Origin
Hialeah, FL
Night in Hialeah on Thursday
Local time
11:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hialeah, FL to Southgate, FL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
4h 1m
Distance
217.1 mi
349 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 49m
★
6 AM
4h 2m
8 AM
4h 28m
10 AM
4h 11m
12 PM
4h 8m
3 PM
4h 12m
5 PM
4h 27m
8 PM
3h 54m
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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Southgate, FL
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Trip Overview
This 217.1-mile journey from Hialeah, FL to Southgate, FL is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 1 minute to complete. The route is heavily focused on interstate highways, with 96% of the drive on these faster roads, making it an efficient way to cover the distance. With a fuel cost estimated at $35, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion. You'll primarily be navigating I-75, with brief sections on Gratigny Parkway and Bee Ridge Road. This drive is a straightforward, highway-centric option for getting between these two Florida locations.
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
108.6 miles from Hialeah, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 1m. Total distance: 217.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this 217.1-mile trip. With 96% of the route on interstates like I-75, you'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches. The longest continuous segment on I-75 spans 206.2 miles, offering a consistent pace. While the main roads include Gratigny Parkway and Bee Ridge Road, these are integrated into the overall highway experience, meaning you won't encounter significant changes in road type or speed. This route prioritizes efficient travel over diverse scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 206.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Bee Ridge Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Palm Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Palm Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (SR 924 Toll / Gratigny Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Palm Avenue
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Turn left toward SR 924 Toll West
Navigation decision point
Toward SR 924 Toll West
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
SR 924 Toll / Gratigny Parkway
Merge onto SR 924 Toll / Gratigny Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
21.9 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Alligator Alley, Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward Alligator Alley, Naples
5
212.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward FL 758: Sarasota
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 207
Toward FL 758: Sarasota
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hialeah, FL and Southgate, FL, road signs point toward Alligator Alley and Naples.
Alligator Alley
21.9 mi in
|
~27m
|
via I 75
Naples
21.9 mi in
|
~27m
|
via I 75
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 206.2 mi | 3h 40m |
| Bee Ridge Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Gratigny Parkway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Palm Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West 4th Avenue/Red Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Webber Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Beneva Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 39th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 206.2 mi, about 3h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah, FL and Southgate, FL.
1
Start on East 39th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East 39th Street
2
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Palm Avenue
3
Turn left onto West 65th Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 65th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn straight onto West 2nd Court
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 2nd Court
5
Continue on West 68th Street
447 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 68th Street
6
Turn right onto SR 823
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Avenue/Red Road
7
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward SR 924 Toll West
8
Merge onto SR 924 Toll
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Gratigny Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 75
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
190 mi
·
3 hr 23 min
·
I 75
Toward Alligator Alley, Naples
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 207
Toward FL 758: Sarasota
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
13
Turn left onto FL 758
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Bee Ridge Road
14
Turn right onto CR 773
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Beneva Road
15
Turn left onto Webber Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Webber Street
16
Arrive at destination
Webber Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration and 217.1-mile length, this trip is best completed in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid rush hour traffic. With only one recommended stop and the longest stretch being over 200 miles, plan your refueling in advance, perhaps before you leave Hialeah or during the initial part of your journey on I-75. The $35 fuel cost is quite manageable, so you shouldn't have to worry excessively about frequent stops solely for gas. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the long 206.2-mile segment on I-75.
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 108.6 miles from Hialeah, FL, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 206.2 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 48 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.6 miles or 2h 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southgate, 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.
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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 Hialeah, FL
This is one driving day of about 217.1 miles and 4h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 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.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 206.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108.6 mi from Hialeah, FL · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 108.6 miles from Hialeah, 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 206.2 miles.
Arriving in Southgate, FL
The final approach into Southgate, 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 Southgate, 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
$34.56 one way
$69.11 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $37.59 | $75.18 |
| premium | $4.72 | $40.37 | $80.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.93 | $95.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.1 | 0 | $22.80 | $10.42 |
| Efficient EV | 54.3 | 0 | $19.00 | $8.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.8 | 1 | $30.39 | $13.89 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Southgate, FL
Night in Southgate on Thursday
Local time
11:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
16 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 1m 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 Southgate, FL covers 217.1 miles and takes about 4h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Bee Ridge Road, Gratigny 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 108.6 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 $34.56 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Palm Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (SR 924 Toll / Gratigny Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hialeah, FL and Southgate, FL, road signs point toward Alligator Alley and Naples.
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