Origin
Hialeah, FL
Afternoon in Hialeah on Thursday
Local time
12:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hialeah, FL to Ormond Beach, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
261.5 mi
421 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 45m
★
6 AM
4h 59m
8 AM
5h 26m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 10m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hialeah, FL
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Ormond Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hialeah, FL to Ormond Beach, FL covers 261.5 miles and takes about 4h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 2nd Avenue, East 41st Street, East 4th Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
130.8 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 58m. Total distance: 261.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 58m drive with frequent turns across 261.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 2nd Avenue 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 58m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hialeah, FL to Ormond Beach, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 2nd Avenue | — | — |
| East 41st Street | — | — |
| East 4th Avenue | — | — |
| East 49th Street | — | — |
| East 8th Avenue | — | — |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | — | — |
| Northwest 135th Street | — | — |
| Northwest 27th Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East 2nd Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Ormond Beach, FL.
1
Start on East 39th Street
190 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 39th Street
2
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
East 2nd Avenue
3
Turn right onto East 41st Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East 41st Street
4
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East 4th Avenue
5
Turn right onto East 49th Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
East 49th Street
6
Turn left onto East 8th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 8th Avenue
7
Keep slight right to continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
8
Turn right onto Northwest 135th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 135th Street
9
Turn left onto Northwest 27th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Northwest 27th Avenue
10
Keep slight right
2.6 mi
·
4 min
11
Turn straight
217 ft
·
5 sec
12
Take the ramp slight right toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
13
Keep slight left to continue on Florida's Turnpike
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike
14
Merge slight right onto Florida's Turnpike
108 mi
·
2 hr
·
Florida's Turnpike
15
Take the exit slight right toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
16
Keep slight right to continue on FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
213 ft
·
5 sec
·
FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
17
Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 95
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 95
19
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Daytona Beach
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 North: Daytona Beach
20
Merge slight left
139 mi
·
2 hr 29 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
22
Turn right onto Granada Boulevard
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Granada Boulevard
23
Turn left onto North Ridgewood Avenue
262 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Ridgewood Avenue
24
Turn right onto New Britain Avenue
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
New Britain Avenue
25
Turn right
194 ft
·
14 sec
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 130.8 miles from Hialeah, FL, or about 2h 29m 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 58 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.8 miles or 2h 29m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ormond Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hialeah, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Hialeah, FL
This is one driving day of about 261.5 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Hialeah, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 130.8 mi from Hialeah, FL · 2h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
131 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 130.8 miles from Hialeah, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ormond Beach, FL
The final approach into Ormond Beach, 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 Ormond Beach, 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
$41.62 one way
$83.25 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
92 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $45.28 | $90.56 |
| premium | $4.72 | $48.62 | $97.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $57.74 | $115.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 78.5 | 0 | $27.46 | $12.55 |
| Efficient EV | 65.4 | 0 | $22.88 | $10.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 104.6 | 1 | $36.61 | $16.74 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% 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
Ormond Beach, FL
Afternoon in Ormond Beach on Thursday
Local time
12:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 58m 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 Hialeah, FL to Ormond Beach, FL covers 261.5 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 2nd Avenue, East 41st Street, East 4th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 130.8 miles from Hialeah, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.62 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 straightforward 4h 58m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hialeah, FL to Ormond Beach, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hialeah, FL to Ormond Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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