Origin
Kendall, FL
Evening in Kendall on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kendall, FL to Miami, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
11.2 mi
18 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
★
6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 24m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kendall, FL
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Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 11.2 miles from Kendall to Miami, expect a quick transit of about 21 minutes. This short journey is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You will primarily utilize a combination of South Dixie Highway, I-95, and US-1 to navigate between these two Florida locations. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, this drive is as budget-friendly as it is convenient. Whether you are commuting or heading into the city for an afternoon, the direct nature of this route makes it a straightforward trek across the region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Dixie Highway | 8.2 mi | 15m |
| I 95 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| US 1 | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 1st Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 1st Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Miami Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 98th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Dixie Highway
— 8.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kendall, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on US 1
12 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Dixie Highway
2
Turn right
113 ft
·
10 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest 98th Street
109 ft
·
5 sec
·
Southwest 98th Street
4
Turn left onto US 1
8.2 mi
·
15 min
·
South Dixie Highway
Use the straight lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95; US 1
Toward I 95 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit onto US 1; SR 970
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1; SR 970
Exit 2A
Toward US 1: Downtown, Biscayne Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Southeast 1st Avenue
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto Southeast 1st Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Southeast 1st Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
9
Turn left onto Northeast 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Northeast 1st Street
10
Turn left onto North Miami Avenue
310 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Miami Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 11 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Southwest 98th Street
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest 98th Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
8.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 95; US 1
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1 toward I 95 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North
8
10.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 1; SR 970
Take the exit onto US 1; SR 970 toward US 1: Downtown, Biscayne Boulevard
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 2A
Toward US 1: Downtown, Biscayne Boulevard
7
10.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Southeast 1st Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Southeast 1st Avenue
5
11 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Northeast 1st Street
Turn left onto Northeast 1st Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.78 one way
$3.57 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.94 | $3.88 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.08 | $4.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.47 | $4.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Destination
Miami, FL
Evening in Miami on Sunday
Local time
6:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
21m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through the urban landscape. Only 21% of this 11.2-mile journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time maneuvering through local streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 8.2 miles you will cover on South Dixie Highway. The transition between fast-paced highway segments and dense local traffic gives the route a varied, stop-and-go personality. Be prepared for a dynamic experience behind the wheel that shifts quickly from open arterial roads to the tighter turns of city driving.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.2 mi on South Dixie Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest 98th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 11.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 21m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest 98th Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.3 miles (I 95; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles (US 1; SR 970): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
13 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
8 ft
Total Descent
15 ft
Highest Point
13 ft
~9.6 mi in
Elevation Range
7 ft
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 21m. Total distance: 11.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.2 miles on South Dixie Highway. 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 Miami, 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: near the start (Southwest 98th Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 8.3 miles (I 95; US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.2 miles (US 1; SR 970): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Miami, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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