Origin
Zephyrhills, FL
Morning in Zephyrhills on Sunday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Zephyrhills, FL to Miramar, 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 56m
Distance
246 mi
396 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 43m
★
6 AM
4h 56m
8 AM
5h 23m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 3m
3 PM
5h 7m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Zephyrhills, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Zephyrhills to Miramar is 246 miles and takes about 4h 56m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily sticks to Florida's Turnpike, offering a direct path between Central Florida and South Florida. You'll spend most of your time on this major highway, making it a straightforward journey. Given its 89% highway focus and manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single day trip. Plan for a consistent driving experience with minimal deviations from the main toll road.
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
123 miles from Zephyrhills, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 142.7 mi | 2h 36m |
| FL 60 | 61.7 mi | 1h 19m |
| Paul S Buchman Highway | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Polk Parkway | 9.4 mi | 10m |
| Bartow Road | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| I 4 | 4.7 mi | 4m |
| Paul Buchman Highway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Alexander Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 142.7 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Zephyrhills, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on 5th Avenue
122 ft
·
7 sec
·
5th Avenue
2
Continue on 5th Avenue
304 ft
·
18 sec
·
5th Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 301
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Gall Boulevard
4
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 39
9.8 mi
·
12 min
·
Paul S Buchman Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on FL 39
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Alexander Street
6
Turn left onto FL 39A
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Paul Buchman Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Turn slight right
182 ft
·
6 sec
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
9
Merge onto I 4
4.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 27
Toward FL 570 Toll East: Lakeland, Winter Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on FL 570 Toll
9.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Polk Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 10
Toward US 98: Lakeland, Bartow
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 98
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Bartow Road
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway Avenue
15
Turn left onto US 98; FL 60
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Fleet Drive
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on FL 60
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
FL 60
17
Continue on FL 60
11 mi
·
13 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on FL 60
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
FL 60
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on FL 60
46 mi
·
59 min
·
FL 60
Use the left lane.
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on this road
295 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
143 mi
·
2 hr 36 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
26
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
27
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft
·
19 sec
·
Pembroke Road
28
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft
·
25 sec
·
West Arcadia Drive
29
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tropicana Street
30
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bahama Drive
31
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4h 56m drive, leaving in the morning from Zephyrhills will allow you to reach Miramar with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop, you can make good time, but consider breaking up the 142.7-mile longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike for a stretch or quick refuel. Keep an eye on fuel prices, as the estimated cost is $39. Being a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, starting early ensures a relaxed pace and avoids potential rush hour traffic as you approach 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 123 miles from Zephyrhills, FL, or about 2h 36m 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 54 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123 miles or 2h 36m 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 2m
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 Zephyrhills, 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 Zephyrhills, FL
This is one driving day of about 246 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Zephyrhills, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 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 54 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 123 miles from Zephyrhills, 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 142.7 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 215 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 242.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
FL 39 / Paul S Buchman Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 39 / Paul S Buchman Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
19.7 mi into trip
|
~27m 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
29.6 mi into trip
|
~38m 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
8
100 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m 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
242.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 47m 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
$39.16 one way
$78.31 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $42.59 | $85.19 |
| premium | $4.72 | $45.74 | $91.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.31 | $108.63 |
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
$39
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.8 | 0 | $25.83 | $11.81 |
| Efficient EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.53 | $9.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.4 | 1 | $34.44 | $15.74 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 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.
Destination
Miramar, FL
Morning in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Eagle Lake, FL
123 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
14 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 56m 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 this trip, with 89% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll encounter stretches of Florida's Turnpike, including one continuous segment of 142.7 miles. The primary roads involved are Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and Paul S Buchman Highway, indicating a predominantly high-speed driving experience. The character of the drive is consistent, meaning you'll be on well-maintained, multi-lane roads for the majority of the journey.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 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?
8/10
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 1.3 miles in near FL 39 / Paul S Buchman Highway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 246 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 1.3 miles (FL 39 / Paul S Buchman Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Zephyrhills, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Winter Haven, Bartow and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.
Winter Haven
19.7 mi in
|
~27m
Bartow
29.6 mi in
|
~38m
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
100 mi in
|
~2h 11m
About the Cities
Arriving in Miramar, FL
Full guide →Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of 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 56m. Total distance: 246 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). 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 1.3 miles (FL 39 / Paul S Buchman Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, 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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