Origin
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Evening in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday
Local time
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Miramar, FL
Drive Time
25m
Distance
15.7 mi
25 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
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6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are traveling between Fort Lauderdale and Miramar, you are looking at a quick 15.7-mile trip that typically takes about 25 minutes. This Florida route is highly efficient, making it an easy day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize I-95, West Hallandale Beach Boulevard, and Miramar Parkway to navigate between these two locations within the state. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an economical drive for commuters or visitors moving across the region. Because the distance is so short, you have total flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to head out whenever it best suits your plans.
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
7.9 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 62% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You should prepare for an interstate experience, as your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 8.1 miles directly on I-95. The journey begins with the fast-paced flow of the highway before transitioning into the local flow of West Hallandale Beach Boulevard and Miramar Parkway. Expect a straightforward, utilitarian drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenery. You will feel the transition from the bustling interstate environment to the more controlled pace of local parkways as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and West Hallandale Beach Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 15.7 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 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
1.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~5m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
10.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18
Toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard
5
11.1 mi into trip
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~16m in
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SR 858 / West Hallandale Beach Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 858 / West Hallandale Beach Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| West Hallandale Beach Boulevard | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Miramar Parkway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| East Broward Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Bahama Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 8.1 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Lauderdale, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on SR 842
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Broward Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the none lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the slight left lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 18
Toward SR 858: Hallandale Beach Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn right onto SR 858
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Hallandale Beach Boulevard
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 858
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Hallandale Beach Boulevard
8
Continue on CR 858
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Miramar Parkway
Use the left / none lanes.
9
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bahama Drive
10
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 25-minute transit, you don’t need to worry about planning for rest stops or food breaks along the way. Your best strategy is to check local traffic conditions before departing, as the 62% highway share means you could face typical Florida congestion on I-95. Fueling up before you head out is a smart move, especially since the $3 estimated cost is low enough to make a quick pit stop unnecessary. Use the brevity of this 15.7-mile route to your advantage by planning your departure to avoid peak rush hours. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your GPS when transitioning from I-95 onto West Hallandale Beach Boulevard to ensure you don't miss your turnoff.
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 7.9 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.1 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 15.7 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.9 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
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 Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL
This is one driving day of about 15.7 miles and 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Lauderdale, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 8.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.9 mi from Fort Lauderdale, FL · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.9 miles from Fort Lauderdale, 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
$2.62 one way
$5.25 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| premium | $4.90 | $3.03 | $6.05 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Evening in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
7:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
71°F
Hollywood, FL
8 mi in
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
25m 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL to Miramar, FL covers 15.7 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, West Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Miramar Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.9 miles from Fort Lauderdale, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.62 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 15.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Miramar, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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