Origin
Big Coppitt Key, FL
Morning in Big Coppitt Key on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Big Coppitt Key, FL to Hialeah, FL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 50m
Distance
155 mi
249 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 37m
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6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 16m
10 AM
3h 59m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
4h 0m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Big Coppitt Key, FL
Arian Fernandez
Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
This 155-mile journey from Big Coppitt Key to Hialeah, Florida, is estimated to take around 3 hours and 50 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate the Overseas Highway and Dixie Highway, with about 18% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is $26. Expect a route with frequent turns, characteristic of local driving. This drive offers a straightforward way to travel between these two points within Florida.
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
77.5 miles from Big Coppitt Key, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter numerous intersections and changes in direction rather than long, uninterrupted highway stretches. While 18% of the route is on highways, the majority of your time will be spent on local roads. The longest continuous section you'll experience is 68.1 miles on the New Seven Mile Bridge, offering a significant period of consistent travel before returning to more varied road conditions. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with frequent adjustments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New Seven Mile Bridge is the longest continuous segment at about 68.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 117.4 miles in.
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 155 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 117.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131 miles (Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.6 miles (SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
117.4 mi into trip
|
~3h in
Take the exit toward Miami, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Miami, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
6
131 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
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Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
134.6 mi into trip
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~3h 21m in
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SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway toward SR 874 Toll: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 874 Toll: Miami
6
139 mi into trip
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~3h 26m in
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SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
145.5 mi into trip
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~3h 35m in
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Express Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Big Coppitt Key, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Miami, Orlando and Florida's Turnpike North.
Miami
117.4 mi in
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~3h
Orlando
117.4 mi in
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~3h
Florida's Turnpike North
117.4 mi in
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~3h
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Seven Mile Bridge | 68.1 mi | 1h 46m |
| Overseas Highway | 29.8 mi | 46m |
| Dixie Highway | 19.4 mi | 26m |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 16.9 mi | 20m |
| Don Shula Expressway | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| Express Lanes | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| West 49th Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
New Seven Mile Bridge
— 68.1 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Coppitt Key, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Avenue F
216 ft
·
11 sec
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Avenue F
2
Turn right onto 1st Street
260 ft
·
18 sec
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1st Street
3
Turn left onto US 1
30 mi
·
46 min
·
Overseas Highway
4
Continue on US 1
68 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
New Seven Mile Bridge
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on US 1
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Dixie Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Miami, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Miami, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 874 Toll
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Don Shula Expressway
Toward SR 874 Toll: Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto SR 874 Toll
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Don Shula Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Merge onto SR 826
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Palmetto Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
13
Take the exit
138 ft
·
3 sec
Toward Northwest 122nd Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto SR 826
60 ft
·
0 sec
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Palmetto Expressway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward SR 932
16
Turn right onto SR 932
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
West 49th Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Palm Avenue
18
Turn left onto East 41st Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East 41st Street
19
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
504 ft
·
27 sec
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East 2nd Avenue
20
Turn left onto East 39th Place
445 ft
·
21 sec
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East 39th Place
21
Turn right onto East 2nd Court
182 ft
·
10 sec
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East 2nd Court
22
Turn right onto East 39th Street
257 ft
·
11 sec
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East 39th Street
23
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 50-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day drive. Aim to depart early to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $26, pacing is flexible. Pay close attention to navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent turns are integral to this route. The New Seven Mile Bridge offers the longest uninterrupted stretch at 68.1 miles, so utilize this segment for a steady pace.
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 77.5 miles from Big Coppitt Key, FL, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.1 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 2h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.5 miles or 2h 1m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Big Coppitt Key, 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 Big Coppitt Key, FL
This is one driving day of about 155 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Big Coppitt Key, 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 New Seven Mile Bridge for about 68.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.5 mi from Big Coppitt Key, FL · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 77.5 miles from Big Coppitt Key, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New Seven Mile Bridge if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.1 miles.
Arriving in Hialeah, FL
The final approach into Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.67 one way
$49.34 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $26.84 | $53.68 |
| premium | $4.72 | $28.82 | $57.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.22 | $68.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.01
Homestead Extension
(16.9 mi)
$1.01
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
$25
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
| Efficient EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.56 | $6.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62 | 0 | $21.70 | $9.92 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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
Hialeah, FL
Morning in Hialeah on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Mostly Cloudy
E 9 to 14 mph
14% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 7:43PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 13 at 2:00AM EDT until April 14 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
12 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
3h 50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Big Coppitt Key, FL to Hialeah, FL covers 155 miles and takes about 3h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New Seven Mile Bridge, Overseas Highway, Dixie Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.5 miles from Big Coppitt Key, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.67 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 155 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 117.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 131 miles (Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.6 miles (SR 874 Toll / Don Shula Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Big Coppitt Key, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Miami, Orlando and Florida's Turnpike North.
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