Origin
Hialeah, FL
Late night in Hialeah on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hialeah, FL to Maitland, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 31m
Distance
237.6 mi
382 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 18m
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6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 41m
12 PM
4h 38m
3 PM
4h 42m
5 PM
4h 57m
8 PM
4h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hialeah, FL
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Maitland, FL
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Trip Overview
Hialeah to Maitland is 237.6 miles and takes about 4h 31m via Florida's Turnpike and I-4, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, moving from the southern part of the state up towards the central region. Expect a highly efficient drive, as this route is almost entirely highway, making it a straightforward option for getting between these two points. It's a good choice if you're looking for a quick transit rather than a scenic exploration.
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
118.8 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 214.5 mi | 3h 54m |
| I 4 | 10.8 mi | 12m |
| SR 9 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| North Orlando Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Lee Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 135th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| East 8th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 214.5 mi, about 3h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Maitland, 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
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto SR 916
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 135th Street
9
Turn left onto SR 9
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Northwest 27th Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 9
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
SR 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 441
217 ft
·
4 sec
·
US 441
Use the right lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Use the right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike
14
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
215 mi
·
3 hr 54 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
17
Merge onto I 4
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 88
Toward FL 423: Lee Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
231 ft
·
7 sec
Toward FL 423 East
Use the left / right lanes.
20
Turn straight onto FL 423; US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Lee Road
21
Turn left onto US 17; US 92
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Orlando Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Turn right
54 ft
·
5 sec
23
Turn right
171 ft
·
12 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4.5-hour drive time, leaving in the morning is your best bet to avoid the worst of any potential traffic and have ample daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Factor in the $38 fuel cost when budgeting for your trip. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is over 200 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too low, especially since most of the drive is on this single highway.
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 118.8 miles from Hialeah, FL, or about 2h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 214.5 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 118.8 miles or 2h 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 3h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maitland, 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 237.6 miles and 4h 31m.
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 214.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
119 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 118.8 miles from Hialeah, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 214.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 234.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Keep slight right at fork onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
SR 9
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 9
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
223 mi into trip
|
~4h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
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 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
7
234.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 25m in
Take the exit toward FL 423: Lee Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 88
Toward FL 423: Lee Road
8
234.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 423 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward FL 423 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.82 one way
$75.64 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $41.14 | $82.28 |
| premium | $4.72 | $44.18 | $88.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.46 | $104.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $15.02
Florida's Turnpike
(214.5 mi)
$15.02
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
$38
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 83.1 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 | 71.3 | 0 | $24.95 | $11.40 |
| Efficient EV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.79 | $9.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 95 | 1 | $33.26 | $15.21 |
Gas CO2
83 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.
Destination
Maitland, FL
Late night in Maitland on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
18 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 31m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a predominantly highway route, with 96% of the drive on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on Florida's Turnpike, covering a continuous stretch of 214.5 miles. After that, you'll transition onto I-4. Be prepared for frequent exits and traffic merging as you approach your destination in Maitland.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 214.5 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 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 237.6 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 2.1 miles (Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (SR 9): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 223 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.
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 Hialeah, FL to Maitland, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tampa along the way.
Tampa
223 mi in
|
~4h 10m
About the Cities
Arriving in Maitland, FL
Full guide →Maitland is a city in Orange County, Florida and a suburb of Orlando. It is one of the most prosperous cities of Greater Orlando, and its downtown is more urbanized than those of surrounding neighborhoods. Lakes, parks, and woodlands have contributed to the town's classy, master-planned aesthetic.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 31m. Total distance: 237.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 31m 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 214.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $15.02 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 Maitland, 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 2.1 miles (Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (SR 9): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 223 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 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 Maitland, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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