Cocoa, Orlando
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.80 one way
$67.61 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$37.09
$74.18
premium
$4.55
$40.00
$80.00
diesel
$4.80
$42.16
$84.33
Estimated Tolls: $7.57
Florida's Turnpike
(108.1 mi)$7.57
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
$34
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67
0
$23.45
$10.72
Efficient EV
55.8
0
$19.54
$8.93
EV Truck/SUV
89.3
1
$31.26
$14.29
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Hialeah, FL
Morning
in Hialeah on Sunday
Local time
6:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SE 12 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:23PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Alafaya, FL
Morning
in Alafaya on Sunday
Local time
6:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:23PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
3 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
4h 20m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
$25
near mile 200.2
Caution: Pavement Project- Playalinda District
Park Closure: Limited Access to Apollo District Parking Lots 2 and 3
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for 92% of this 223.3-mile drive. The longest continuous stretch on a major highway is 108.1 miles along Florida's Turnpike. Expect a lot of merging and exiting as you navigate through populated areas of South Florida before transitioning to a more open highway feel. The drive primarily uses Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with the Beachline Expressway connecting you to your destination.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 108.1 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 116.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 223.3 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 116.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
81 ft7 ft
Total Climb
88 ft
Total Descent
14 ft
Highest Point
81 ft
~223.3 mi in
Elevation Range
74 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hialeah, FL and Alafaya, FL, road signs point toward Vero Beach and Orlando.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 223.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 108.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.57 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.
Yes — we found about 14 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Alafaya, 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. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 116.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 194.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Canaveral National Seashore and Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Alafaya, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
