Lynn Haven to Miami is 577.4 miles and takes about 10h 52m via Florida's Turnpike and I-75, with a fuel budget near $92 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though it's best as an overnight trip. This long-haul drive traverses the state of Florida, connecting the Panhandle region to South Florida. Given its length and the recommended 2 days for the trip, you'll want to plan for at least one overnight stop to make the most of the drive. Expect a high percentage of highway travel for most of this route.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
288.7 miles from Lynn Haven, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 33m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
264.2 mi
4h 46m
I 10
121.5 mi
2h 10m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
FL 20
28.4 mi
39m
FL 12
18.1 mi
24m
US 231
17.8 mi
22m
I 95
9 mi
11m
East 14th Street
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 264.2 mi, about 4h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lynn Haven, FL and Miami, FL.
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Start on this road
280 ft·26 sec·this road
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Turn left
173 ft·18 sec
3
Turn left onto FL 77
0.6 mi·1 min·Ohio Avenue
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Turn left onto CR 390
3.0 mi·5 min·East 14th Street
5
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 390
1.3 mi·2 min·CR 390
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At end of road, turn left onto US 231
18 mi·22 min·US 231
Use the left lane.
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Turn right onto FL 20
28 mi·39 min·FL 20
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Turn left onto FL 12
18 mi·24 min·FL 12
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Turn right onto FL 12; CR 270
0.6 mi·1 min·Selman Street
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Continue on FL 12
2.2 mi·3 min·Greensboro Highway
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Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
12
Merge onto I 10
121 mi·2 hr 10 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
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Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
264 mi·4 hr 46 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
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Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
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Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 SouthUse the straight / slight left lanes.
19
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 3BToward Northwest 8th Street, Port of MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
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Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 10-hour drive, it's highly recommended to split it over two days to avoid fatigue. Plan to depart early in the morning on your first day, aiming to cover about half the distance. Your longest stretch without a major change in road type is 264.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so factor in a break before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you get closer to Miami, and utilize the 3 recommended stops to stretch your legs and refuel. Budget around $92 for fuel, but check current prices before you leave.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 288.7 miles from Lynn Haven, FL, or about 5h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264.2 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 127 miles or 2h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 288.7 miles or 5h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 288.7 miles or 5h 33m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lynn Haven, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lynn Haven, FL
Aim for roughly 289 miles and 5.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Miami, FL
Aim for roughly 289 miles and 5.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 127 miles from Lynn Haven, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 264.2 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 301.5 and 576.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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301.5 mi into trip|~5h 47m in|Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
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566 mi into trip|~10h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 441
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566.9 mi into trip|~10h 36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
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576 mi into trip|~10h 48m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
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 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
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576.9 mi into trip|~10h 51m in|North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$91.91 one way
$183.81 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg202 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$99.98
$199.95
premium
$4.72
$107.36
$214.73
diesel
$5.61
$127.48
$254.97
Estimated Tolls: $18.49
Florida's Turnpike
(264.2 mi)$18.49
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
$92
Tolls
$18
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$240–$350
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 202 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $61 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
173.2
2
$60.63
$27.72
Efficient EV
144.4
1
$50.52
$23.10
EV Truck/SUV
231
2
$80.84
$36.95
Gas CO2
202 kg
EV CO2
68 kg (66% less)
Plan for 2 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 Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Lynn Haven, FL
Morning
in Lynn Haven on Tuesday
Local time
7:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miami, FL
Morning
in Miami on Tuesday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
16 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
10h 52m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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.
Biscayne National Park
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...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 577.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway driving, with 98% of the trip on major roads like I-10, I-75, and Florida's Turnpike. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of highway at 264.2 miles along Florida's Turnpike. Expect frequent exits and changes in speed limits as you transition between different major roadways. The majority of the miles are on high-speed interstates, so be prepared for typical interstate traffic patterns.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 264.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 301.5 miles in near Florida's Turnpike.
Driving Effort9/10
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 18 significant decision points across 577.4 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 301.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 566 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 566.9 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.
Between Lynn Haven, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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
The longest stretch is about 264.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 289 miles on day one.
Expect about $18.49 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.
Yes — we found about 49 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 3 meaningful breaks. There are 49 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 301.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 566 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 566.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 10.9 hours each way, a round trip means 21.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Miami, FL before the return drive.
