Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 29m
Distance
232.1 mi
374 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Butler, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Hialeah, FL
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Lake Butler, FL to Hialeah, FL is 232.1 miles and takes about 4h 29m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, primarily traveling south on a major toll road. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll spend most of your time on the highway, making it a straightforward journey. Plan for a quick travel day, getting you to your destination with ample time.
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
116 miles from Lake Butler, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 212.6 mi | 3h 51m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Northwest 37th Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Conroy Windermere Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Northwest 199th Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Kirkman Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| 6th Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Conroy Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Butler, FL and Hialeah, FL.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Pine Street
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
Turn right onto Main Street
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
Continue on Main Street
Enter roundabout onto 6th Avenue
Continue on 6th Avenue
Continue on Conroy Windermere Road
Continue on Conroy Road
Turn right onto FL 435
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 4
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue
Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Continue on SR 953
Turn right onto SR 932
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
Turn right onto East 39th Street
Arrive at destination
Consider an early morning departure from Lake Butler to maximize your daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic as you approach South Florida. This route is manageable in a single day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, a brief stop for a meal or stretch could be beneficial. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before starting the 212.6-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, as services can be spaced out. The fuel cost estimate of $37 is a helpful guide for budgeting.
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.
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 51 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116 miles or 2h 15m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Lake Butler, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Butler, FL
This is one driving day of about 232.1 miles and 4h 29m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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.
A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 116 miles from Lake Butler, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 212.6 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 222.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Enter roundabout onto 6th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto FL 435 / Kirkman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Regular Gas
$35.13 one way
$70.27 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $38.55 | $77.10 |
| premium | $4.55 | $41.58 | $83.15 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $43.82 | $87.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $14.88
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
$35
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.6 | 0 | $24.37 | $11.14 |
| Efficient EV | 58 | 0 | $20.31 | $9.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.8 | 1 | $32.49 | $14.85 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Lake Butler on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Hialeah on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect to be on the highway for 92% of this 232.1-mile drive. The longest continuous stretch is 212.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. You'll transition from the highway to surface roads, specifically Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector and Northwest 37th Avenue, for the final miles into Hialeah. The dense exit pattern on the Turnpike is a notable feature for much of this trip.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near 6th Avenue.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 232.1 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (6th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.6 miles (FL 435 / Kirkman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
21 ft
Total Descent
120 ft
Highest Point
105 ft
Elevation Range
99 ft
Hialeah is a city in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 29m. Total distance: 232.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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