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Trip from Lake Alfred, FL to Miramar, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 13m

Distance

213.2 mi

343 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 1m ★
6 AM
4h 14m
8 AM
4h 40m
10 AM
4h 23m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 39m
8 PM
4h 6m

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

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city in Polk County, Florida, United States of America

Lake Alfred, FL

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Lake Alfred to Miramar covers a 213.2-mile stretch that typically takes about 4 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Because the route is highly efficient, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $36 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively affordable trek across the state. By relying on Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and US 27, you stay on a direct path that keeps travel time predictable. This is a straightforward, practical drive that connects Central Florida to the southern coastal regions without unnecessary detours.

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

106.6 miles from Lake Alfred, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 142.7 mi 2h 36m
FL 60 46.5 mi 59m
US 27 14.9 mi 20m
Alfred Street 4.9 mi 6m
Hollywood Boulevard 1.1 mi 2m
Southwest 72nd Avenue 1 mi 2m
Bahama Drive 0.4 mi 1m
North Glencruiten Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 142.7 mi, about 2h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lake Alfred, FL and Miramar, FL.

1

Start on East Haines Boulevard

110 ft · 11 sec · East Haines Boulevard
2

Turn left onto North Glencruiten Avenue

0.2 mi · 59 sec · North Glencruiten Avenue
3

Turn right onto US 17; US 92

4.9 mi · 6 min · Alfred Street
4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Use the right lane.
5

Merge onto US 27

15 mi · 20 min · US 27
Use the left lane.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Use the left lane.
7

Merge onto FL 60

0.1 mi · 14 sec · FL 60
8

Continue on FL 60

46 mi · 59 min · FL 60
Use the left lane.
9

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on this road

295 ft · 7 sec · this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

143 mi · 2 hr 36 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Exit 49B Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto SR 820

1.1 mi · 2 min · Hollywood Boulevard
15

Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
16

At end of road, turn left onto SR 824

444 ft · 19 sec · Pembroke Road
17

Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive

527 ft · 25 sec · West Arcadia Drive
18

At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street

158 ft · 12 sec · Tropicana Street
19

Turn left onto Bahama Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Bahama Drive
20

Arrive at destination

Bahama Drive

Trip Plan

Since this is a four-hour trip, try to plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid the heaviest traffic patterns as you approach the Miramar area. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that 142.7-mile Turnpike stretch, as service plazas are your best bet for convenient refueling and breaks. Given the duration, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule without needing to stress over a complex multi-day itinerary. Sticking to the main highway arteries will ensure you maintain your projected pace throughout the day.

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 106.6 miles from Lake Alfred, FL, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.7 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 47 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 106.6 miles or 2h 12m 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 26m

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 Lake Alfred, 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 Lake Alfred, FL

This is one driving day of about 213.2 miles and 4h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Lake Alfred, 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 142.7 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

107 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

Eagle Lake, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Pierce, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.6 miles from Lake Alfred, 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 142.7 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Haven Coffee Roastery & Bakery

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Auburndale, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18632297279

Visit website

Haven Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Winter Haven, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18632519619

Visit website

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 182.8

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

Peaceful Waters Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 167.5

Wellington, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15617914005

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 121.8

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

LEGO® NINJAGO® World

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 15.2

Winter Haven, Florida

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

Visit website

Joseph C. Carter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 198

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19548285411

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 213.2

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Cypress Gardens

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 15.2

Winter Haven, Florida

+18886905346

Visit website

Stuart Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 121.8

Stuart, Florida

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+17722204600

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 20.3 and 211.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
20.3 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
67 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
67.2 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
7
210 mi into trip | ~4h 5m 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
6
211.6 mi into trip | ~4h 8m in | Southwest 72nd Avenue

Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.94 one way

$67.87 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $36.92 $73.83
premium $4.72 $39.64 $79.29
diesel $5.61 $47.07 $94.14

Estimated Tolls: $9.99

Florida's Turnpike (142.7 mi) $9.99

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

$34

Tolls

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 64 0 $22.39 $10.23
Efficient EV 53.3 0 $18.65 $8.53
EV Truck/SUV 85.3 1 $29.85 $13.64

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 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 15, 2026

Origin

Lake Alfred, FL

Late night in Lake Alfred on Sunday

Local time

5:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Miramar, FL

Late night in Miramar on Sunday

Local time

5:55 AM

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

7 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 13m 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?

Expect a very fast-paced experience, as this route is 96% highway-focused. You will spend the vast majority of your time cruising on major thoroughfares, with the longest uninterrupted stretch spanning 142.7 miles on Florida’s Turnpike. The transition from the quieter inland areas around Lake Alfred to the busier corridors leading toward Miramar is seamless thanks to the high-speed road network. Because such a high percentage of the trip takes place on highways, you should prepare for steady, consistent driving rather than winding local roads. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic winding detours.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142.7 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 FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.3 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 17 significant decision points across 213.2 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 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.2 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.

On the drive from Lake Alfred, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami along the way.

Florida's Turnpike South: Miami

67.2 mi in | ~1h 29m

About the Cities

Arriving in Miramar, FL

Full guide →

Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of 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 4h 13m. Total distance: 213.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 142.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $9.99 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 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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