Origin
North Miami Beach, FL
Evening in North Miami Beach on Sunday
Local time
5:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Miami Beach, 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
24m
Distance
14.3 mi
23 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Miami Beach, FL
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Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from North Miami Beach to Miami, you are looking at a quick 14.3-mile trip that typically takes about 24 minutes. Because of the short distance, this is a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. You will primarily utilize I-95, alongside Northeast 167th Street and Northeast 171st Street to navigate out of the city. With a fuel budget of just $2, this commute is as economical as it is fast. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, the route is designed for efficiency rather than sightseeing. It is an ideal path for those who prioritize a direct, no-nonsense connection between these two Florida locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| Northeast 167th Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Northeast 171st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 167th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 15th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 9.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Miami Beach, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on Northeast 171st Street
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
Northeast 171st Street
2
Continue on Northeast 171st Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 171st Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Northeast 15th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Northeast 15th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto Northeast 167th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 167th Street
5
Continue on SR 826
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 167th Street
6
Continue on SR 826
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Northwest 167th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 95 South, US 441 South, SR 9 South
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 13.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Northeast 15th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Northeast 15th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, US 441 South, SR 9 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South, US 441 South, SR 9 South
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
12.9 mi into trip
|
~20m 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
13.8 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.28 one way
$4.55 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.48 | $4.95 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.66 | $5.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Evening in Miami on Sunday
Local time
5:52 PM
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
24m 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?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 67% of your travel taking place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-95, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.5 miles. While the local streets help you transition from North Miami Beach, the personality of the drive shifts quickly once you merge onto the interstate. Expect a standard urban highway experience that prioritizes speed and direct access over scenic variety. You should be prepared for a consistent pace as you transition from the local grid to the primary highway artery connecting these two hubs.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.5 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Northeast 167th Street. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Northeast 15th Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 14.3 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 0.5 miles (Northeast 15th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from North Miami Beach, FL to Miami, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Port Of Miami along the way.
Port Of Miami
12.9 mi in
|
~20m
About the Cities
Starting in North Miami Beach, FL
Full guide →North Miami Beach is a city in Florida.
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 24m. Total distance: 14.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.5 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 0.5 miles (Northeast 15th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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