Hialeah to Starke is 355 miles and takes about 6h 44m via Florida's Turnpike and US 301, with a fuel budget near $61 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, beginning in the South Florida region and heading north. It's almost entirely highway driving, making it a straightforward trip for those looking to cover ground efficiently. With a recommended one-day duration, you can expect a smooth, direct connection between these two points.
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
177.5 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
264.1 mi
4h 47m
US 301
50.6 mi
1h 5m
I 75
28.9 mi
31m
SR 9
2.6 mi
4m
Northwest 70th Street
1.5 mi
2m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
1.4 mi
2m
FL 326
1.1 mi
1m
Northwest 135th Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 264.1 mi, about 4h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Starke, 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
264 mi·4 hr 47 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi·15 sec·Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: OcalaUse the straight lane.
16
Merge onto I 75
29 mi·31 min·I 75
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 358Toward FL 326Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn slight right
144 ft·4 sec
19
Turn slight right onto FL 326
1.1 mi·1 min·FL 326
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on FL 326
1.5 mi·2 min·Northwest 70th Street
21
Turn left onto US 301; US 441
5.5 mi·6 min·US 301; US 441
Use the left lane.
22
Turn straight onto US 301
43 mi·53 min·US 301
Toward North US 301: Starke
23
Continue on US 301
2.5 mi·4 min·US 301
24
Turn right onto FL 230
0.1 mi·18 sec·West Call Street
25
Arrive at destination
FL 230
Trip Plan
This is a manageable one-day drive, so leaving in the morning gives you plenty of time to reach Starke without feeling rushed. Plan for one stop, as the longest stretch on the turnpike is over 260 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you get further north; while the estimated cost is $61, it's always wise to top off before heading into less populated areas. The highway-heavy profile means you can maintain a consistent pace, but be aware of the numerous exits on Florida's Turnpike if you need to pull over.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 177.5 miles from Hialeah, FL, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264.1 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 78 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 177.5 miles or 3h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Starke, 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 355 miles and 6h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 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 264.1 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 301.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|East 41st Street
Turn right onto East 41st Street
Navigation decision point
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.
7
272.3 mi into trip|~5h 3m in|Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
7
301.5 mi into trip|~5h 35m in
Take the exit toward FL 326
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 358
Toward FL 326
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.51 one way
$113.01 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg124 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.41
$61.59
$123.19
premium
$4.74
$66.29
$132.58
diesel
$5.35
$74.77
$149.55
Estimated Tolls: $18.47
Florida's Turnpike
(263.9 mi)$18.47
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
$57
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$100–$125
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
106.5
1
$37.28
$17.04
Efficient EV
88.8
1
$31.06
$14.20
EV Truck/SUV
142
1
$49.70
$22.72
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jun 3, 2026
Origin
Hialeah, FL
Afternoon
in Hialeah on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
E 1 to 6 mph65% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 2 at 10:33PM CDT until June 6 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 2 at 8:51PM CDT until June 2 at 11:45PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Destination
Starke, FL
Afternoon
in Starke on Wednesday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 10 to 14 mph34% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 2 at 10:33PM CDT until June 6 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued June 2 at 8:51PM CDT until June 2 at 11:45PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
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
8 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
6h 44m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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?
Expect to spend about 98% of your 355 miles on highways, which means minimal time on slower surface roads. The longest continuous stretch of highway is 264.1 miles along Florida's Turnpike, so you'll be in a cruising mode for a significant portion of the trip. After that, you'll transition to US 301 and I-75, offering a mix of high-speed travel and more frequent exits as you approach your destination.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 264.1 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 US 301. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East 41st Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 355 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 0.2 miles (East 41st Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 44m. Total distance: 355 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 44m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 264.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $18.47 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 29 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 Starke, 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 29 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East 41st Street): Navigation decision point; 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.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.7 hours each way, a round trip means 13.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Starke, FL before the return drive.
