If you are planning to travel from Wesley Chapel to Miramar, expect a journey covering 283.7 miles. This trip typically takes about 4 hours and 17 minutes to complete under normal conditions. Because the route relies heavily on local roads like Shelley Drive, Wesley Chapel Boulevard, and Morris Bridge Road rather than major highways, it is best approached as a focused one-day excursion. You should budget approximately $46 for fuel to cover the distance. While the drive is manageable in a single stint, the turn-heavy nature of the path means it requires more active attention than a standard interstate cruise. It is a straightforward trek across Florida that connects two distinct areas without the typical monotony of high-speed transit.
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
127.3 miles from Wesley Chapel, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
142.7 mi
2h 36m
FL 60
61.7 mi
1h 19m
Polk Parkway
9.4 mi
10m
Paul S Buchman Highway
9.1 mi
11m
Bartow Road
6.9 mi
9m
Wesley Chapel Boulevard
5.3 mi
8m
I 4
4.7 mi
4m
Chancey Road
4.4 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 142.7 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wesley Chapel, FL and Miramar, FL.
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Start on Benjamin Drive
197 ft·14 sec·Benjamin Drive
2
Turn left onto Shelley Drive
463 ft·22 sec·Shelley Drive
3
Turn right onto CR 54
1.1 mi·1 min·Wesley Chapel Boulevard
4
Continue on CR 54
4.2 mi·6 min·Wesley Chapel Boulevard
5
Turn right onto CR 579
0.7 mi·1 min·Morris Bridge Road
6
Turn left onto Chancey Road
4.4 mi·7 min·Chancey Road
7
Turn right onto FL 39
9.1 mi·11 min·Paul S Buchman Highway
8
Continue on FL 39
1.2 mi·1 min·Alexander Street
9
Turn left onto FL 39A
2.1 mi·3 min·Paul Buchman Highway
Use the left lane.
10
Turn slight right
182 ft·6 sec
11
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
12
Merge onto I 4
4.7 mi·4 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 27Toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter HavenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on FL 570 Toll
9.4 mi·10 min·Polk Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 10Toward US 98: Lakeland, BartowUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto US 98
6.9 mi·9 min·Bartow Road
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi·1 min·Broadway Avenue
18
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60
0.5 mi·1 min·Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on FL 60
0.3 mi·26 sec·FL 60
20
Continue on FL 60
11 mi·13 min·FL 60
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on FL 60
4.3 mi·5 min·FL 60
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on FL 60
46 mi·59 min·FL 60
Use the left lane.
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Use the left lane.
24
Continue on this road
295 ft·7 sec·this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
143 mi·2 hr 36 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi·2 min·Hollywood Boulevard
29
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
30
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft·19 sec·Pembroke Road
31
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft·25 sec·West Arcadia Drive
32
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft·12 sec·Tropicana Street
33
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
34
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, you should prioritize departing early to avoid the frustration of navigating busy local intersections during peak traffic hours. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, as the continuous turning can be more fatiguing than a straight highway haul. Keep your fuel budget of $46 in mind and consider topping off your tank before you leave Wesley Chapel to ensure you aren't hunting for stations along the more technical sections of the route. Because the entire journey is local, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace as needed, but staying alert for frequent turns is the best way to ensure a smooth trip to Miramar.
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 127.3 miles from Wesley Chapel, FL, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.7 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 56 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.3 miles or 2h 45m 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 14m
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 Wesley Chapel, 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 Wesley Chapel, FL
This is one driving day of about 254.6 miles and 5h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Wesley Chapel, 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 142.7 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 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 28.3 and 251.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
28.3 mi into trip|~40m in
Take the exit toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven
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 27
Toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven
8
38.1 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the exit toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
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 10
Toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
6
108.3 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
108.5 mi into trip|~2h 25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
7
251.4 mi into trip|~5h 1m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.53 one way
$81.05 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg89 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$44.08
$88.17
premium
$4.72
$47.34
$94.68
diesel
$5.61
$56.21
$112.42
Estimated Tolls: $9.99
Florida's Turnpike
(142.7 mi)$9.99
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
$41
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
76.4
0
$26.73
$12.22
Efficient EV
63.7
0
$22.28
$10.18
EV Truck/SUV
101.8
1
$35.64
$16.29
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 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 20, 2026
Origin
Wesley Chapel, FL
Late night
in Wesley Chapel on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Late night
in Miramar on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Eagle Lake, FL
127 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 9m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a drive defined by its local character rather than high-speed highway miles, as this route features 0% highway travel. You will navigate a series of turns while moving through Shelley Drive, Wesley Chapel Boulevard, and Morris Bridge Road. Because the longest stretch without a turn is 0 miles on Shelley Drive, you will find yourself constantly engaged with the road layout. This creates a technical, turn-heavy experience that contrasts sharply with the typical Florida interstate drive. Expect a consistent, hands-on driving pace that demands your focus from start to finish as you navigate through the local infrastructure.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142.7 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 28.3 miles in.
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 23 significant decision points across 254.6 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 28.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wesley Chapel, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Winter Haven, Bartow and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 9m. Total distance: 254.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 142.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.99 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 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 28.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Miramar, FL before the return drive.
