Planning a trip from Sun City Center, FL to Miramar, FL? This 240.5-mile drive will take approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of the journey on major interstates. Budget around $38 for fuel, and be prepared for a single, substantial stretch of 221.3 miles on I-75. This direct path through Florida is efficient for getting from point A to point B, offering a straightforward travel experience.
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
120.2 miles from Sun City Center, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
221.3 mi
3h 57m
Port Everglades Expressway
5.4 mi
6m
South University Drive
4.6 mi
8m
North University Drive
2.5 mi
4m
Sun City Center Boulevard
2 mi
3m
SR 84
1.6 mi
2m
Pembroke Road
0.6 mi
1m
Island Drive
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 221.3 mi, about 3h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sun City Center, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on this road
370 ft·28 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Cherry Hills Drive
0.2 mi·44 sec·Cherry Hills Drive
3
Turn left onto North Pebble Beach Boulevard
0.2 mi·41 sec·North Pebble Beach Boulevard
4
Turn right onto FL 674
2.0 mi·3 min·Sun City Center Boulevard
5
Continue on FL 674
0.1 mi·11 sec·College Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South: Naples
7
Merge onto I 75
40 mi·42 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi·3 hr 14 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 5; 6Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University DriveUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 5Toward SR 84 EastUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto SR 84
1.6 mi·2 min·SR 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto SR 817
3.6 mi·6 min·South University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on SR 817
2.5 mi·4 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on SR 817
1.0 mi·1 min·South University Drive
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto SR 824
0.6 mi·1 min·Pembroke Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Island Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Island Drive
18
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
0.4 mi·1 min·Miramar Boulevard
19
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
91 ft·4 sec·Bahama Drive
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Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
For your 4-hour 30-minute drive from Sun City Center to Miramar, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With 95% of the route on highways and a longest stretch of 221.3 miles, you can easily complete this in one day. Plan for one stop to refuel and stretch your legs, perhaps around the halfway point or when your fuel light comes on, keeping the $38 fuel cost in mind. A practical tip is to ensure your GPS is updated, as the route primarily utilizes I-75 and other major expressways which can have variable traffic patterns near urban areas.
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 120.2 miles from Sun City Center, FL, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 221.3 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 53 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.2 miles or 2h 12m 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 34m
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 Sun City Center, 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 Sun City Center, FL
This is one driving day of about 240.5 miles and 4h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Sun City Center, 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 221.3 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 230.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Cherry Hills Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Cherry Hills Drive
Navigation decision point
6
43.2 mi into trip|~49m 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
224.4 mi into trip|~4h 3m 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...
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229.9 mi into trip|~4h 10m 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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230.1 mi into trip|~4h 10m 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
$38.28 one way
$76.56 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg84 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$41.64
$83.28
premium
$4.72
$44.72
$89.44
diesel
$5.61
$53.10
$106.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.1
0
$25.25
$11.54
Efficient EV
60.1
0
$21.04
$9.62
EV Truck/SUV
96.2
1
$33.67
$15.39
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 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
Sun City Center, FL
Morning
in Sun City Center on Tuesday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Morning
in Miramar on Tuesday
Local time
6:24 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
15 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 30m 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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 16.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 240.5-mile journey. You'll spend most of your time on I-75, which constitutes the longest uninterrupted stretch at 221.3 miles. The profile is largely that of a high-speed interstate, transitioning only slightly as you approach your destination. While 95% of this route is on highways like I-75 and Port Everglades Expressway, the overall feel is that of efficient, direct travel rather than winding scenic roads.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 221.3 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 around 0.1 miles in near Cherry Hills Drive.
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 15 significant decision points across 240.5 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 0.1 miles (Cherry Hills Drive): Navigation decision point; at 43.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 224.4 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 Sun City Center, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 30m. Total distance: 240.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 221.3 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: at 0.1 miles (Cherry Hills Drive): Navigation decision point; at 43.2 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 224.4 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 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
