Origin
Williamsburg, FL
Afternoon in Williamsburg on Sunday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamsburg, FL to Miami, 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 15m
Distance
226.3 mi
364 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 3m
★
6 AM
4h 16m
8 AM
4h 42m
10 AM
4h 25m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 41m
8 PM
4h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williamsburg, FL
Samuel Etienne
Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
Williamsburg to Miami is 226 miles and takes about 4 hours 15 minutes via Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive entirely within Florida, connecting two points in the same state. The route is predominantly highway, making it a practical option for a quick trip or a segment of a longer journey. Given its relatively short duration and highway focus, it's well-suited for a single-day drive.
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
113.2 miles from Williamsburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 210.2 mi | 3h 48m |
| I 95 | 9 mi | 11m |
| Beachline Expressway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Consulate Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Orangewood Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lazy Lake Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 210.2 mi, about 3h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamsburg, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on Lady Bug Place
278 ft
·
17 sec
·
Lady Bug Place
2
Turn left onto Lazy Lake Drive
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Lazy Lake Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto Gateway Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Gateway Avenue
4
Turn right onto Orangewood Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Orangewood Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward FL 528 Toll East: Orlando International Airport, Cocoa
6
Merge onto FL 528 Toll
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 4
Toward Florida's Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
287 ft
·
7 sec
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Florida Mall
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto Consulate Drive
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Consulate Drive
10
Turn left onto US 17; US 92; US 441
256 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Orange Blossom Trail
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
12
Turn straight
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
210 mi
·
3 hr 48 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / 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 South
Use 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 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use 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
Given the 4-hour 15-minute duration, departing in the morning will allow you to reach Miami with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one suggested stop and a 98% highway share, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 210.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike, as services can sometimes be spaced out on this particular highway. Aim to fill up before embarking on that extended segment to ensure a smooth arrival.
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 113.2 miles from Williamsburg, FL, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 210.2 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 50 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.2 miles or 2h 7m 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 25m
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 Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, FL
This is one driving day of about 226.3 miles and 4h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Williamsburg, 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 210.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.2 miles from Williamsburg, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 210.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 185 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 224.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4
Toward Florida's Turnpike
8
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Florida Mall
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 17, US 92, US 441: Florida Mall
6
215 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 441
7
215.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 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
224.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m 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
$36.02 one way
$72.04 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $39.18 | $78.37 |
| premium | $4.72 | $42.08 | $84.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.96 | $99.93 |
Estimated Tolls: $14.71
Florida's Turnpike
(210.2 mi)
$14.71
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
$36
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.76 | $10.86 |
| Efficient EV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.80 | $9.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.5 | 1 | $31.68 | $14.48 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Destination
Miami, FL
Afternoon in Miami on Sunday
Local time
1:26 PM
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
10 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 15m 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 98% of the trip, with Florida's Turnpike and I-95 forming the backbone of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 210.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so plan for extended periods of consistent speed. This route offers minimal variation in road type, primarily consisting of fast-paced interstate driving. You'll be navigating major highways for the vast majority of the 226.3 miles.
98% 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: 210.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 2.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 18 significant decision points across 226.3 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 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 215 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Miami, FL
Full guide →“The Magic City” · Founded 1825
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
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 15m. Total distance: 226.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 210.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.71 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 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. 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 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 215 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Miami, 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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