Origin
Pompano Beach, FL
Morning in Pompano Beach on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pompano Beach, 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
47m
Distance
35.3 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pompano Beach, FL
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Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Pompano Beach to Miami, you are looking at a 35.2-mile journey that typically takes about 46 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is a quick transition between two major Florida hubs. You won't need to worry about overnight logistics or high travel expenses, given the modest fuel budget of approximately $6. Navigating through Northwest 8th Street, North Dixie Highway, and West Atlantic Boulevard, you will stay entirely on local roads. It is a straightforward commute that keeps you grounded in the local landscape rather than rushing through the state on an interstate.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 32.2 mi | 39m |
| West Atlantic Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Dixie Highway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 32.2 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pompano Beach, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on this road
77 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
362 ft
·
28 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto Northwest 8th Street
253 ft
·
15 sec
·
Northwest 8th Street
4
Turn right onto SR 811
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dixie Highway
5
Turn right onto SR 814
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
32 mi
·
39 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.7 miles from Pompano Beach, 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 0.1 and 34.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northwest 8th Street
At end of road, turn right onto Northwest 8th Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
SR 814 / West Atlantic Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 814 / West Atlantic Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
8
33.9 mi into trip
|
~43m 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
34.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.62 one way
$11.24 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.11 | $12.22 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.56 | $13.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.79 | $15.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.71 | $1.69 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Morning in Miami on Tuesday
Local time
6:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
84°F
Hollywood, FL
18 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
47m 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 that demands your full attention as you navigate the transition from Pompano Beach to Miami. Because the highway share is 0%, you won’t find yourself cruising at high speeds on long, monotonous stretches; instead, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on Northwest 8th Street. This is an urban-focused route where the road personality is defined by constant adjustments and local traffic patterns. You will experience a steady, hands-on driving environment that favors caution and patience over open-road acceleration. It is a practical, utilitarian path that keeps you connected to the city streets throughout the entire 35.2-mile trek.
91% 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: 32.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and West Atlantic Boulevard. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Northwest 8th Street.
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 35.3 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 0.1 miles (Northwest 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 814 / West Atlantic Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Pompano Beach, FL
Full guide →Founded 1880
Pompano Beach is a city in Broward County, Florida.
Top landmarks
- • Pompano Beach Mound — historic site in Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
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 47m. Total distance: 35.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.2 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 0.1 miles (Northwest 8th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 814 / West Atlantic Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: 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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