Origin
Interlachen, FL
Night in Interlachen on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Interlachen, 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
6h 19m
Distance
320.1 mi
515 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 7m
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6 AM
6h 19m
8 AM
6h 44m
10 AM
6h 28m
12 PM
6h 25m
3 PM
6h 29m
5 PM
6h 43m
8 PM
6h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Interlachen, FL
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Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
This 320.1-mile journey from Interlachen to Hialeah, Florida, is a straightforward drive that can be completed in about 6 hours and 19 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll be spending most of your time on major highways, with 92% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $51, so budgeting is simple. This route is primarily focused on efficient travel across Florida, connecting two points within the state. It's a practical option if you need to get from North Central Florida down to the Miami metropolitan area with minimal fuss.
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
160 miles from Interlachen, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 144.1 mi | 2h 35m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 106.2 mi | 1h 57m |
| FL 100 | 23.8 mi | 30m |
| FL 20 | 15.6 mi | 25m |
| US Highway 1 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| State Street | 6 mi | 8m |
| Memorial Bridge | 5 mi | 8m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 144.1 mi, about 2h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Interlachen, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on this road
94 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Commonwealth Avenue
426 ft
·
21 sec
·
Commonwealth Avenue
3
Turn right onto FL 20
16 mi
·
25 min
·
FL 20
4
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 20
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
9th Street
5
Turn right onto US 17; FL 100
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Reid Street
6
Continue on US 17; FL 100
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Memorial Bridge
7
Turn left onto FL 100
24 mi
·
30 min
·
FL 100
8
Turn left onto US 1; FL 100
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
State Street
9
Enter roundabout onto US 1
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
US Highway 1
10
Continue on US 1
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 1
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
12
Merge onto I 95
144 mi
·
2 hr 35 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the left lane.
18
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
106 mi
·
1 hr 57 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
Use the slight right lane.
20
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
21
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 199th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest 37th Avenue
23
Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
24
Continue on SR 953
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 8th Avenue
25
Turn right onto SR 932
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 49th Street
26
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 4th Avenue
27
Turn right onto East 39th Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
East 39th Street
28
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour, 19-minute drive, aim for an early morning departure from Interlachen to avoid potential afternoon traffic as you approach Hialeah. With only one recommended stop, you'll want to plan that break strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you need to refuel. The longest stretch on I-95 is considerable, so ensure you’re comfortable with extended highway driving. Given the $51 fuel cost, confirm your fuel level before you leave and consider topping off before entering more densely populated areas where prices can fluctuate. This route prioritizes speed, so focus on steady progress.
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 160 miles from Interlachen, FL, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 144.1 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 70 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160 miles or 3h 14m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Interlachen, 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 Interlachen, FL
This is one driving day of about 320.1 miles and 6h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Interlachen, 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 I 95 for about 144.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 70 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 160 miles from Interlachen, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 144.1 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 57.9 and 310 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
57.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
202.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m 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
7
202.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 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
8
203.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 2m 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
8
310 mi into trip
|
~6h in
Take the exit toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadiu...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.95 one way
$101.90 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $55.43 | $110.85 |
| premium | $4.72 | $59.52 | $119.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $70.67 | $141.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.43
Florida's Turnpike
(106.2 mi)
$7.43
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
$51
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96 | 1 | $33.61 | $15.36 |
| Efficient EV | 80 | 0 | $28.01 | $12.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128 | 1 | $44.81 | $20.49 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Night in Hialeah on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Partly Cloudy
E 6 to 14 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 4:28PM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 12:29PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 19m 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.
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
$25
near mile 102.8
Caution: Pavement Project- Playalinda District
Park Closure: Limited Access to Apollo District Parking Lots 2 and 3
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
near mile 45.7
View on nps.gov
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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 331.3
View on nps.gov
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
$15
near mile 22.8
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this route, with 92% of your travel on major interstates like I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, along with FL 100. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 144.1 miles on I-95, meaning you can settle in for some extended driving time. This profile suggests a predominantly fast-paced experience, designed for covering distance efficiently rather than for leisurely sightseeing. As you progress south, the landscape will gradually transition towards the more urbanized environment of South Florida.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 144.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 57.9 miles in near I 95.
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 320.1 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 57.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 202.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Between Interlachen, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Fort Pierce
202.1 mi in
|
~3h 59m
Miami
203.3 mi in
|
~4h 2m
Florida's Turnpike South
203.3 mi in
|
~4h 2m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 19m. Total distance: 320.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 19m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 144.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.43 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 Hialeah, 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 57.9 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 202.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Canaveral National Seashore, Fort Matanzas National Monument and Biscayne National Park (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hialeah, FL before the return drive.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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