Origin
The Crossings, FL
Late night in The Crossings on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from The Crossings, FL to Hialeah, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
20.8 mi
34 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
The Crossings, FL
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Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
The Crossings, FL to Hialeah, FL is 20.8 miles and takes about 31 minutes via Express Lanes, Don Shula Expressway, and Palmetto Expressway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Florida, making it a straightforward journey between two points in the same state. The drive is primarily on expressways, suggesting a focus on efficient travel rather than a leisurely cruise. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or as part of a larger travel plan within the region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Express Lanes | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Don Shula Expressway | 5 mi | 6m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| West 49th Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Southwest 104th Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Palm Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 41st Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Killian Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Express Lanes
— 5.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between The Crossings, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 104th Terrace
466 ft
·
22 sec
·
Southwest 104th Terrace
2
Turn right onto Southwest 105th Terrace
267 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest 105th Terrace
3
Turn right onto Southwest 128th Avenue
451 ft
·
21 sec
·
Southwest 128th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Southwest 104th Street
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Southwest 104th Street
5
Continue on SR 990
523 ft
·
11 sec
·
Killian Parkway
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward SR 874 Toll North
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto SR 874 Toll
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Don Shula Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 874 Toll
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Don Shula Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto SR 826
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Palmetto Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit
138 ft
·
3 sec
Toward Northwest 122nd Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto SR 826
60 ft
·
0 sec
·
Palmetto Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward SR 932
14
Turn right onto SR 932
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West 49th Street
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Palm Avenue
16
Turn left onto East 41st Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East 41st Street
17
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
504 ft
·
27 sec
·
East 2nd Avenue
18
Turn left onto East 39th Place
445 ft
·
21 sec
·
East 39th Place
19
Turn right onto East 2nd Court
182 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 2nd Court
20
Turn right onto East 39th Street
257 ft
·
11 sec
·
East 39th Street
21
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 17.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Southwest 128th Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest 128th Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward SR 874 Toll North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward SR 874 Toll North
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
11.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Express Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
17.1 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 122nd Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Northwest 122nd Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.31 one way
$6.62 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Late night in Hialeah on Sunday
Local time
3:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 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
31m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is a mixed bag, with 41% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches on the Express Lanes, Don Shula Expressway, and Palmetto Expressway, indicating a predominantly fast-paced experience. The longest continuous segment you'll navigate is 5.8 miles on the Express Lanes, meaning you'll have plenty of opportunities to adjust your speed and lane as needed. The profile suggests a drive that transitions between different expressway systems, so expect some changes in traffic patterns and road configurations as you progress.
41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.8 mi on Express Lanes.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Southwest 128th Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 20.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Southwest 128th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 20.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.8 miles on Express Lanes. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Hialeah, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Southwest 128th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway): 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hialeah, FL before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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