Origin
Avon Park, FL
Evening in Avon Park on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avon Park, FL to Miami, FL
Drive Time
3h 46m
Distance
177.2 mi
285 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
★
6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avon Park, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
Traveling from Avon Park to Miami covers 177.2 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 46 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $30 on fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes US 27, Florida's Turnpike, and the Port Everglades Expressway to navigate south toward the coast. While this trek stays within Florida, you will transition from the inland landscapes surrounding Avon Park into the high-traffic urban environment of Miami. It is an efficient, no-nonsense connection between the center of the state and the southern tip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
88.6 miles from Avon Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is characterized by its high-speed efficiency, with 97% of the route consisting of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 27, which features an uninterrupted 138.2-mile stretch that sets the pace for the entire trip. Expect a consistent, focused drive that prioritizes speed over local winding roads. As you transition from the open stretches of US 27 onto Florida's Turnpike and the Port Everglades Expressway, the density of traffic will increase significantly. Be prepared for a steady, high-mileage experience that demands your attention as you transition from rural Florida into the bustling Miami metropolitan area.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 138.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 144.4 miles in near I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 177.2 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 144.4 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
144.4 mi into trip
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~3h 2m in
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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...
8
153.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8; 9A-B
Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpi...
8
154.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
8
154.8 mi into trip
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~3h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
165.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95, US 441
Towns Along This Route
Between Avon Park, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Fort Lauderdale, Naples, Florida's Turnpike, Orlando, Miami South and Orlando North - among others.
Fort Lauderdale
138.8 mi in
|
~2h 55m
Naples
138.8 mi in
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~2h 55m
Florida's Turnpike
153.5 mi in
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~3h 12m
Orlando
153.6 mi in
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~3h 13m
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via SR 84
Miami South
154 mi in
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~3h 13m
Orlando North
154 mi in
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~3h 13m
Florida's Turnpike South
154.8 mi in
|
~3h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 138.2 mi | 2h 53m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 10.4 mi | 12m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 9 mi | 10m |
| I 95 | 9 mi | 11m |
| I 75 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 138.2 mi, about 2h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon Park, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on FL 17
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
2
Turn slight left
344 ft
·
11 sec
3
Turn left onto US 27; US 98
10 mi
·
15 min
·
US 27; US 98
Use the left / none lanes.
4
Continue on US 27; US 98
55 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
US 27; US 98
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Merge onto US 27; FL 78
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 27; FL 78
6
Turn slight right
338 ft
·
4 sec
7
Continue on US 27
32 mi
·
42 min
·
US 27
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on US 27; FL 80
40 mi
·
48 min
·
US 27; FL 80
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on US 27
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
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US 27
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Miami, Fort Lauderdale
12
Merge onto I 75
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 8; 9A-B
Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto SR 84
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
SR 84
Toward SR 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 8
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the none lane.
19
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
Use the none lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
23
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-four-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, but leaving early helps you avoid the heaviest congestion near Miami. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, as the long, straight highway miles can lead to fatigue. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that 138.2-mile stretch on US 27, as service options may be spaced further apart compared to the more heavily developed Turnpike sections. If you encounter unexpected traffic on the main corridors, utilize the Port Everglades Expressway to help navigate the final approach into the city. Staying alert during the transition from high-speed highway cruising to urban driving is the best way 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 88.6 miles from Avon Park, FL, or about 1h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 138.2 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 80 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88.6 miles or 1h 53m 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 3m
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 Avon Park, 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 Avon Park, FL
This is one driving day of about 177.2 miles and 3h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Avon Park, 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 US 27 for about 138.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 88.6 mi from Avon Park, FL · 1h 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 88.6 miles from Avon Park, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 138.2 miles.
Arriving in Miami, FL
The final approach into Miami, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Miami, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.60 one way
$59.20 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
62 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $32.06 | $64.13 |
| premium | $4.90 | $34.16 | $68.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $39.37 | $78.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.73
Florida's Turnpike
(10.4 mi)
$0.73
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
$30
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.2 | 0 | $18.61 | $8.51 |
| Efficient EV | 44.3 | 0 | $15.50 | $7.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.9 | 0 | $24.81 | $11.34 |
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
Miami, FL
Evening in Miami on Sunday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
9 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
3h 46m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Avon Park, FL to Miami, FL covers 177.2 miles and takes about 3h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, Florida's Turnpike, Port Everglades Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 88.6 miles from Avon Park, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 177.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 144.4 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Avon Park, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Fort Lauderdale, Naples, Florida's Turnpike, Orlando, Miami South and Orlando North - among others.
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