Tesla Supercharger
Early in the drive, right off the route
Punta Gorda, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 15m
Distance
221.4 mi
356 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
21 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bayshore Gardens, FL
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The drive from Bayshore Gardens, FL to Miramar, FL covers 221.4 miles and takes about 4h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, University Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 194.3 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
110.7 miles from Bayshore Gardens, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 15m. Total distance: 221.4 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 (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 4h 15m highway drive covering 221.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 194.3 miles on I 75.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Clemson Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 221.4 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 0.2 miles (Clemson Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 24.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 205.4 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn right onto Clemson Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Take the exit toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 84 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bayshore Gardens, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 194.3 mi | 3h 28m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| University Parkway | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| South University Drive | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| North University Drive | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Tallevast Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| SR 84 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| US 301 | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bayshore Gardens, FL and Miramar, FL.
Start on Duke Place
Turn right onto Case Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Clemson Street
Turn left onto Florida Boulevard
Turn right onto US 41
Continue on US 41
Turn left onto Tallevast Road
Turn right onto US 301
Turn left onto University Parkway
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto SR 84
Turn right onto SR 817
Continue on SR 817
Continue on SR 817
Turn left onto SR 824
Turn right onto Island Drive
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
Arrive at destination
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.
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 49 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.7 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miramar, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Bayshore Gardens, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Bayshore Gardens, FL
This is one driving day of about 221.4 miles and 4h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 110.7 mi from Bayshore Gardens, FL · 2h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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.
A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 110.7 miles from Bayshore Gardens, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 194.3 miles.
The final approach into Miramar, 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 Miramar, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Early in the drive, right off the route
Punta Gorda, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Punta Gorda, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Venice, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Punta Gorda, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18447112474
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Venice, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Fort Myers, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18555023851
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Venice, Florida
+18555675853
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Venice, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336224743
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+13058490135
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Sarasota, Florida
Hours: 12–4 pm
+19413716377
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Naples, Florida
Hours: Closed
+12392524021
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Fort Myers, Florida
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
Near the end, ~9 min detour
Plantation, Florida
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+19544522558
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Davie, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm
+19542804359
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Bonita Springs, Florida
Hours: 9 am–4 pm
+12399922591
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Bradenton, Florida
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+19417456030
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Regular Gas
$35.24 one way
$70.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $38.34 | $76.67 |
| premium | $4.72 | $41.17 | $82.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.88 | $97.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
21 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Punta Gorda, Florida
1 DCFC
Mercedes-Benz Charging Station
Venice, Florida
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Punta Gorda, Florida
1 DCFC
7Charge Charging Station
Punta Gorda, Florida
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Punta Gorda, Florida
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Venice, Florida
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.25 | $10.63 |
| Efficient EV | 55.4 | 0 | $19.37 | $8.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.6 | 1 | $31.00 | $14.17 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Bayshore Gardens on Friday
Local time
11:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Miramar on Friday
Local time
11:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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