Traveling from Middleburg to Miami covers 349.3 miles of Florida landscape, typically taking about 6 hours and 36 minutes behind the wheel. Because this trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, it is manageable as a single-day excursion if you are comfortable with a full day of travel. You will navigate via the First Coast Expressway, I-95, and Florida's Turnpike to complete the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $58, it is a straightforward trek across the state. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this route is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing. Plan your schedule accordingly, as the duration can fluctuate depending on traffic density near urban centers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
174.7 miles from Middleburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 17m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
196.8 mi
3h 33m
Florida's Turnpike
108.4 mi
1h 59m
First Coast Expressway
19.8 mi
22m
FL 16
13.4 mi
19m
Blanding Boulevard
2.2 mi
3m
Shands Bridge
2 mi
2m
Leonard C. Taylor Parkway
1.1 mi
1m
North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 196.8 mi, about 3h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middleburg, FL and Miami, FL.
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Start on Wharf Street
119 ft·10 sec·Wharf Street
2
Turn left onto Main Street
32 ft·2 sec·Main Street
3
Turn right onto Palmetto Street
0.4 mi·59 sec·Palmetto Street
4
Turn right onto FL 21
2.2 mi·3 min·Blanding Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
286 ft·7 sec
Toward FL 23: First Coast Expressway
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward FL 23 Toll South: Green Cove Springs, Palatka
7
Merge onto FL 23 Toll
20 mi·22 min·First Coast Expressway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto SR-23
0.1 mi·11 sec·First Coast Expressway
9
Turn right onto FL 16
1.1 mi·1 min·Leonard C. Taylor Parkway
10
Continue on FL 16
2.0 mi·2 min·Shands Bridge
11
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 16
4.3 mi·6 min·FL 16
12
Turn left onto FL 16
1.6 mi·2 min·FL 16
13
Continue on FL 16
5.5 mi·7 min·FL 16
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on FL 16
2.0 mi·2 min·FL 16
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
16
Merge onto I 95
188 mi·3 hr 22 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
19
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
22
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
108 mi·1 hr 59 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 SouthUse the straight / slight left lanes.
26
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 3BToward Northwest 8th Street, Port of MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
29
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
To keep your drive efficient, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel during the 349.3-mile trip. Leaving Middleburg early in the morning can help you bypass potential congestion as you approach the busier sections of the Turnpike toward Miami. Keep your budget of $58 for fuel in mind, and try to fill up before hitting the more expensive service plazas along the toll roads. Since you only have one planned stop, use it strategically to break up the longest 196.8-mile stretch on I-95. Flexibility is your friend here, so check real-time traffic apps before departing to adjust for any unexpected delays on these major arteries.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 174.7 miles from Middleburg, FL, or about 3h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 196.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 77 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 174.7 miles or 3h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 24m
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 Middleburg, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Middleburg, FL
This is one driving day of about 349.3 miles and 6h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Middleburg, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 196.8 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 347.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.7 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 23 Toll South: Green Cove Springs, Palatka
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward FL 23 Toll South: Green Cove Springs, Pa...
8
227.5 mi into trip|~4h 14m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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227.9 mi into trip|~4h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
8
228.8 mi into trip|~4h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
347.9 mi into trip|~6h 32m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.60 one way
$111.20 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg122 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$60.48
$120.96
premium
$4.72
$64.95
$129.90
diesel
$5.61
$77.12
$154.24
Estimated Tolls: $7.59
Florida's Turnpike
(108.4 mi)$7.59
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
$56
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
104.8
1
$36.68
$16.77
Efficient EV
87.3
0
$30.56
$13.97
EV Truck/SUV
139.7
1
$48.90
$22.36
Gas CO2
122 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Middleburg, FL
Late night
in Middleburg on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miami, FL
Late night
in Miami on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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.
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
9 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
6h 36m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 60.2
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$25
near mile 120.5
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 349.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed experience on this route, as 97% of your time will be spent on major highways. The drive is defined by long, consistent stretches, including a significant 196.8-mile segment solely on I-95. While the journey is largely an interstate grind, the transition from the First Coast area into the Turnpike system keeps the flow relatively steady. You should be prepared for the monotonous nature of high-speed cruising, which requires sustained focus for several hours. This is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes speed and direct access over scenic detours.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 196.8 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 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 25 significant decision points across 349.3 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 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
43 ft-2 ft
Total Climb
55 ft
Total Descent
82 ft
Highest Point
43 ft
~49.9 mi in
Elevation Range
45 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Middleburg, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce and Florida's Turnpike South.
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 6h 36m. Total distance: 349.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 36m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 196.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.59 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Matanzas National Monument, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 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.
