Miami, FL to Midway, FL is 672.3 miles and takes about 12h 18m via I 10, Florida's Turnpike, and I 75, with a fuel budget near $103 and a need for an overnight stay. This long-haul drive stays within Florida, beginning in the bustling south and heading northwest. Given the nearly 13-hour estimated drive time, planning for two recommended days will make this trip much more manageable. You'll spend most of your time on major interstate highways, making it a straightforward, though lengthy, transit.
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
336.2 miles from Miami, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 6h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
269.9 mi
4h 49m
Florida's Turnpike
264.1 mi
4h 47m
I 75
106.9 mi
1h 54m
I 95
9.8 mi
12m
Garcon Point Road
8.8 mi
12m
Avalon Boulevard
5.5 mi
7m
Gulf Breeze Parkway
3.9 mi
5m
Abercrombie Road
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 269.9 mi, about 4h 49m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 92 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,276 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,813
Quietest
2 AM
~154 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Midway, 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
7.8 mi·9 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 12AToward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike TollUse the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
264 mi·4 hr 47 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi·15 sec·Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: OcalaUse the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·15 sec
Exit 435Toward I 10: Jacksonville, TallahasseeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·30 sec
Toward I 10 West: TallahasseeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 10
270 mi·4 hr 49 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 26Toward CR 191: Milton, BagdadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto CR 191
7.2 mi·10 min·Garcon Point Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto FL 281 Toll
1.6 mi·2 min·Garcon Point Road
17
Continue on FL 281 Toll
5.5 mi·7 min·Avalon Boulevard
18
Turn left onto US 98
3.9 mi·5 min·Gulf Breeze Parkway
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto Abercrombie Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Abercrombie Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto Keystone Drive
418 ft·20 sec·Keystone Drive
21
Turn right onto Cedar Street
388 ft·17 sec·Cedar Street
22
Arrive at destination
Cedar Street
Trip Plan
Given the 12h 18m duration, this is best tackled over two days. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize your driving time and cover a good portion of the 672.3 miles. Plan to stop around the halfway point or slightly beyond to break up the drive; with 3 planned stops, you can ensure you have ample opportunities for rest and refueling. The longest stretch without a major break is nearly 270 miles on I 10, so be sure to top off your tank before entering that segment, as fuel stops can become less frequent in certain areas.
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 336.2 miles from Miami, FL, or about 6h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 269.9 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 148 miles or 2h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 336.2 miles or 6h 9m 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 336.2 miles or 6h 9m
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 11h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Midway, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miami, 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 Miami, FL
Aim for roughly 336 miles and 6.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Midway, FL
Aim for roughly 336 miles and 6.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 148 miles from Miami, 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 I 10 for about 269.9 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 653.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
7
10.5 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the exit toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 12A
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
8
382.8 mi into trip|~6h 59m in
Take the exit toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
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 435
Toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
8
383 mi into trip|~6h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: Tallahassee
8
653.2 mi into trip|~11h 49m in
Take the exit toward CR 191: Milton, Bagdad
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 26
Toward CR 191: Milton, Bagdad
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$108.10 one way
$216.19 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg235 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.44
$117.57
$235.15
premium
$4.78
$126.47
$252.93
diesel
$6.18
$163.55
$327.10
Estimated Tolls: $18.47
Florida's Turnpike
(263.9 mi)$18.47
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
$108
Tolls
$18
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$257–$367
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 235.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $71 in charging
· 2 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
201.7
2
$70.59
$32.27
Efficient EV
168.1
1
$58.83
$26.89
EV Truck/SUV
268.9
3
$94.12
$43.03
Gas CO2
235 kg
EV CO2
79 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Miami, FL
Late night
in Miami on Monday
Local time
5:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NE 25 mph55% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 7:36PM EDT until October 20 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 9:49AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Destination
Midway, FL
Late night
in Midway on Monday
Local time
4:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Clear
NE 15 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 7:36PM EDT until October 20 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 9:49AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
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 earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
21 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
12h 18m 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.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
National Seashore
Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
$25
near mile 672.3
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a predominantly highway drive, with 97% of the route on interstates. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 269.9 miles on I 10, offering extended periods of cruising. The transition to surface roads will occur as you approach your destination. Expect a high volume of exits and interchanges throughout the majority of your travel on the interstate system.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 269.9 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 20 significant decision points across 672.3 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 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 382.8 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
176 ft6 ft
Total Climb
323 ft
Total Descent
317 ft
Highest Point
176 ft
~624.3 mi in
Elevation Range
170 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 Midway, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tallahassee 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
The longest stretch is about 269.9 miles on I 10. 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 336 miles on day one.
Expect about $18.47 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 61 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 Midway, 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 61 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 382.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore and Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 12.3 hours each way, a round trip means 24.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Midway, FL before the return drive.
