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Trip from Plant City, FL to Miramar, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 36m
Distance
230.6 mi
371 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 23m
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6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 3m
10 AM
4h 46m
12 PM
4h 43m
3 PM
4h 47m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plant City, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Miramar, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Plant City, FL to Miramar, FL is 230.6 miles and takes about 4h 36m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the central part of the state down towards South Florida. With 92% highway driving, expect a straightforward trip focused on covering ground efficiently. It's a single-day drive that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for many travelers.
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
115.3 miles from Plant City, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 142.7 mi | 2h 36m |
| FL 60 | 61.7 mi | 1h 19m |
| Polk Parkway | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| Bartow Road | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| East Baker Street | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| New Tampa Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 72nd Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 142.7 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plant City, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on North Warnell Street
342 ft
·
25 sec
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North Warnell Street
2
Turn left onto US 92
351 ft
·
8 sec
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Reynolds Street
3
Continue on US 92
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East Baker Street
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Continue on US 92
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
New Tampa Highway
5
Turn right onto Clark Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Clark Road
6
Turn right onto CR 542
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Old Tampa Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 570 East Toll: Polk Parkway East
8
Merge onto FL 570 Toll
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Polk Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 10
Toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto US 98
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Bartow Road
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on FL 60
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
FL 60
14
Continue on FL 60
11 mi
·
13 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on FL 60
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on FL 60
46 mi
·
59 min
·
FL 60
Use the left lane.
17
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on this road
295 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
143 mi
·
2 hr 36 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
23
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft
·
19 sec
·
Pembroke Road
25
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft
·
25 sec
·
West Arcadia Drive
26
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tropicana Street
27
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bahama Drive
28
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour-plus drive time, aim to depart Plant City in the morning to ensure you arrive in Miramar with plenty of daylight. The longest stretch without a significant break is 142.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so plan for a fuel and rest stop before or during that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you get closer to Miramar. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, consider leaving earlier to avoid potential afternoon traffic in the South Florida area.
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 115.3 miles from Plant City, FL, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.7 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 51 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.3 miles or 2h 25m 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 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miramar, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Plant City, 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 Plant City, FL
This is one driving day of about 230.6 miles and 4h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Plant City, 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 142.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 115.3 miles from Plant City, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 142.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Fort Drum Service Plaza
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Pompano Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
40392
0.8 mi from route
40391
1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.5 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.6 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.7 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 14.2 and 229 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
14.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
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 10
Toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
6
84.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
84.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
7
227.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 28m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
6
229 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
|
Southwest 72nd Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.91 one way
$69.82 round trip
$3.85/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $38.30 | $76.61 |
| premium | $4.55 | $41.31 | $82.62 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $43.54 | $87.08 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.99
Florida's Turnpike
(142.7 mi)
$9.99
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
$35
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.2 | 0 | $24.21 | $11.07 |
| Efficient EV | 57.7 | 0 | $20.18 | $9.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.2 | 1 | $32.28 | $14.76 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Plant City, FL
Afternoon in Plant City on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph
61% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Afternoon in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SE 7 to 13 mph
19% chance
Live forecast
96°F
Dundee, FL
115 mi in
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
2 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 36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is almost entirely highway, with 92% of the 230.6 miles on major roads like Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and Polk Parkway. You'll encounter a long stretch of 142.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. Expect frequent exits along the Turnpike as you approach South Florida, requiring attention to navigation. Once you transition off the main highways, the remaining 8% of the drive will be on surface roads.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142.7 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 FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 230.6 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 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
127 ft
5 ft
Total Climb
16 ft
Total Descent
139 ft
Highest Point
127 ft
Elevation Range
123 ft
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.
Between Plant City, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Bartow and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.
Bartow
14.2 mi in
|
~19m
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
84.6 mi in
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~1h 51m
About the Cities
Starting in Plant City, FL
Full guide →Founded 1885
Top landmarks
- • Bing Rooming House — historic house in Florida, United States
- • Plant City High School — high school in Plant City, Hillsborough County, Florida
- • Plant City Union Depot — railway station in Plant City, the United States of America
Arriving in Miramar, FL
Full guide →Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of 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 4h 36m. Total distance: 230.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 142.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.99 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 13 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 Miramar, 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 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 84.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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