Origin
Oakland Park, FL
Late night in Oakland Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oakland Park, FL to Miami, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
31.5 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oakland Park, FL
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Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling the 31.5 miles from Oakland Park to Miami is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 44 minutes. Because the entire route stays on local roads like Northeast 11th Avenue, Northeast 34th Court, and North Dixie Highway, you won't be dealing with any highway driving. This trip is perfectly suited for a single day, as it is short enough to handle in under an hour. You can expect to spend roughly $5 on fuel for the trek, making it a very economical commute. Since both cities are located within Florida, you will remain in the same region for the duration of your travel. It is a practical, no-fuss connection between these two South Florida locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 27.4 mi | 33m |
| East Oakland Park Boulevard | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Dixie Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 11th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 34th Court | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 36th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 27.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oakland Park, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on Northeast 36th Street
145 ft
·
13 sec
·
Northeast 36th Street
2
Turn left onto Northeast 11th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Northeast 11th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Northeast 34th Court
266 ft
·
15 sec
·
Northeast 34th Court
4
Turn right onto SR 811
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Dixie Highway
5
Turn right onto SR 816
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Oakland Park Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
27 mi
·
33 min
·
I 95
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.8 miles from Oakland Park, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 31 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northeast 34th Court
Turn left onto Northeast 34th Court
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 811 / North Dixie Highway
Turn right onto SR 811 / North Dixie Highway
Navigation decision point
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
8
30.1 mi into trip
|
~41m 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
31 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.01 one way
$10.03 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $5.45 | $10.91 |
| premium | $4.72 | $5.86 | $11.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.95 | $13.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Late night in Miami on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
84°F
Hollywood, FL
16 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
45m 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 drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience. With 0% of the route on highways, your focus will be on navigating neighborhood streets and local thoroughfares. The journey requires constant attention to turns as you transition between Northeast 11th Avenue, Northeast 34th Court, and North Dixie Highway. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the pace remains steady and urban throughout the entire 31.5-mile distance. You will feel the pulse of the local landscape as you move directly through the heart of the area rather than bypassing it on a major expressway.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.4 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and East Oakland Park Boulevard. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Northeast 34th Court.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 31.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.2 miles (Northeast 34th Court): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 811 / North Dixie Highway): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
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 45m. Total distance: 31.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.4 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 0.2 miles (Northeast 34th Court): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (SR 811 / North Dixie Highway): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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