South Brooksville, FL to Miami, FL is 289.4 miles and takes about 5h 37m via Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, moving from the central part of the state down to the bustling South Florida region. Given its mostly highway profile, expect a straightforward drive with minimal detours. It's a practical option if you need to get from the Brooksville area to Miami efficiently.
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
144.7 miles from South Brooksville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
227.9 mi
4h 7m
FL 50
48 mi
1h 8m
I 95
9 mi
11m
Cortez Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 227.9 mi, about 4h 7m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 19 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,207 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,073
Quietest
2 AM
~284 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Brooksville, FL and Miami, FL.
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Start on FL 50
1.1 mi·1 min·Cortez Boulevard
2
Take the exit onto FL 50
36 mi·49 min·FL 50
3
Continue on FL 50
4.6 mi·7 min·FL 50
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on FL 50
0.5 mi·55 sec·FL 50
5
Continue on FL 50
3.0 mi·4 min·FL 50
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on FL 50
3.5 mi·5 min·FL 50
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
9
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
228 mi·4 hr 7 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 SouthUse the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 3BToward Northwest 8th Street, Port of MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 5.5-hour drive, departing in the morning will allow you to arrive in Miami with plenty of daylight. You'll want to plan for just one stop, as the longest stretch without an exit is significant at over 227 miles on the Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you get closer to Miami, as distances between services can grow. With a single day recommended, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on traffic conditions.
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 144.7 miles from South Brooksville, FL, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 227.9 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 64 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144.7 miles or 2h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Brooksville, 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 Brooksville, FL
This is one driving day of about 289.4 miles and 5h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from South Brooksville, 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 227.9 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 49.1 and 288.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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49.1 mi into trip|~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, 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.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
6
278.1 mi into trip|~5h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 441
7
278.9 mi into trip|~5h 22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
8
288.1 mi into trip|~5h 33m 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
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288.9 mi into trip|~5h 36m in|North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.81 one way
$87.62 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg101 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$48.07
$96.14
premium
$4.55
$51.84
$103.68
diesel
$4.80
$54.64
$109.29
Estimated Tolls: $15.95
Florida's Turnpike
(227.9 mi)$15.95
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
$44
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
86.8
1
$30.39
$13.89
Efficient EV
72.4
0
$25.32
$11.58
EV Truck/SUV
115.8
1
$40.52
$18.52
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
South Brooksville, FL
Afternoon
in South Brooksville on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
S 3 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:47PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 17 at 7:40PM EDT until July 17 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Miami, FL
Afternoon
in Miami on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
S 7 to 12 mph27% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 6:47PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 17 at 7:40PM EDT until July 17 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
9 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
5h 37m 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.
Biscayne National Park
National Park
Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
Free
near mile 289.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 98% of the 289.4 miles on major roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 227.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike, which means a consistent cruising experience. Expect frequent exits as you approach and enter the Miami metropolitan area.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 227.9 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 50. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 49.1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 289.4 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 49.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
138 ft6 ft
Total Climb
68 ft
Total Descent
176 ft
Highest Point
138 ft
~41.3 mi in
Elevation Range
132 ft
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 Brooksville, FL to Miami, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South along the way.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 37m. Total distance: 289.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 227.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $15.95 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.
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 Miami, 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: at 49.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Miami, FL before the return drive.
