Traveling from Indian Harbour Beach to Miramar covers 170.3 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will mainly navigate via Eau Gallie Boulevard, Florida's Turnpike, and I-95. Budgeting around $28 for fuel should keep you covered for the journey. Since you are staying within the state of Florida, the transition is smooth, though you should prepare for the shift from the coastal atmosphere of Indian Harbour Beach to the urban environment of Miramar.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.2 miles from Indian Harbour Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
102.2 mi
1h 52m
I 95
53.8 mi
57m
Eau Gallie Boulevard
6.9 mi
12m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
East Eau Gallie Boulevard
1 mi
1m
Southwest 72nd Avenue
1 mi
2m
Highway A1A
0.6 mi
1m
Okeechobee Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 102.2 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Harbour Beach, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on School Road
331 ft·15 sec·School Road
2
Turn left onto Biscayne Drive
59 ft·3 sec·Biscayne Drive
3
Turn left onto Ronnie Drive
358 ft·19 sec·Ronnie Drive
4
Turn right onto Palm Springs Boulevard
0.2 mi·52 sec·Palm Springs Boulevard
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At end of road, turn right onto SR A1A
0.6 mi·1 min·Highway A1A
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Turn straight
365 ft·13 sec
7
Turn straight onto FL 518
1.0 mi·1 min·East Eau Gallie Boulevard
8
Continue on FL 518
6.9 mi·12 min·Eau Gallie Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
10
Merge onto I 95
54 mi·57 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
13
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
16
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
102 mi·1 hr 52 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi·2 min·Hollywood Boulevard
19
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft·19 sec·Pembroke Road
21
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft·25 sec·West Arcadia Drive
22
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft·12 sec·Tropicana Street
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Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
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Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Since the trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though planning for one strategic stop will help break up the 3-hour and 20-minute drive. Aim to depart outside of peak morning or evening commute hours to avoid the inevitable traffic congestion often found on I-95 near urban hubs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Turnpike, as highway service plazas can occasionally get busy. Because you are spending the vast majority of your time on limited-access roads, ensure your toll pass is ready to go before you leave Indian Harbour Beach. This preparation will help you maintain a smooth, stress-free pace throughout the entire 170.3-mile journey.
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 85.2 miles from Indian Harbour Beach, FL, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.2 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 37 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.2 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miramar, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Indian Harbour Beach, 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 Indian Harbour Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 170.3 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Indian Harbour Beach, 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 102.2 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 63.1 and 168.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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63.1 mi into trip|~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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63.6 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
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64.4 mi into trip|~1h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
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167.1 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
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168.7 mi into trip|~3h 14m in|Southwest 72nd Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.11 one way
$54.21 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$29.49
$58.97
premium
$4.72
$31.67
$63.33
diesel
$5.61
$37.60
$75.20
Estimated Tolls: $7.16
Florida's Turnpike
(102.2 mi)$7.16
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
$27
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.1
0
$17.88
$8.17
Efficient EV
42.6
0
$14.90
$6.81
EV Truck/SUV
68.1
0
$23.84
$10.90
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% 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
Indian Harbour Beach, FL
Afternoon
in Indian Harbour Beach on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Clear
E 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 2:27PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Miramar, FL
Afternoon
in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 20m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient commute, as 92% of this route takes place on major highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the road, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 102.2 miles along Florida's Turnpike. While the drive is functional rather than scenic, the transition from local roads like Eau Gallie Boulevard onto the high-speed turnpike system allows for consistent progress. Keep in mind that this is a focused, utilitarian drive designed to get you from point A to point B as quickly as possible. You should anticipate a predictable experience behind the wheel, characterized by long, straight sections of interstate pavement.
92% 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: 102.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 63.1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 19 significant decision points across 170.3 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 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
35 ft5 ft
Total Climb
38 ft
Total Descent
43 ft
Highest Point
35 ft
~146 mi in
Elevation Range
31 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Indian Harbour Beach, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 170.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.16 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 Miramar, 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 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
