Origin
Davenport, FL
Evening in Davenport on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, FL to Miami, FL
Drive Time
4h 32m
Distance
234.3 mi
377 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 19m
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6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 59m
10 AM
4h 41m
12 PM
4h 39m
3 PM
4h 43m
5 PM
4h 57m
8 PM
4h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Davenport, FL
Samuel Etienne
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
Traveling from Davenport to Miami covers 234.3 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 32 minutes. Because this route is highly efficient, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your path relies heavily on Florida's Turnpike, US 17, and I-95, making it a straightforward drive through the heart of the state. With an estimated fuel cost of $39, it remains an affordable option for travelers moving between Central and South Florida. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this trip is designed for speed and convenience rather than scenic detours.
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
117.1 miles from Davenport, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient experience, as 96% of this drive is spent on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time—specifically 199.9 miles—on Florida's Turnpike, which offers a consistent, high-speed pace for most of the journey. The character of the road is strictly highway-focused, meaning you should prepare for a steady, rhythmic drive rather than winding, technical turns. As you transition toward the Miami area, the flow of traffic will likely increase, shifting from open stretches to more dense metropolitan transit. It is a no-nonsense route that prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 199.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and US 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 234.3 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 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 222.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
22.1 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
7
22.3 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
8
222.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 14m 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
7
223.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
8
232.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 28m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Towns Along This Route
Between Davenport, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Ocala, Florida's Turnpike Toll and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.
Ocala
22.1 mi in
|
~34m
Florida's Turnpike Toll
22.1 mi in
|
~34m
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
22.3 mi in
|
~35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 199.9 mi | 3h 37m |
| US 17 | 17.1 mi | 26m |
| I 95 | 9 mi | 11m |
| Bronson Highway | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Oak Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Emmett Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 199.9 mi, about 3h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on US 17; US 92
17 mi
·
26 min
·
US 17; US 92
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right onto Emmett Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Emmett Street
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on Broadway Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Broadway Avenue
4
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto Oak Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Street
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto US 192; US 441
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Vine Street
7
Continue on US 192; US 441
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Bronson Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
200 mi
·
3 hr 37 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a 4.5-hour journey, you only need to plan for one main stop to stay refreshed and alert. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid the heavier congestion often associated with the approach into Miami. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that long 199.9-mile stretch on the Turnpike, as service plazas are your primary option for refueling along that specific segment. Because the drive is short enough to handle in one go, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Utilize that single planned stop to stretch your legs before hitting the final leg of the drive.
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 117.1 miles from Davenport, FL, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 199.9 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.1 miles or 2h 18m 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 40m
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 Davenport, 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 Davenport, FL
This is one driving day of about 234.3 miles and 4h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Davenport, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 199.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.1 mi from Davenport, FL · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 117.1 miles from Davenport, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 199.9 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
$39.14 one way
$78.28 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $42.40 | $84.79 |
| premium | $4.90 | $45.16 | $90.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $52.05 | $104.11 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.99
Florida's Turnpike
(199.9 mi)
$13.99
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
$39
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.3 | 0 | $24.60 | $11.25 |
| Efficient EV | 58.6 | 0 | $20.50 | $9.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.7 | 1 | $32.80 | $15.00 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Miami, FL
Evening in Miami on Sunday
Local time
6:33 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
4h 32m 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 Davenport, FL to Miami, FL covers 234.3 miles and takes about 4h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, US 17, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.1 miles from Davenport, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.14 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 234.3 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 22.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 222.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Davenport, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Ocala, Florida's Turnpike Toll and Florida's Turnpike South: Miami.
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