Traveling from Stuart to Miami covers 105.6 miles of Southeast Florida, a journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete this drive. Navigating through South Colorado Avenue and the Kanner Highway corridors keeps you connected across the region. This drive is ideal for travelers who prefer local roads over high-speed highway travel and want a simple, direct path between these two Florida hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.6 miles from Stuart, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
71.8 mi
1h 20m
I 95
22.7 mi
26m
South Kanner Highway
5.2 mi
9m
Southwest Kanner Highway
0.8 mi
1m
North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
South Colorado Avenue
0.4 mi
1m
Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
1m
Indiantown Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 71.8 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stuart, FL and Miami, FL.
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Start on South Colorado Avenue
0.2 mi·37 sec·South Colorado Avenue
2
Enter roundabout onto South Colorado Avenue
50 ft·1 sec·South Colorado Avenue
3
Continue on South Colorado Avenue
0.2 mi·29 sec·South Colorado Avenue
4
Continue on FL 76
5.2 mi·9 min·South Kanner Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on FL 76
0.8 mi·1 min·Southwest Kanner Highway
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 95 South: West Palm Beach
7
Merge onto I 95
14 mi·14 min·I 95
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 87BToward FL 706 West: OkeechobeeUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto FL 706
0.3 mi·29 sec·Indiantown Road
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·14 sec
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on this road
482 ft·11 sec·this road
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
72 mi·1 hr 20 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 SouthUse the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 3BToward Northwest 8th Street, Port of MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this 105.6-mile trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Keep in mind that because you are sticking to local roads, traffic patterns on South Colorado Avenue and Kanner Highway can significantly impact your 1 hour and 54 minute travel time. It is wise to check local traffic reports before you leave to avoid unexpected congestion on these surface streets. With no formal stops programmed into this route, feel free to pull over whenever you need a break or a fuel top-up. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation active, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires constant attention to local signage.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.6 miles from Stuart, FL, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.8 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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.6 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
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 Stuart, 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 Stuart, FL
This is one driving day of about 105.1 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Stuart, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 71.8 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 20.5 and 103.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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20.5 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 87B
Toward FL 706 West: Okeechobee
6
21.2 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
9
21.4 mi into trip|~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
7
94.6 mi into trip|~1h 52m 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
103.8 mi into trip|~2h 4m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.73 one way
$33.46 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$18.20
$36.40
premium
$4.72
$19.54
$39.09
diesel
$5.61
$23.20
$46.41
Estimated Tolls: $5.02
Florida's Turnpike
(71.8 mi)$5.02
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
$17
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.5
0
$11.04
$5.04
Efficient EV
26.3
0
$9.20
$4.20
EV Truck/SUV
42
0
$14.71
$6.73
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Stuart, FL
Late night
in Stuart on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miami, FL
Late night
in Miami on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
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
2h 8m 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.
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 105.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate cruise. With a 0% highway share, this route prioritizes local thoroughfares like South Colorado Avenue and Southwest Kanner Highway. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches of road here, as the longest segment is 0 miles on South Colorado Avenue. The experience is defined by frequent navigation through local intersections, offering a much different feel than the standard Florida highway transit. Prepare for a constant rhythm of turns as you transition from the Stuart area toward the Miami metro region.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71.8 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 14 significant decision points across 105.1 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 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
22 ft6 ft
Total Climb
24 ft
Total Descent
30 ft
Highest Point
22 ft
~97.6 mi in
Elevation Range
16 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 Stuart, FL to Miami, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike 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 2h 8m. Total distance: 105.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m 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 71.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.02 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
