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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 29m

Distance

292.3 mi

470 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$47

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 16m ★
6 AM
5h 29m
8 AM
5h 56m
10 AM
5h 38m
12 PM
5h 36m
3 PM
5h 40m
5 PM
5h 54m
8 PM
5h 21m

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

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county seat of Citrus County, Florida, United States

Inverness, FL

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city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States

Miami, FL

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Trip Overview

This 293-mile journey from Inverness to Miami is a straightforward, single-day drive, taking approximately 4 hours and 24 minutes. You'll navigate using Courthouse Square, Gulf to Lake Highway, and primarily Florida's Turnpike South. With a fuel cost estimated at $49, this route is designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours, fitting comfortably within a single day. Expect a turn-heavy local drive experience for much of the way, making it an accessible option for those looking to cover ground between Central and South Florida. The drive is entirely within Florida, connecting two distinct regions of the state.

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

146.1 miles from Inverness, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 263.8 mi 4h 46m
Gulf to Lake Highway 15 mi 20m
I 95 9 mi 11m
North Miami Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Northwest 8th Street 0.4 mi 1m
US 41 0.3 mi <1m
Courthouse Square 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 263.8 mi, about 4h 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Inverness, FL and Miami, FL.

1

Start on this road

113 ft · 10 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Courthouse Square

264 ft · 13 sec · Courthouse Square
3

Continue on Courthouse Square

278 ft · 9 sec · Courthouse Square
4

Continue on Courthouse Square

298 ft · 14 sec · Courthouse Square
5

Turn left onto US 41; FL 44

0.3 mi · 47 sec · US 41; FL 44
6

Turn left onto FL 44

15 mi · 20 min · Gulf to Lake Highway
7

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

264 mi · 4 hr 46 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95 South Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13

Merge onto I 95

9.0 mi · 11 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 3B Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16

Turn right onto North Miami Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Arrive at destination

North Miami Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 24-minute drive covering 293 miles, starting your journey earlier in the day is advisable to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Miami. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to pace yourself, but be mindful of the turn-heavy nature of the route. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $49, and plan your fill-ups accordingly. A key tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the Florida's Turnpike South signage, as its extensive network can be complex for first-time users.

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 146.1 miles from Inverness, FL, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 263.8 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 64 miles or 1h 15m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 146.1 miles or 2h 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Inverness, 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 Inverness, FL

This is one driving day of about 292.3 miles and 5h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Inverness, 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 263.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Palm Bay, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Palm Bay, FL

146 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

Lake Butler, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palm Bay, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 146.1 miles from Inverness, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 263.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13527267060

Visit website

Hen House Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

0.1 mi

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

0.7 mi

Best coffee break

Sweet Alps Ice Cream Inverness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13524231112

Visit website

Christmas Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Inverness, Florida

0.9 mi

Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

2.6 mi

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13527267060

Visit website

Hen House Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13524197942

Visit website

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

FunDimension Game Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+17863601766

Visit website

Heidi's Souper Salads

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+13524194033

Central Cafe & Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+13524194911

Visit website

Sweet Alps Ice Cream Inverness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13524231112

Visit website

Christmas Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13524194329

Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13524231690

Visit website

Paloma Parlor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Windermere, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14078760895

Visit website

Coffee Corral

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Floral City, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13524195801

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887518560

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

1.5 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Inverness, Florida

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Minneola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13523523155

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Inverness, Florida

+31880109500

Visit website

SynergEV Charging Station

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Minneola, Florida

Maurice A. Ferré Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13053587550

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

The Horrorland Miami

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13054007000

Visit website

Little Havana Tours

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Visit website

Paradox Museum Miami

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 12–7 pm

+13056143808

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

Wynwood Walls

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 10:30 am–6:30 pm

+13055763334

Visit website

Wynwood Art Walk Tours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+13058149290

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 16.2 and 291.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
16.2 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
6
280.9 mi into trip | ~5h 11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95, US 441
7
281.7 mi into trip | ~5h 13m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward I 95 South
8
290.9 mi into trip | ~5h 25m in

Take the exit toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami

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 3B Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
6
291.7 mi into trip | ~5h 27m in | North Miami Avenue

Turn right onto North Miami Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$46.53 one way

$93.05 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 102 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $50.61 $101.22
premium $4.72 $54.35 $108.70
diesel $5.61 $64.54 $129.07

Estimated Tolls: $18.46

Florida's Turnpike (263.8 mi) $18.46

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

$47

Tolls

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 102.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 87.7 1 $30.69 $14.03
Efficient EV 73.1 0 $25.58 $11.69
EV Truck/SUV 116.9 1 $40.92 $18.71

Gas CO2

102 kg

EV CO2

34 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Inverness, FL

Morning in Inverness on Tuesday

Local time

6:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Miami, FL

Morning in Miami on Tuesday

Local time

6:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Mostly Sunny

E 15 mph 0% chance 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

16 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

5h 29m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is best described as a 'turn-heavy local drive.' With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter long stretches of interstate cruising. Instead, anticipate navigating through various local roads and highways, including the significant portion on Florida's Turnpike South. The absence of a specified longest stretch suggests a more varied driving experience, possibly with frequent intersections and transitions. This route prioritizes directness over expansive, uninterrupted driving, meaning you'll be actively engaged with the road and your surroundings.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 263.8 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 Gulf to Lake Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.2 miles in.

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 12 significant decision points across 292.3 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 16.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 280.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 281.7 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.

Between Inverness, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.

Florida's Turnpike South

16.2 mi in | ~23m

Orlando

16.2 mi in | ~23m

About the Cities

Arriving in Miami, FL

Full guide →

“The Magic City” · Founded 1825

Miami is a major city in the southeastern United States and the second most populous city in Florida. The Greater Miami metropolitan area is the largest in the state with an estimated population just under 6.1 million (2021), which makes it the 9th most populous metro area in the United States. Although tourists generally consider Miami Beach to be part of Miami, it is its own municipality. Miami Beach sits on a barrier island east of Miami and Biscayne Bay. It is home to lots of beach resorts, and is one of the most popular spring break party destinations in the world. This article only covers the city of Miami, not Miami Beach.

Top landmarks

  • • Little Havana — neighborhood in Miami, Florida
  • • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens — historic estate on Biscayne Bay; Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 29m. Total distance: 292.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 263.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $18.46 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 Miami, 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 16.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 280.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 281.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Miami, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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