Traveling from Miami to Hialeah is a quick 10.6-mile journey that typically takes about 18 minutes to complete. Because the trip is so brief, you can easily handle it as a straightforward day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate a mix of local roads and major arteries like the Airport Expressway and I-95. With a minimal fuel cost of approximately $2, this is a highly economical route for your commute or local travel. Both cities are located within Florida, offering a seamless transition between the two urban hubs. It is a practical drive that prioritizes efficiency over long-distance exploration.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
East 4th Avenue
2.4 mi
4m
Airport Expressway
2.3 mi
3m
I 95
2.2 mi
2m
Okeechobee Road
0.9 mi
2m
Southeast 4th Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
East 39th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
North Miami Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
East 4th Avenue
— 2.4 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Hialeah, 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 95Use the slight right lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 NorthUse 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
0.1 mi·9 sec·I 95
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 4BToward SR 112 Toll West, I 195 East: Miami International Airport, Miami BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward SR 112 Toll West: Miami International AirportUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto SR 112 Toll
2.3 mi·3 min·Airport Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward US 27 North: Okeechobee RoadUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto US 27
0.9 mi·2 min·Okeechobee Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto Southeast 4th Avenue
0.4 mi·42 sec·Southeast 4th Avenue
12
Continue on East 4th Avenue
2.4 mi·4 min·East 4th Avenue
13
Turn left onto East 39th Street
0.2 mi·49 sec·East 39th Street
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 6.1 — 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
9
2.9 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward SR 112 Toll West, I 195 East: Miami International Airport, Miami Beach
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 4B
Toward SR 112 Toll West, I 195 East: Miami Inte...
7
3 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 112 Toll West: Miami International Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 112 Toll West: Miami International Ai...
6
6.1 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit toward US 27 North: Okeechobee Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 27 North: Okeechobee Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.69 one way
$3.37 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg4 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$1.84
$3.67
premium
$4.72
$1.97
$3.94
diesel
$5.61
$2.34
$4.68
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging
· 0 stops
· 75% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
3.2
0
$1.11
$0.51
Efficient EV
2.7
0
$0.93
$0.42
EV Truck/SUV
4.2
0
$1.48
$0.68
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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 13, 2026
Origin
Miami, FL
Late night
in Miami on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Mostly Clear
E 20 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 10:28PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Late night
in Hialeah on Sunday
Local time
3:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Mostly Clear
NE 10 to 14 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 10:28PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 12 at 3:58PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions between high-speed interstate travel and dense urban navigation. Roughly 43% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on highways, balancing the flow of I-95 and the Airport Expressway with the slower pace of local streets. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on East 4th Avenue, which spans 2.4 miles. The character of the road changes noticeably as you move from the core of Miami into the Hialeah area. Be prepared to adapt your driving style quickly as you shift from the highway lanes to the more localized grid of East 4th Avenue.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.4 mi on East 4th Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 Effort10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 10.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
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 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
29 ft6 ft
Total Climb
38 ft
Total Descent
37 ft
Highest Point
29 ft
~3 mi in
Elevation Range
23 ft
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 Miami, FL to Hialeah, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Miami Beach along the way.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 10.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). 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 2.4 miles on East 4th Avenue. 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: at 0.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 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.
