This 224.2-mile drive from Mims, Florida, to Hialeah, Florida, is estimated to take around 3 hours and 30 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate via West Main Street and I-95 South, with a segment on FL 70. With a projected fuel cost of about $37, this route offers an economical way to travel south through Florida. The journey is characterized by a turn-heavy local drive feel, suggesting frequent changes in direction rather than long, straight stretches. Given its duration and the nature of the roads, it's best suited for a single-day excursion.
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
107 miles from Mims, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
106.2 mi
1h 57m
I 95
93.9 mi
1h 40m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
2.8 mi
4m
Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi
4m
Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi
2m
West Main Street
1.6 mi
2m
East 8th Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
East 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 106.2 mi, about 1h 57m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 70 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,796 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,594
Quietest
2 AM
~257 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Mims, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on US 1
132 ft·10 sec·US 1
2
Turn left onto FL 46
1.6 mi·2 min·West Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
4
Merge onto I 95
94 mi·1 hr 40 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
106 mi·1 hr 57 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 2XToward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock StadiumUse the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·21 sec·this road
13
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi·2 min·Northwest 199th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi·4 min·Northwest 37th Avenue
15
Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
To make the most of this 3-hour, 30-minute journey, consider an early morning departure from Mims to avoid potential traffic as you approach Hialeah. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your drive. Pay close attention to navigation, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the route. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, and since the total fuel cost is estimated at $37, budget accordingly. A good tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the segments on West Main Street and FL 70 beforehand, as these local roads will demand more of your focus than a typical highway drive.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107 miles from Mims, FL, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.2 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 47 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107 miles or 1h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mims, 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 Mims, FL
This is one driving day of about 213.9 miles and 4h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Mims, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 106.2 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 203.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|FL 46 / West Main Street
Turn left onto FL 46 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
95.9 mi into trip|~1h 44m 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
7
96.4 mi into trip|~1h 45m 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
97.2 mi into trip|~1h 47m 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
203.9 mi into trip|~3h 45m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadiu...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.38 one way
$64.76 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$35.53
$71.06
premium
$4.55
$38.32
$76.63
diesel
$4.80
$40.39
$80.78
Estimated Tolls: $7.43
Florida's Turnpike
(106.2 mi)$7.43
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
$32
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.2
0
$22.46
$10.27
Efficient EV
53.5
0
$18.72
$8.56
EV Truck/SUV
85.6
1
$29.95
$13.69
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Mims, FL
Late night
in Mims on Monday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
SSE 5 to 10 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:52PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Late night
in Hialeah on Monday
Local time
3:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Partly Cloudy
SE 5 to 9 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:52PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 6:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
4 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
4h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
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
~25 min detour
$25
Caution: Pavement Project- Playalinda District
Park Closure: Limited Access to Apollo District Parking Lots 2 and 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...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 213.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a dynamic driving experience on this route, as indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile and 0% highway share. This means you won't be settling into a monotonous interstate pace; instead, be prepared for numerous turns and transitions through various local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the overall character suggests a constant need for attention and navigation adjustments. You'll likely experience a changing road environment as you progress from Mims towards Hialeah, moving through different communities and local thoroughfares.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FL 46 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 213.9 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: near the start (FL 46 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 95.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
40 ft7 ft
Total Climb
28 ft
Total Descent
53 ft
Highest Point
40 ft
~152.8 mi in
Elevation Range
33 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mims, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Mims is a city in Brevard County between Oak Hill to the northeast and Titusville to the south. Mims' northern suburb, Scottsmoor, is also covered in this article.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 4m. Total distance: 213.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.43 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 16 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 Hialeah, 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. There are 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FL 46 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 95.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 96.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Canaveral National Seashore and Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Hialeah, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
