Origin
North Miami, FL
Morning in North Miami on Sunday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Miami, FL to Homestead, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
44.9 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Miami, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Homestead, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling from North Miami to Homestead is a straightforward 45.5-mile journey that typically takes about 56 minutes depending on traffic. You will navigate primarily via Northeast 125th Street, Northwest 125th Street, and I-95 South to reach your destination. Because the total duration is under an hour, this trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a cost-effective way to transition between these two Florida locations. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, plan for a drive that stays entirely within the local road network rather than relying on long highway stretches. This trip offers a practical, no-fuss connection for travelers looking to move efficiently across the region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 16.7 mi | 20m |
| Don Shula Expressway | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| Dolphin Expressway | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| I 95 | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Northeast 125th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 125th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Dixie Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
— 16.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Miami, FL and Homestead, FL.
1
Start on this road
59 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto SR 922
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 125th Street
3
Continue on SR 922
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 125th Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 95 South
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 3A
Toward SR 836 West Toll: Miami International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto SR 836
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Dolphin Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward SR 826 South, SR 826 North: Palmetto Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 826 South: Palmetto Expressway
Use the left / right lanes.
11
Merge onto SR 826
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Palmetto Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 874 Toll
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Don Shula Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 1
Toward US 1 North: Florida City
15
Turn right onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
South Dixie Highway
16
Continue on US 1
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Homestead Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Southeast 4th Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Southeast 4th Street
18
Turn right onto Southwest 177th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Southwest 177th Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Southwest 177th Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.5 miles from North Miami, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 15.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn left toward I 95 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South
7
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward SR 836 West Toll: Miami International Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3A
Toward SR 836 West Toll: Miami International Ai...
6
8.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward SR 826 South, SR 826 North: Palmetto Expressway
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.
Toward SR 826 South, SR 826 North: Palmetto Exp...
7
15.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 826 South: Palmetto Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward SR 826 South: Palmetto Expressway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.15 one way
$14.29 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $7.77 | $15.55 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.35 | $16.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.91 | $19.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.00
Homestead Extension
(16.7 mi)
$1.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.71 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.87 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Homestead, FL
Morning in Homestead on Sunday
Local time
10:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
3 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
1h 1m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike long-distance highway cruising, this 45.5-mile route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend your time navigating through city streets rather than maintaining speed on open interstates. The route demands your full attention as you transition between Northeast 125th Street and Northwest 125th Street. You will not encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches, as the nature of the drive is defined by frequent turns and local intersections. It is an urban driving experience that requires you to stay alert and ready for changing traffic patterns as you move south toward Homestead.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.7 mi on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike and Don Shula Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.9 miles you will encounter 14 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 44.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.7 miles on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.00 in tolls one way, starting with Homestead Extension. 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.
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 Homestead, 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: at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park and Everglades 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 Homestead, 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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Homestead, FL
More from North Miami, FL
Explore more options from North Miami, FL or browse trips ending in Homestead, FL.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse FL road trips.