Hialeah to Horizon West is 235.4 miles and takes about 4h 33m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within Florida, moving from the southern part of the state up toward the central region. It's a highway-focused journey, so expect efficient travel for the majority of the drive. Given the relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Plan for a straightforward drive with minimal detours.
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
117.7 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
205.5 mi
3h 44m
Central Florida GreeneWay
5.2 mi
5m
Osceola Parkway
3.5 mi
5m
Western Way
2.8 mi
4m
SR 9
2.6 mi
4m
Southern Connector Extension
2.6 mi
2m
Western Beltway
2 mi
2m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 205.5 mi, about 3h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Horizon West, FL.
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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
205 mi·3 hr 44 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·28 sec
Exit 251Toward FL 417 Toll: Tampa, Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward FL 417 Toll South: Tampa, Disney WorldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto FL 417 Toll
5.2 mi·5 min·Central Florida GreeneWay
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 417 Toll
2.6 mi·2 min·Southern Connector Extension
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 3Toward Osceola ParkwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto CR 522
3.5 mi·5 min·Osceola Parkway
Use the left lane.
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Disney's All-Star Resort, Blizzard Beach Water Park, Coronado SpringsUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
310 ft·7 sec
Toward Blizzard Beach, Mini Golf, Coronado SpringsUse the right lane.
23
Turn straight onto West Buena Vista Drive
0.7 mi·1 min·West Buena Vista Drive
24
Turn left onto Western Way
2.8 mi·4 min·Western Way
Use the left lane.
25
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward FL 429 Toll North: Apopka
26
Merge onto FL 429 Toll
2.0 mi·2 min·Western Beltway
27
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 11Toward Seidel RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork
168 ft·4 sec
29
Turn straight onto Seidel Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Seidel Road
30
Turn left onto Summerlake Groves Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Summerlake Groves Street
31
Turn right onto Winter Stay Drive
311 ft·13 sec·Winter Stay Drive
32
Arrive at destination
Winter Stay Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day trip of just over 4 hours, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Leaving in the morning will ensure you arrive with ample daylight. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 205.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so plan for a fuel stop before you embark or be mindful of your gauge as you approach the halfway point. Given the efficiency of this highway-centric route, you likely won't need more than one brief stop for gas or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel level, especially during that extended period on the Turnpike.
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 117.7 miles from Hialeah, FL, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 205.5 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 52 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.7 miles or 2h 15m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Horizon West, 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 235.4 miles and 4h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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 205.5 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 28
5 decision points cluster between mile 214 and 227 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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214 mi into trip|~4h 1m in
Take the exit toward FL 417 Toll: Tampa, Daytona Beach
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 251
Toward FL 417 Toll: Tampa, Daytona Beach
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214.2 mi into trip|~4h 1m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 417 Toll South: Tampa, Disney World
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 417 Toll South: Tampa, Disney World
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222.9 mi into trip|~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward Osceola Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward Osceola Parkway
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226.8 mi into trip|~4h 18m in
Take the exit toward Disney's All-Star Resort, Blizzard Beach Water Park, Coronado Springs
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.
Toward Disney's All-Star Resort, Blizzard Beach...
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227 mi into trip|~4h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Blizzard Beach, Mini Golf, Coronado Springs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Blizzard Beach, Mini Golf, Coronado Spri...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.47 one way
$74.94 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg82 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$40.76
$81.52
premium
$4.72
$43.77
$87.54
diesel
$5.61
$51.97
$103.95
Estimated Tolls: $14.38
Florida's Turnpike
(205.5 mi)$14.38
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
$37
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.6
0
$24.72
$11.30
Efficient EV
58.9
0
$20.60
$9.42
EV Truck/SUV
94.2
1
$32.96
$15.07
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 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
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Cloudy
E 6 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 17 at 2:19PM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Horizon West, FL
Morning
in Horizon West on Tuesday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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 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 33m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on Florida's Turnpike, including a continuous stretch of 205.5 miles. The Central Florida GreeneWay and Osceola Parkway are also key components, facilitating a swift transit. Expect a consistent driving experience characterized by high speeds and limited local road interaction. The profile suggests a straightforward, efficient drive designed for covering distance quickly.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 205.5 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 Central Florida GreeneWay. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 214 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 235.4 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 214 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 214.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 222.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Hialeah, FL and Horizon West, FL, road signs point toward Daytona Beach and Disney World.
Daytona Beach
214 mi in|~4h 1m
Disney World
214.2 mi in|~4h 1m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 33m. Total distance: 235.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 205.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.38 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 Horizon West, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 214 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 214.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 222.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Horizon West, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
