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Trip from Highland Beach, FL to Hialeah, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 3m

Distance

46.1 mi

74 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
0h 58m ★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Highland Beach, FL, FL

Highland Beach, FL

Brent Singleton

city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States

Hialeah, FL

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Highland Beach to Hialeah, you are looking at a straightforward 46.1-mile drive that typically takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes. This route is designed for efficiency, relying heavily on I-95 to move you quickly between these two Florida locations. Because the duration is quite short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick visit, the path is uncomplicated and keeps you within the state lines of Florida for the entire duration.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 34.5 mi 40m
SR 9 2.3 mi 3m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector 1.4 mi 2m
Yamato Road 1 mi 2m
South Ocean Boulevard 0.9 mi 2m
Northwest 135th Street 0.8 mi 1m
East 8th Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
East 4th Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 34.5 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Highland Beach, FL and Hialeah, FL.

1

Start on SR A1A

0.9 mi · 2 min · South Ocean Boulevard
2

Turn right onto SR 800

0.6 mi · 1 min · Northeast Spanish River Boulevard
Use the right lane.
3

Turn right onto US 1

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Federal Highway
Use the right lane.
4

Turn left onto SR 794

1.0 mi · 2 min · Yamato Road
Use the left lane.
5

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
6

Merge onto I 95

35 mi · 40 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Exit 12 Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East Use the slight left lane.
9

Turn straight onto US 441

0.5 mi · 53 sec · US 441
10

Continue on SR 9

2.3 mi · 3 min · SR 9
Use the straight lane.
11

Turn left onto SR 9

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Northwest 27th Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
12

Turn right onto SR 916

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Opa Locka Boulevard
13

Continue on SR 916

0.8 mi · 1 min · Northwest 135th Street
14

Turn left onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector

1.4 mi · 2 min · Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Use the left lane.
15

Continue on SR 953

0.7 mi · 1 min · East 8th Avenue
16

Turn right onto SR 932

0.5 mi · 1 min · East 49th Street
17

Turn left onto East 4th Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 4th Avenue
18

Turn right onto East 39th Street

0.2 mi · 49 sec · East 39th Street
19

Arrive at destination

East 39th Street

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Oakland Park, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oakland Park, FL

23 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

Deerfield Beach, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Oakland Park, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 23 miles from Highland Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 38.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard

Turn right onto SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 1 / North Federal Highway

Turn right onto US 1 / North Federal Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
3.4 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
38 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the exit toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll

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 12 Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, S...
9
38.1 mi into trip | ~48m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.34 one way

$14.68 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $7.98 $15.96
premium $4.72 $8.57 $17.14
diesel $5.61 $10.18 $20.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13.8 0 $4.84 $2.21
Efficient EV 11.5 0 $4.03 $1.84
EV Truck/SUV 18.4 0 $6.45 $2.95

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (69% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

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 12, 2026

Origin

Highland Beach, FL

Late night in Highland Beach on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Partly Cloudy

E 25 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 11:13PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 2:48PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Destination

Hialeah, FL

Late night in Hialeah on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Partly Cloudy

NE 12 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 11:13PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 2:48PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

60°F

Oakland Park, FL

23 mi in

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

4 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

1h 3m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience, as 81% of this route is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-95, which accounts for a 34.5-mile uninterrupted stretch of your travel. The drive transitions from these fast-paced interstate lanes into a more localized feel as you navigate via SR 9 and the Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector to reach your final destination. It is a functional, point-to-point journey rather than a leisurely scenic tour, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. Prepare for a standard interstate driving environment that demands your focus as you transition from the coastal feel of Highland Beach toward the urban density of Hialeah.

81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.5 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and SR 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.9 miles (SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (US 1 / North Federal Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

28 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

36 ft

Total Descent

35 ft

Highest Point

28 ft

~7.7 mi in

Elevation Range

23 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 46.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.5 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Hialeah, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (US 1 / North Federal Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hialeah, FL before heading back.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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