Kensington Park, FL to Hialeah, FL is 219.6 miles and takes about 4h 6m via I 75 and Express Lanes, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Florida, making it a straightforward trip for those already in the state. Given its relatively short duration and predominantly highway profile, it's well-suited for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect consistent travel speeds. Plan for this drive to be mostly about covering ground efficiently.
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
109.8 miles from Kensington Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
205.1 mi
3h 40m
Express Lanes
3 mi
3m
Gratigny Parkway
2.1 mi
2m
17th Street
1.7 mi
3m
Palm Avenue
1.5 mi
2m
Honore Avenue
1 mi
1m
Fruitville Road
0.9 mi
1m
West 4th Avenue/Red Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 205.1 mi, about 3h 40m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 62 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,628 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,277
Quietest
2 AM
~215 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kensington Park, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Jay Place
408 ft·23 sec·Jay Place
2
Turn left onto 27th Parkway
0.2 mi·37 sec·27th Parkway
3
Turn right onto Melgert Place
275 ft·12 sec·Melgert Place
4
Continue on Melgert Lane
476 ft·22 sec·Melgert Lane
5
Turn right onto Tee Lane
380 ft·20 sec·Tee Lane
6
Turn left onto Tee Road
0.2 mi·48 sec·Tee Road
7
Turn right onto Prudence Drive
0.2 mi·39 sec·Prudence Drive
8
Turn left onto 17th Street
1.7 mi·3 min·17th Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto Honore Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Honore Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto Honore Avenue
160 ft·4 sec·Honore Avenue
11
Continue on Honore Avenue
0.4 mi·46 sec·Honore Avenue
12
Turn left onto FL 780
0.9 mi·1 min·Fruitville Road
Use the left lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 75 South: NaplesUse the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 75
9.7 mi·10 min·I 75
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi·3 hr 14 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
3.3 mi·3 min·I 75
Toward MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
7.2 mi·7 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·28 sec
Toward Express LanesUse the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto Express Lanes
3.0 mi·3 min·Express Lanes
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi·31 sec
Toward Northwest 138th StreetUse the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto I 75
3.7 mi·4 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on SR 924 Toll
2.1 mi·2 min·Gratigny Parkway
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red RoadUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn right onto SR 823
0.7 mi·1 min·West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Use the right lane.
25
Turn left onto West 68th Street
510 ft·19 sec·West 68th Street
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on West 2nd Court
0.2 mi·26 sec·West 2nd Court
27
Continue on West 65th Street
0.3 mi·31 sec·West 65th Street
28
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
1.5 mi·2 min·Palm Avenue
29
Turn left onto East 41st Street
0.3 mi·38 sec·East 41st Street
30
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
504 ft·27 sec·East 2nd Avenue
31
Turn left onto East 39th Place
445 ft·21 sec·East 39th Place
32
Turn right onto East 2nd Court
182 ft·10 sec·East 2nd Court
33
Turn right onto East 39th Street
257 ft·11 sec·East 39th Street
34
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to arrive and still have your afternoon free. Since the longest stretch is over 200 miles on I 75, make sure you have a full tank of gas before you begin, as services might be more spread out during that segment. With only one recommended stop and a low fuel cost of around $35, you have a lot of flexibility. Consider using the Express Lanes or Gratigny Parkway strategically to bypass potential traffic bottlenecks closer to your destination in Hialeah.
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 109.8 miles from Kensington Park, FL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 205.1 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 48 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.8 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 18m
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 Kensington Park, 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 Kensington Park, FL
This is one driving day of about 219.6 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Kensington Park, 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 75 for about 205.1 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 27
5 decision points cluster between mile 14.5 and 215.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
14.5 mi into trip|~21m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
195.8 mi into trip|~3h 35m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Miami
6
199.1 mi into trip|~3h 39m in|I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
206.3 mi into trip|~3h 47m in
Take the exit toward Express Lanes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Express Lanes
7
215.9 mi into trip|~3h 58m in
Take the exit toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.24 one way
$66.49 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.48
$72.95
premium
$4.55
$39.34
$78.68
diesel
$4.80
$41.46
$82.93
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.9
0
$23.06
$10.54
Efficient EV
54.9
0
$19.22
$8.78
EV Truck/SUV
87.8
1
$30.74
$14.05
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Kensington Park, FL
Afternoon
in Kensington Park on Sunday
Local time
3:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
S 13 mph39% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:12PM CDT until July 18 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:06PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Afternoon
in Hialeah on Sunday
Local time
3:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
SE 12 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:12PM CDT until July 18 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:06PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
78°F
Golden Gate, FL
110 mi in
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
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
4h 6m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
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 219.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is 94% highway, meaning you'll be on high-speed roads for the vast majority of the 219.6 miles. The longest stretch without needing to exit is 205.1 miles, all on I 75. You'll encounter Express Lanes and Gratigny Parkway as well, contributing to the highway feel. Expect frequent exits and merges as you navigate through the populated South Florida corridor.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 205.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Express Lanes. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.5 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort10/10
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 27 significant decision points across 219.6 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 14.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 195.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 199.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
30 ft7 ft
Total Climb
28 ft
Total Descent
48 ft
Highest Point
30 ft
~62.7 mi in
Elevation Range
24 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kensington Park, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Miami and Express Lanes.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 219.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 205.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 14.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 195.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 199.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial and Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Hialeah, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
