Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12h 15m
Distance
666.4 mi
1,073 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$106
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Tiger Point, FL
Nishant Vyas
This 666.4-mile journey from Hialeah, FL to Tiger Point, FL is a significant undertaking, best planned as a two-day trip. With an estimated driving time of 12 hours and 15 minutes, attempting it in a single day would be exhausting. You'll primarily be on major highways, including I-75, Florida's Turnpike, and I-10, making it a straightforward, albeit long, drive. The estimated fuel cost is around $106, so budget accordingly. With three planned stops, you can break up the journey effectively. This route is entirely within Florida, connecting two points within the same state.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
333.2 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6h 9m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 269.9 mi | 4h 49m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 264.1 mi | 4h 47m |
| I 75 | 106.9 mi | 1h 54m |
| Garcon Point Road | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| Avalon Boulevard | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| SR 9 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 135th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Tiger Point, FL.
Start on East 39th Street
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
Turn right onto East 41st Street
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
Turn right onto SR 932
Turn left onto SR 953
Keep slight right at fork onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Turn right onto SR 916
Turn left onto SR 9
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 9
Turn straight onto US 441
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Turn left onto CR 191
At end of road, turn left onto FL 281 Toll
Continue on FL 281 Toll
Turn left onto US 98
Turn right onto Tiger Point Boulevard
Turn left onto Ganges Trail
At end of road, turn left onto West Madura Road
Arrive at destination
Given the 12-hour and 15-minute duration, splitting this drive over two days is highly recommended. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight driving and reach a comfortable stopping point. With three stops suggested, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps every 3-4 hours. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 269.9 miles on I-10, as services can be more spread out in certain sections. A practical tip is to identify your overnight stop location before you depart Hialeah, ensuring a smooth transition.
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.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 147 miles or 2h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 333.2 miles or 6h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 333.2 miles or 6h 9m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tiger Point, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Hialeah, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hialeah, FL
Aim for roughly 333 miles and 6.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Tiger Point, FL
Aim for roughly 333 miles and 6.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
220 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
440 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Tallahassee, FLNight 1
333 mi · about 6.1h in
A practical overnight split lands near Lake Butler, FL after about 333 miles or 6.1 hours of driving.
Find hotelsA short stop after about 147 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 333.2 miles from Hialeah, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 269.9 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 333 miles or 6.1 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 649.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 191: Milton, Bagdad
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$106.07 one way
$212.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $115.39 | $230.77 |
| premium | $4.72 | $123.91 | $247.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $147.13 | $294.27 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$106
Tolls
$18
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$255–$365
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 233.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $70 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 199.9 | 2 | $69.97 | $31.99 |
| Efficient EV | 166.6 | 1 | $58.31 | $26.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 266.6 | 3 | $93.30 | $42.65 |
Gas CO2
233 kg
EV CO2
78 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Hialeah on Saturday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Evening in Tiger Point on Saturday
Local time
8:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 97% of the drive taking place on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 269.9 miles along I-10, which means extended periods of consistent speed. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed interstates, this profile suggests minimal time on slower, more scenic roads. The character of the drive is largely that of a long-distance, efficient transit between your origin and destination, prioritizing mileage over winding backroads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Florida's Turnpike. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 666.4 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 2.1 miles (Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 272.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 379.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hialeah, FL to Tiger Point, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee along the way.
Tallahassee
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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