South Bradenton to Miramar is 222.7 miles and takes about 4 hours 15 minutes via I 75, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, taking you south through varied landscapes. It's a straightforward trip primarily on major highways, making it a good option for a single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on I-75, so expect a consistent driving pace. Consider this route if you're looking for efficiency and don't need a lot of sightseeing detours.
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
111.4 miles from South Bradenton, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
198.1 mi
3h 32m
Port Everglades Expressway
5.4 mi
6m
53rd Avenue East
5.1 mi
8m
South University Drive
4.6 mi
8m
North University Drive
2.5 mi
4m
SR 84
1.6 mi
2m
301 Boulevard East
1.1 mi
1m
Cortez Road
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 198.1 mi, about 3h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bradenton, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on this road
133 ft·15 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto 20th Street West
145 ft·8 sec·20th Street West
3
Turn left onto FL 684
1.1 mi·2 min·Cortez Road
4
Turn slight right onto 44th Avenue
0.4 mi·45 sec·44th Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto 301 Boulevard East
1.1 mi·1 min·301 Boulevard East
6
Continue on 15th Street East
0.2 mi·27 sec·15th Street East
7
Turn left onto FL 70
5.1 mi·8 min·53rd Avenue East
8
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South: Naples
9
Merge onto I 75
17 mi·18 min·I 75
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi·3 hr 14 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
5.4 mi·6 min·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 5; 6Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University DriveUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 5Toward SR 84 EastUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto SR 84
1.6 mi·2 min·SR 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto SR 817
3.6 mi·6 min·South University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Continue on SR 817
2.5 mi·4 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on SR 817
1.0 mi·1 min·South University Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto SR 824
0.6 mi·1 min·Pembroke Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto Island Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Island Drive
20
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
0.4 mi·1 min·Miramar Boulevard
21
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
91 ft·4 sec·Bahama Drive
22
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 15-minute duration, starting your drive in South Bradenton in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive in Miramar with ample daylight. The route is efficient, so you likely won't need more than one planned stop for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 198.1-mile stretch on I 75, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $35 should help you budget accordingly for this all-Florida journey.
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 111.4 miles from South Bradenton, FL, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 198.1 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 49 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.4 miles or 2h 6m 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 23m
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 South Bradenton, 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 South Bradenton, FL
This is one driving day of about 222.7 miles and 4h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from South Bradenton, 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 I 75 for about 198.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 212.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|20th Street West
Turn left onto 20th Street West
Navigation decision point
6
25.5 mi into trip|~34m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
206.7 mi into trip|~3h 48m in|I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
7
212.1 mi into trip|~3h 55m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5; 6
Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Driv...
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212.3 mi into trip|~3h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 84 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward SR 84 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.45 one way
$70.90 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$38.56
$77.12
premium
$4.72
$41.41
$82.82
diesel
$5.61
$49.17
$98.34
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.8
0
$23.38
$10.69
Efficient EV
55.7
0
$19.49
$8.91
EV Truck/SUV
89.1
1
$31.18
$14.25
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
South Bradenton, FL
Morning
in South Bradenton on Tuesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Morning
in Miramar on Tuesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
NE 6 mph20% chanceLive forecast
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
13 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
4h 15m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of the drive on major roads, so prepare for a fast-paced experience. You'll encounter a substantial longest stretch of 198.1 miles on I 75, offering long periods of consistent driving. While the majority of the journey is on high-speed interstates like I-75, the initial and final segments might involve surface streets like 53rd Avenue East and the Port Everglades Expressway as you navigate into and out of your destinations. Expect a predominantly smooth, uninterrupted flow of traffic for the bulk of this trip.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 198.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 20th Street West.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 222.7 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: near the start (20th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 25.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 206.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from South Bradenton, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 15m. Total distance: 222.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 15m 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 198.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (20th Street West): Navigation decision point; at 25.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 206.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
