Traveling from Miramar to Brooksville covers 276.3 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 26 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can comfortably complete the journey in a single day, though you should budget approximately $46 for fuel to make the trip. Most of your time will be spent on Florida’s Turnpike, which keeps the pace steady as you transition from the southern tip of the state toward the central region near Brooksville. While the duration is manageable for a dedicated driver, remember that traffic volume on these major corridors can fluctuate significantly. This route is best suited for those who prioritize efficiency and direct travel over winding backroads.
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
138.2 miles from Miramar, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 35m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
222.1 mi
4h 2m
FL 50
41.5 mi
59m
West Colonial Drive
6.7 mi
10m
Jefferson Street
2 mi
3m
Pembroke Road
1.2 mi
2m
South 62nd Avenue
1 mi
2m
Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
1m
West Arcadia Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 222.1 mi, about 4h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miramar, FL and Brooksville, FL.
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Start on Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
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At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft·12 sec·Tropicana Street
3
Turn left onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft·24 sec·West Arcadia Drive
4
Turn right onto SR 824
1.2 mi·2 min·Pembroke Road
5
Turn left onto South 62nd Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·South 62nd Avenue
6
Turn left onto SR 820
441 ft·25 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll: Miami, OrlandoUse the left lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
9
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
222 mi·4 hr 2 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 272Toward FL 50: Winter Garden, ClermontUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
398 ft·9 sec
Toward FL 50 East: Clermont, Winter GardenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·47 sec
Toward FL 50 West: ClermontUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto FL 50
6.7 mi·10 min·West Colonial Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on FL 50
42 mi·59 min·FL 50
15
Turn straight onto US 98; FL 50A
2.0 mi·3 min·Jefferson Street
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Arrive at destination
US 41; US 98; FL 50A
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 26-minute transit, aim to depart early in the morning to beat peak congestion on the Turnpike. Plan for at least one substantial stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the long, uninterrupted nature of the highway can lead to fatigue. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 222.1-mile primary leg to ensure you aren't forced to exit at inconvenient service stations. Since this is a single-day trip, your primary advantage is flexibility; if you find yourself ahead of schedule, you have plenty of room to adjust your pace. Always double-check your navigation before hitting West Colonial Drive and FL 50, as these local segments require more attention than the open highway.
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 138.2 miles from Miramar, FL, or about 2h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 222.1 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 61 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.2 miles or 2h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooksville, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miramar, 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 Miramar, FL
This is one driving day of about 276.3 miles and 5h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Miramar, 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 222.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 225.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.8 mi into trip|~7m in
Turn left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll: Miami, Orlando
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll: Miami, Orlando
6
3 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
8
225.5 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Take the exit toward FL 50: Winter Garden, Clermont
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 272
Toward FL 50: Winter Garden, Clermont
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225.7 mi into trip|~4h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 50 East: Clermont, Winter Garden
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 50 East: Clermont, Winter Garden
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225.8 mi into trip|~4h 11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 50 West: Clermont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 50 West: Clermont
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.98 one way
$87.96 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$47.84
$95.68
premium
$4.72
$51.38
$102.75
diesel
$5.61
$61.00
$122.01
Estimated Tolls: $15.55
Florida's Turnpike
(222.1 mi)$15.55
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
$44
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82.9
1
$29.01
$13.26
Efficient EV
69.1
0
$24.18
$11.05
EV Truck/SUV
110.5
1
$38.68
$17.68
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Miramar, FL
Morning
in Miramar on Tuesday
Local time
7:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brooksville, FL
Morning
in Brooksville on Tuesday
Local time
7:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
3 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
5h 26m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its high-speed connectivity, with 95% of the journey taking place on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time—a 222.1-mile stretch—cruising along Florida’s Turnpike before navigating the final transition onto FL 50 and West Colonial Drive. Expect a consistent, interstate-focused experience that favors speed and reliability over technical or scenic detours. As you move away from the dense suburban sprawl of Miramar, the road environment settles into a long, rhythmic haul. Staying alert is essential, as the sheer length of the primary highway stretch means the landscape remains fairly uniform for several hours.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 222.1 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 50. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 276.3 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 2.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 225.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Miramar, FL and Brooksville, FL, road signs point toward Clermont and Winter Garden.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 26m. Total distance: 276.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 222.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $15.55 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 15 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 Brooksville, 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 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 225.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Brooksville, FL before the return drive.
