Trip from Cheval, FL to Miramar, FL

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Drive Time

5h 22m

Distance

283.7 mi

457 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 9m ★

6 AM

5h 23m

8 AM

5h 49m

10 AM

5h 32m

12 PM

5h 29m

3 PM

5h 33m

5 PM

5h 48m

8 PM

5h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Cheval, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

Trip Overview

This 283.7-mile drive from Cheval to Miramar, Florida, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 5 hours and 22 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, with 93% of the journey on high-speed roads. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $45, making it an economical option for a cross-state journey. Given its highway-focused profile, this route is best suited for those looking to cover ground efficiently rather than for a leisurely sightseeing tour. Plan for one primary stop to break up the longest stretch.

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

141.9 miles from Cheval, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Prepare for a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 93% of your travel occurring on interstates and expressways. The character of the drive is largely defined by I-75, which will carry you for a significant 256.6-mile stretch. This means you can expect a steady pace for the majority of your journey. While the bulk of the route is highway, the final leg will involve transitioning to local roads like South University Drive as you approach Miramar. This highway-centric profile suggests a drive geared towards reaching your destination promptly.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 256.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 12.1 miles in near I 75.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 283.7 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 12.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 267.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

12.1 mi into trip | ~21m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward South I 75: Naples

86.4 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

267.7 mi into trip | ~4h 55m in | 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...

273.1 mi into trip | ~5h 1m in

Take the exit toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 5; 6 Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Driv...

273.3 mi into trip | ~5h 2m in

Keep slight right at fork toward SR 84 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 5 Toward SR 84 East

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Cheval, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

Fort Lauderdale

267.7 mi in | ~4h 55m | via I 595

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	256.6 mi	4h 35m
Port Everglades Expressway	5.4 mi	6m
South University Drive	4.6 mi	8m
State Road 54	4.4 mi	6m
North Dale Mabry Highway	3.7 mi	5m
North University Drive	2.5 mi	4m
SR 84	1.6 mi	2m
Cheval Boulevard	1.3 mi	5m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 256.6 mi, about 4h 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cheval, FL and Miramar, FL.

Start on Place Marquette

265 ft · 13 sec · Place Marquette

Turn right onto Biarritz Avenue

0.2 mi · 1 min · Biarritz Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Cheval Boulevard

0.9 mi · 3 min · Cheval Boulevard

At end of road, turn right onto Cheval Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · Cheval Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto FL 597

3.7 mi · 5 min · North Dale Mabry Highway

Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto US 41

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Land O' Lakes Boulevard

Turn right onto FL 54

4.4 mi · 6 min · State Road 54

Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.

Continue on FL 56

0.4 mi · 38 sec · State Road 56

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on FL 56

0.1 mi · 8 sec · FL 56

Use the straight lane.

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 13 sec

Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg

Merge onto I 75

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 75

Toward South I 75: Naples Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

181 mi · 3 hr 14 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

5.4 mi · 6 min · Port Everglades Expressway

Exit 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Exit 5; 6 Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 14 sec

Exit 5 Toward SR 84 East Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto SR 84

1.6 mi · 2 min · SR 84

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto SR 817

3.6 mi · 6 min · South University Drive

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on SR 817

2.5 mi · 4 min · North University Drive

Use the left lane.

Continue on SR 817

1.0 mi · 1 min · South University Drive

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto SR 824

0.6 mi · 1 min · Pembroke Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Island Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Island Drive

Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · Miramar Boulevard

Turn right onto Bahama Drive

91 ft · 4 sec · Bahama Drive

Arrive at destination

Bahama Drive

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5-hour and 22-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Cheval to avoid any potential traffic, especially as you get closer to the South Florida region. With a longest stretch of 256.6 miles on I-75, planning one substantial stop around the halfway point will help you stay refreshed. The estimated fuel cost of $45 is manageable, but it’s always wise to check your fuel levels before embarking. Keep an eye out for changes in speed limits as you transition from I-75 to Port Everglades Expressway and then onto South University Drive as you enter 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 141.9 miles from Cheval, FL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.6 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 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 141.9 miles or 2h 40m 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 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miramar, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Cheval, 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 Cheval, FL

This is one driving day of about 283.7 miles and 5h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cheval, 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 I 75 for about 256.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 141.9 mi from Cheval, FL · 2h 40m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Punta Gorda, FL

142 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

Rotonda West, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cape Coral, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 141.9 miles from Cheval, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 256.6 miles.

Arriving in Miramar, FL

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$45.16 one way

$90.31 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 99 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$49.12	$98.25
premium	$4.72	$52.75	$105.51
diesel	$5.61	$62.64	$125.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 99.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	85.1	1	$29.79	$13.62
Efficient EV	70.9	0	$24.82	$11.35
EV Truck/SUV	113.5	1	$39.72	$18.16

Gas CO2

99 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Cheval, FL

Morning in Cheval on Wednesday

Local time

7:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Miramar, FL

Morning in Miramar on Wednesday

Local time

7:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°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

8 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

5h 22m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Cheval, FL to Miramar, FL covers 283.7 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, South University Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 141.9 miles from Cheval, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.16 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Cheval, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

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Trip from Cheval, FL to Miramar, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Miramar, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Cheval, FL

Miramar, FL

Same local time

8 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 22m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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