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Trip from St. Petersburg, FL to Miramar, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 38m

Distance

246.4 mi

397 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 25m ★
6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 48m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 4m
8 PM
4h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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St. Petersburg, FL

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Trip Overview

This 246.4-mile drive from St. Petersburg, Florida, to Miramar, Florida, is designed for a single day, with an estimated travel time of 4 hours and 38 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, including I-75 and I-275, with a notable stretch on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, making it a straightforward journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $41, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion within Florida. It's a practical option if you're looking to cover ground efficiently between these two points.

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

123.2 miles from St. Petersburg, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 209.3 mi 3h 44m
Sunshine Skyway Bridge 13.4 mi 15m
I 275 6 mi 8m
Port Everglades Expressway 5.4 mi 6m
South University Drive 4.6 mi 8m
North University Drive 2.5 mi 4m
SR 84 1.6 mi 2m
31st Street South 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 209.3 mi, about 3h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between St. Petersburg, FL and Miramar, FL.

1

Start on US 19

48 ft · 5 sec · 34th Street South
2

Turn right onto CR 150

0.2 mi · 50 sec · Central Avenue
3

Turn right onto 31st Street South

0.7 mi · 1 min · 31st Street South
4

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
5

Merge onto I 275

4.9 mi · 5 min · I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 17 sec
7

Merge onto I 275; US 19

13 mi · 15 min · Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 275

1.1 mi · 2 min · I 275
Toward I 75 South: Naples
9

Merge onto I 75

28 mi · 30 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 5; 6 Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Exit 5 Toward SR 84 East Use 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, 38-minute duration and the 246.4-mile distance, this trip is best tackled as a single-day journey. Departing in the morning, perhaps around 9 AM, should allow you to avoid the worst of any potential traffic and reach Miramar by mid-afternoon. You'll have one main road, I-75, for the longest stretch of 209.3 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too far into that segment. While the Sunshine Skyway Bridge is a significant feature, remember to budget for potential tolls associated with it. You'll be spending approximately $41 on fuel, so factor that into your planning.

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 123.2 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 209.3 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 54 miles or 1h 2m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 123.2 miles or 2h 16m 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 41m

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 St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg, FL

This is one driving day of about 246.4 miles and 4h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from St. Petersburg, 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 209.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

census designated place in Lee County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lehigh Acres, FL

123 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.

Popular next leg

Lehigh Acres, FL to Miramar, FL

121.8 mi · 2h 35m

Pacing Suggestions

Lake Sarasota, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cape Coral, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 123.2 miles from St. Petersburg, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 209.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Bandit Coffee Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Paradeco Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Under Grounds Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272703739

Visit website

Bad Mother

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Petersburg, Florida

2.6 mi

Bandit Coffee Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Paradeco Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272226458

Visit website

The Under Grounds Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17272703739

Visit website

Bad Mother

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

Visit website

Grove Surf + Coffee | Coffee St. Pete Beach

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

St Pete Beach, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17272893634

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 88

Punta Gorda, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 88

Punta Gorda, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

7Charge Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 88

Punta Gorda, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447112474

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 52.8

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 52.8

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336224743

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 88

Punta Gorda, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Blink Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 52.8

Nokomis, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

FloridaRAMA

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 12–3:30 pm

+17272105450

Visit website

Gulf Coast Town Center Play Ground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 123.2

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 211.2

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13058490135

Visit website

Morean Arts Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17278227872

Visit website

Pier Dolphin Cruises

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+17276471538

Visit website

Sun-N-Fun Lagoon

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 140.8

Naples, Florida

Hours: Closed

+12392524021

Visit website

The Dalí Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+17278233767

Visit website

South Straub Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

St. Petersburg, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+17278937441

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 236 — 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 | CR 150 / Central Avenue

Turn right onto CR 150 / Central Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
49.2 mi into trip | ~57m 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
230.4 mi into trip | ~4h 11m 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
235.8 mi into trip | ~4h 17m 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...
9
236 mi into trip | ~4h 18m 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

$39.22 one way

$78.44 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 86 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $42.66 $85.33
premium $4.72 $45.82 $91.63
diesel $5.61 $54.40 $108.80

Estimated Tolls: $0.94

Sunshine Skyway Bridge (13.4 mi) $0.94

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

$39

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 86.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 73.9 0 $25.87 $11.83
Efficient EV 61.6 0 $21.56 $9.86
EV Truck/SUV 98.6 1 $34.50 $15.77

Gas CO2

86 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

St. Petersburg, FL

Late night in St. Petersburg on Sunday

Local time

3:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Miramar, FL

Late night in Miramar on Sunday

Local time

3:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live 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

17 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 38m 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?

Expect a highway-focused drive for 90% of this 246.4-mile journey. You'll primarily be on interstates like I-75 and I-275, which means consistent speeds and minimal traffic lights for extended periods. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 209.3 miles, mainly on I-75, so be prepared for a significant amount of time on this major artery. While not overly complex, this route emphasizes efficient travel over varied scenery, offering a steady pace for most of the 4-hour-plus duration.

90% 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: 209.3 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sunshine Skyway Bridge. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 150 / Central Avenue.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 246.4 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: near the start (CR 150 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 230.4 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 St. Petersburg, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

Fort Lauderdale

230.4 mi in | ~4h 11m | via I 595

About the Cities

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 38m. Total distance: 246.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 209.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.94 in tolls one way, starting with Sunshine Skyway Bridge. 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 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 (CR 150 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 49.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 230.4 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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