Origin
Cutler Bay, FL
Late night in Cutler Bay on Wednesday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cutler Bay, FL to Miramar, FL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
42m
Distance
38.5 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cutler Bay, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Cutler Bay to Miramar, expect a straightforward 38.5-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via local surface streets like Old Cutler Road, Southwest 216th Street, and East Frontage Road. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, this is an economical way to traverse this part of Florida. Since the entire drive stays within the state, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you move between these two Florida communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19.3 miles from Cutler Bay, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that lacks the monotony of a high-speed interstate grind. Because the highway share for this trip is 0%, you will spend your entire time navigating surface streets rather than cruising on major expressways. The route maintains a consistent pace as you transition through various local corridors, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. You won't encounter any long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, so be ready for frequent adjustments to your driving speed. This path offers a practical look at the local infrastructure connecting Cutler Bay and Miramar.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Old Cutler Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cutler Bay, FL to Miramar, FL is easy. At 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cutler Bay, FL to Miramar, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Old Cutler Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest 216th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Frontage Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 817 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 817 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South University Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Old Cutler Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cutler Bay, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on the route
115 ft
·
14 sec
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the route
2
Turn left
75 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn right onto Old Cutler Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Cutler Road
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Old Cutler Road
79 ft
·
2 sec
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Old Cutler Road
5
Exit the roundabout onto Old Cutler Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Cutler Road
6
Turn right onto Southwest 216th Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Southwest 216th Street
7
Turn right onto East Frontage Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Frontage Road
8
Take the ramp slight left toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
9
Merge slight left onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
10
Keep slight right to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
3.6 mi
·
4 min
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Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
11
Keep slight left to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
12
Keep slight right to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
26 mi
·
29 min
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Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
13
Take the exit slight right toward SR 817: Northwest 27th Avenue, University Drive
0.4 mi
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55 sec
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SR 817: Northwest 27th Avenue, University Drive
14
Keep slight left to continue on SR 817 North: Miramar
518 ft
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16 sec
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SR 817 North: Miramar
15
Turn left onto South University Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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South University Drive
16
Turn right onto Miramar Parkway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Miramar Parkway
17
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Bahama Drive
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 42-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. There are no planned stops on this route, making it easy to complete in one efficient leg. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind, but remember that local driving can sometimes fluctuate in efficiency depending on traffic lights and intersections. Because you are navigating turn-heavy local roads, ensure your GPS is ready to guide you through the transition between Southwest 216th Street and East Frontage Road. Staying alert is key when navigating these non-highway streets.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 19.3 miles from Cutler Bay, FL, or about 21m into the drive.
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 38.5 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.3 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
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 Cutler Bay, 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 Cutler Bay, FL
This is one driving day of about 38.5 miles and 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cutler Bay, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Cutler Bay, FL · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Cutler Bay, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.13 one way
$12.26 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.67 | $13.33 |
| premium | $4.72 | $7.16 | $14.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 62% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.04 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (62% 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
Miramar, FL
Late night in Miramar on Wednesday
Local time
5:39 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
2 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
42m 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 Cutler Bay, FL to Miramar, FL covers 38.5 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Old Cutler Road, Southwest 216th Street, East Frontage Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.3 miles from Cutler Bay, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Cutler Bay, FL to Miramar, FL is easy. At 42m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cutler Bay, FL to Miramar, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cutler Bay, FL to Miramar, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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