Origin
Miami Shores, FL
Late night in Miami Shores on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami Shores, FL to Miami, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
14m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami Shores, FL
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Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
This short 7.7-mile drive from Miami Shores to Miami, Florida, is easily manageable in just 14 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day trip. Primarily utilizing I-95, Northwest 95th Street, and North Miami Avenue, you'll find yourself on a highway-focused journey. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, this is a very budget-friendly excursion. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is so brief, you can complete it in one go without needing an overnight stay. Expect a straightforward commute within the Florida region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Northwest 95th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 95th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 2nd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 96th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 4.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami Shores, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on this road
140 ft
·
15 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Northeast 96th Street
213 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northeast 96th Street
3
Turn left onto Northeast 2nd Avenue
379 ft
·
11 sec
·
Northeast 2nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Northeast 95th Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Northeast 95th Street
5
Continue on Northwest 95th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 95th Street
6
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 95 South: Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, Miami International Airport
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northeast 96th Street
Turn left onto Northeast 96th Street
Navigation decision point
7
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northeast 2nd Avenue
Turn left onto Northeast 2nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left toward I 95 South: Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, Miami International Airport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Downtown Miami, Miami Beach,...
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m 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
6
7.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.23 one way
$2.45 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.33 | $2.67 |
| premium | $4.72 | $1.43 | $2.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Miami, FL
Late night in Miami on Sunday
Local time
5:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
1 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
14m 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?
You'll be spending about 64% of this 7.7-mile trip on highways, giving it a decidedly highway-focused profile. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.9 miles on I-95. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the journey, with the focus being on efficient travel rather than varied scenery. The transition between the main roads like I-95, Northwest 95th Street, and North Miami Avenue should feel familiar to anyone accustomed to urban driving.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.9 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Northwest 95th Street. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northeast 96th Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Northeast 96th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northeast 2nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
31 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
50 ft
Total Descent
51 ft
Highest Point
31 ft
~4.4 mi in
Elevation Range
25 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Miami Shores, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Miami Beach, Miami International Airport and Port Of Miami.
Miami Beach
1.1 mi in
|
~3m
Miami International Airport
1.1 mi in
|
~3m
Port Of Miami
6.3 mi in
|
~10m
About the Cities
Arriving 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 14m. Total distance: 7.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.9 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 Miami, 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 (Northeast 96th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northeast 2nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: 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 Miami, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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