Origin
Fruitville, FL
Afternoon in Fruitville on Saturday
Local time
2:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fruitville, FL to Miramar, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
207.3 mi
334 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
★
6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fruitville, FL
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
Fruitville to Miramar is 207.3 miles and takes about 3h 55m via I 75, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, making it a straightforward journey between two points in the same state. Expect a route that is almost entirely highway, so if you're looking for a quick trip with minimal fuss, this is a solid option. The majority of your time will be spent on I 75, so plan for a consistent pace. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll have plenty of time to get to your destination without needing to stop overnight.
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
103.6 miles from Fruitville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 188.3 mi | 3h 21m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| South University Drive | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| North University Drive | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Cattlemen Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| SR 84 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Pembroke Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Island Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 188.3 mi, about 3h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fruitville, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on Albritton Avenue
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
Albritton Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto Palmer Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Palmer Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Cattlemen Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Cattlemen Road
4
Turn left onto FL 758
320 ft
·
15 sec
·
Bee Ridge Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 75 South: Naples
6
Merge onto I 75
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 75
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi
·
3 hr 14 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 5; 6
Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 5
Toward SR 84 East
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 84
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto SR 817
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on SR 817
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North University Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on SR 817
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South University Drive
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto SR 824
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pembroke Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Island Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Island Drive
17
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Miramar Boulevard
18
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
91 ft
·
4 sec
·
Bahama Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 55m duration and the fact that it's a single-day trip, starting your journey in Fruitville in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. The longest stretch on I 75 is 188.3 miles, so plan for a fuel stop before you begin this segment if your tank is low, as services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost is around $33, so factor that into your budget. With only one recommended stop and a high highway share, you won't need to worry about extensive breaks, but keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach 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 103.6 miles from Fruitville, FL, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 188.3 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 46 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.6 miles or 1h 55m 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 6m
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 Fruitville, 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 Fruitville, FL
This is one driving day of about 207.3 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Fruitville, 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 188.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.6 miles from Fruitville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 188.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 196.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Palmer Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto Palmer Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
10 mi into trip
|
~14m 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.
9
191.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 29m 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...
7
196.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m 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...
9
196.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.00 one way
$65.99 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $35.89 | $71.79 |
| premium | $4.72 | $38.55 | $77.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.77 | $91.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.77 | $9.95 |
| Efficient EV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.14 | $8.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.9 | 1 | $29.02 | $13.27 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Miramar, FL
Afternoon in Miramar on Saturday
Local time
2:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
5 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
3h 55m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
18 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the route utilizing major highways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I 75, experiencing a long, uninterrupted stretch of 188.3 miles. The character of the drive is largely consistent due to its heavy reliance on interstates like I 75 and the Port Everglades Expressway. While the Port Everglades Expressway and South University Drive will introduce some different road types closer to your destination, the bulk of the journey is characterized by fast, efficient travel.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 188.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.2 miles in near Palmer Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 207.3 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 0.2 miles (Palmer Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 191.2 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Fruitville, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
191.2 mi in
|
~3h 29m
|
via I 595
About the Cities
Arriving in Miramar, FL
Full guide →Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 55m. Total distance: 207.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 188.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Miramar, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Palmer Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 191.2 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Miramar, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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