This 229.4-mile drive from Hialeah, FL, to Bayshore Gardens, FL, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 18 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 96% of the journey on high-speed roads, primarily utilizing I-75. You can expect a straightforward trip with an estimated fuel cost of $37. Given the relatively short duration and the predominantly highway profile, this drive is easily manageable as a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical option for getting from one part of Florida to another efficiently.
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
114.7 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
212.5 mi
3h 47m
University Parkway
5.2 mi
8m
Tallevast Road
2.3 mi
4m
Gratigny Parkway
2.2 mi
2m
Palm Avenue
1.6 mi
3m
US 301
1 mi
1m
Florida Boulevard
0.9 mi
2m
Tamiami Trail
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 212.5 mi, about 3h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Bayshore Gardens, FL.
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Start on East 39th Street
0.3 mi·1 min·East 39th Street
2
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
1.6 mi·3 min·Palm Avenue
3
Turn left onto West 65th Street
0.3 mi·37 sec·West 65th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn straight onto West 2nd Court
0.2 mi·24 sec·West 2nd Court
5
Continue on West 68th Street
447 ft·12 sec·West 68th Street
6
Turn right onto SR 823
0.9 mi·1 min·West 4th Avenue/Red Road
7
Turn left
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward SR 924 Toll West
8
Merge onto SR 924 Toll
2.2 mi·2 min·Gratigny Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 75
16 mi·17 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
196 mi·3 hr 30 min·I 75
Toward Alligator Alley, NaplesUse the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 213Toward CR 610: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, SarasotaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on this road
509 ft·12 sec·this road
Exit 213Toward CR 610: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, Sarasota
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward CR 610 West: Sarasota, Sarasota-Bradenton International AirportUse the left lane.
14
Turn straight onto University Parkway
5.2 mi·8 min·University Parkway
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Turn right onto US 301
1.0 mi·1 min·US 301
16
Turn left onto Tallevast Road
2.3 mi·4 min·Tallevast Road
17
Turn right onto US 41
0.9 mi·1 min·Tamiami Trail
18
Continue on US 41
0.3 mi·37 sec·14th Street West
19
Turn left onto Florida Boulevard
0.9 mi·2 min·Florida Boulevard
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Georgia Avenue
0.1 mi·35 sec·Georgia Avenue
21
Turn right onto Duke Place
136 ft·6 sec·Duke Place
22
Arrive at destination
Duke Place
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour, 18-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Hialeah to avoid potential traffic, especially as you begin on I-75. With a total distance of 229.4 miles and a longest stretch of 212.5 miles on the interstate, you'll want to plan for one stop to refuel and stretch your legs. Given the highway-centric nature of the route, keeping your fuel tank topped off is advisable, especially before embarking on the long stretch of I-75. The estimated fuel cost of $37 is a good baseline for your budget.
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 114.7 miles from Hialeah, FL, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 212.5 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 50 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.7 miles or 2h 7m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bayshore Gardens, 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 229.4 miles and 4h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 I 75 for about 212.5 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 228.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.4 mi into trip|~7m in
Turn left toward SR 924 Toll West
Navigation decision point
Toward SR 924 Toll West
8
21.9 mi into trip|~27m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Alligator Alley, Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward Alligator Alley, Naples
8
218.3 mi into trip|~3h 58m in
Take the exit toward CR 610: Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, Sarasota
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 213
Toward CR 610: Sarasota-Bradenton International...
9
218.6 mi into trip|~3h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 610 West: Sarasota, Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward CR 610 West: Sarasota, Sarasota-Bradento...
6
228.4 mi into trip|~4h 15m in|Florida Boulevard
Turn left onto Florida Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.51 one way
$73.03 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$39.72
$79.44
premium
$4.72
$42.66
$85.31
diesel
$5.61
$50.65
$101.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.8
0
$24.09
$11.01
Efficient EV
57.4
0
$20.07
$9.18
EV Truck/SUV
91.8
1
$32.12
$14.68
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% 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 Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Hialeah, FL
Morning
in Hialeah on Tuesday
Local time
7:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Sunny
E 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:06PM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:06PM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Bayshore Gardens, FL
Morning
in Bayshore Gardens on Tuesday
Local time
7:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Sunny
WSW 12 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:06PM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:06PM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM 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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 18m 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.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 229.4
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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this trip, with 96% of the drive on high-speed roads. The primary artery is I-75, which will carry you for a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 212.5 miles. While the route is designed for efficiency, the shift from I-75 to University Parkway and then Tallevast Road will mark the final approach to your destination. This progression means the latter part of your journey will involve transitioning off the main interstate, offering a slight change of pace as you near Bayshore Gardens.
96% 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: 212.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and University Parkway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
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 229.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Hialeah, FL and Bayshore Gardens, FL, road signs point toward Alligator Alley and Naples.
Alligator Alley
21.9 mi in|~27m|via I 75
Naples
21.9 mi in|~27m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 18m. Total distance: 229.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 212.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 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 Bayshore Gardens, 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 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial 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 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Bayshore Gardens, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
