Origin
Lighthouse Point, FL
Late night in Lighthouse Point on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lighthouse Point, FL to Hialeah, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lighthouse Point, FL
Blair Damson
Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
This 36.3-mile drive from Lighthouse Point to Hialeah in Florida is a quick trip, typically taking about 52 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey, perfect for a single-day excursion with no need for an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on I-95 and SR 9, with a bit of East Sample Road. Expect to spend around $6 on fuel for this stretch. The route keeps you within the state of Florida, offering a practical connection between these two locales without venturing into extensive scenic detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 25.2 mi | 29m |
| SR 9 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East Sample Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 135th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East 8th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 4th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| US 441 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 25.2 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lighthouse Point, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on East Sample Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
East Sample Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
3
Merge onto I 95
25 mi
·
29 min
·
I 95
Use the right lane.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 12
Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East
Use the slight left lane.
6
Turn straight onto US 441
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
US 441
7
Continue on SR 9
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
SR 9
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto SR 9
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Northwest 27th Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn right onto SR 916
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Opa Locka Boulevard
10
Continue on SR 916
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 135th Street
11
Turn left onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on SR 953
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 8th Avenue
13
Turn right onto SR 932
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 49th Street
14
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 4th Avenue
15
Turn right onto East 39th Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
East 39th Street
16
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Lighthouse Point, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Sample Road
Depart onto East Sample Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
28.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
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 12
Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, S...
9
28.4 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East
4
31.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
SR 9 / Northwest 27th Avenue
Turn left onto SR 9 / Northwest 27th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.78 one way
$11.56 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Hialeah, FL
Late night in Hialeah on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
11 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
52m 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?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 77% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-95 and SR 9. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 25.2 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. While it's largely a functional drive connecting points, the transitions between these main arteries will define the character of your journey. Be prepared for a steady cruise for the majority of the trip.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and SR 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Sample Road.
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 10 decision points packed into just 36.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Sample Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 36.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.2 miles on I 95. 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 Hialeah, 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 (East Sample Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.3 miles: 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 Hialeah, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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