Origin
Pompano Beach Highlands, FL
Morning in Pompano Beach Highlands on Sunday
Local time
7:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pompano Beach Highlands, 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
52m
Distance
39.1 mi
63 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 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pompano Beach Highlands, FL
Abhishek Navlakha
Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
Pompano Beach Highlands to Miami is 39.1 miles and takes about 52m via I 95 and East Sample Road, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive primarily within Florida, connecting two well-known areas in the state. Given its short duration, it's ideal for a same-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination with plenty of time to spare. You won't encounter significant changes in scenery, but you will experience a consistent travel pace. Plan for this to be a simple transit rather than a destination drive in itself.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 35.3 mi | 43m |
| East Sample Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 12th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 41st Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 40th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 42nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 35.3 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pompano Beach Highlands, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on Northeast 12th Avenue
49 ft
·
4 sec
·
Northeast 12th Avenue
2
Turn right onto Northeast 42nd Street
76 ft
·
8 sec
·
Northeast 42nd Street
3
Turn left onto Northeast 12th Avenue
328 ft
·
19 sec
·
Northeast 12th Avenue
4
Turn left onto Northeast 41st Drive
129 ft
·
10 sec
·
Northeast 41st Drive
5
Turn right onto Northeast 12th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Northeast 12th Avenue
6
Turn right onto Northeast 40th Street
123 ft
·
12 sec
·
Northeast 40th Street
7
Turn left onto Northeast 12th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Northeast 12th Avenue
8
Turn right onto SR 834
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Sample Road
9
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
10
Merge onto I 95
35 mi
·
43 min
·
I 95
Use the right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Pompano Beach Highlands, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northeast 42nd Street
Turn right onto Northeast 42nd Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northeast 12th Avenue
Turn left onto Northeast 12th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Northeast 12th Avenue
Turn right onto Northeast 12th Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
37.7 mi into trip
|
~49m 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
38.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.22 one way
$12.45 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.77 | $13.54 |
| premium | $4.72 | $7.27 | $14.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Morning in Miami on Sunday
Local time
7:39 AM
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
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
52m 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 route leans heavily towards a highway experience, with 90% of the drive utilizing major roads like I 95. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 35.3 miles on I 95, indicating a long period of consistent, high-speed travel. While the majority is interstate, the beginning and end will involve navigating local roads like East Sample Road and North Miami Avenue, which will feel more urban. Expect a driving pace dictated by highway speeds for most of the journey, with a brief transition into city driving as you approach Miami.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.3 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and East Sample Road. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northeast 42nd Street.
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 39.1 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Northeast 42nd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Northeast 12th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northeast 12th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
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 52m. Total distance: 39.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m 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 35.3 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: near the start (Northeast 42nd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Northeast 12th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northeast 12th Avenue): Navigation decision point.
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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