Origin
Miami, FL
Late night in Miami on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami, FL to Bal Harbour, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
14.1 mi
23 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami, FL
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Bal Harbour, FL
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Trip Overview
Embarking on this 14.1-mile journey from Miami to Bal Harbour, Florida, will take approximately 25 minutes of driving time. The route predominantly utilizes I-95, with segments on Northeast 125th Street and Northeast 123rd Street, making it a quick and convenient trip. Given its short distance and duration, this drive is perfectly suited as a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $2, reflecting the compact nature of this Florida-to-Florida excursion. This drive offers a straightforward transition between urban and coastal environments.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| Northeast 125th Street | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Northeast 123rd Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Broad Causeway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 96th Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 125th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Camden Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Miami Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 7.6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Bal Harbour, FL.
1
Start on North Miami Avenue
499 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 95
Use the slight right lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North
Use the slight right lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 10A
Toward SR 922: Northwest 125th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto SR 922
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 125th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on SR 922
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast 125th Street
9
Continue on SR 922
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Miami Boulevard
10
Continue on SR 922
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 123rd Street
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on SR 922
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Causeway
12
Continue on SR 922
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
96th Street
13
Turn left onto Bal Bay Drive
392 ft
·
17 sec
·
Bal Bay Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Park Drive
425 ft
·
21 sec
·
Park Drive
15
Turn left onto Camden Drive
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Camden Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Camden Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 8.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the ramp toward I 95
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 North
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
8.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward SR 922: Northwest 125th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10A
Toward SR 922: Northwest 125th Street
6
8.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
SR 922 / Northwest 125th Street
Turn right onto SR 922 / Northwest 125th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.24 one way
$4.49 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.62 | $5.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Bal Harbour, FL
Late night in Bal Harbour on Sunday
Local time
1:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
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
25m 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 drive presents a mixed profile, with 54% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a 7.6-mile stretch on I-95, offering a chance to maintain consistent speed. The route transitions from the interstate to local streets like Northeast 125th Street and Northeast 123rd Street, requiring adjustments in pace and attention. Expect a blend of faster-paced highway driving and navigating urban thoroughfares as you approach your destination.
54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
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 14.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 25m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Miami, FL
Full guide →“The Magic City” · Founded 1825
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
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 25m. Total distance: 14.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.6 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 Bal Harbour, 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: at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 95): 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bal Harbour, 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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