Trip from Highland Beach, FL to Hialeah, FL

Drive Time

1h 3m

Distance

46.1 mi

74 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min

4 AM

0h 58m ★

6 AM

1h 4m

8 AM

1h 14m

10 AM

1h 7m

12 PM

1h 6m

3 PM

1h 8m

5 PM

1h 13m

8 PM

1h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Highland Beach, FL

Abhishek Navlakha

Hialeah, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Highland Beach, FL to Hialeah, FL covers 46.1 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, SR 9, Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.5 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.70 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

23 miles from Highland Beach, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 3m highway drive covering 46.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and SR 9. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.5 miles on I 95.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 19 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 34.5 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

28 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

36 ft

Total Descent

35 ft

Highest Point

28 ft

~7.7 mi in

Elevation Range

23 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and SR 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 46.1 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 0.9 miles (SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (US 1 / North Federal Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard

Turn right onto SR 800 / Northeast Spanish River Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 1 / North Federal Highway

Turn right onto US 1 / North Federal Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

3.4 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

38 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the exit toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: 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 straight / slight right lanes. Exit 12 Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, S...

38.1 mi into trip | ~48m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	34.5 mi	40m
SR 9	2.3 mi	3m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector	1.4 mi	2m
Yamato Road	1 mi	2m
South Ocean Boulevard	0.9 mi	2m
Northwest 135th Street	0.8 mi	1m
East 8th Avenue	0.7 mi	1m
East 4th Avenue	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 34.5 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Highland Beach, FL and Hialeah, FL.

Start on SR A1A

0.9 mi · 2 min · South Ocean Boulevard

Turn right onto SR 800

0.6 mi · 1 min · Northeast Spanish River Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto US 1

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Federal Highway

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto SR 794

1.0 mi · 2 min · Yamato Road

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Toward I 95 South: Miami

Merge onto I 95

35 mi · 40 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec

Exit 12 Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East Use the slight left lane.

Turn straight onto US 441

0.5 mi · 53 sec · US 441

Continue on SR 9

2.3 mi · 3 min · SR 9

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto SR 9

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Northwest 27th Avenue

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto SR 916

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Opa Locka Boulevard

Continue on SR 916

0.8 mi · 1 min · Northwest 135th Street

Turn left onto Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector

1.4 mi · 2 min · Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector

Use the left lane.

Continue on SR 953

0.7 mi · 1 min · East 8th Avenue

Turn right onto SR 932

0.5 mi · 1 min · East 49th Street

Turn left onto East 4th Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 4th Avenue

Turn right onto East 39th Street

0.2 mi · 49 sec · East 39th Street

Arrive at destination

East 39th Street

Trip Plan

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 23 miles from Highland Beach, FL, or about 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 46.1 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 23 miles or 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Highland Beach, 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 Highland Beach, FL

This is one driving day of about 46.1 miles and 1h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Highland Beach, 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 34.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 23 mi from Highland Beach, FL · 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Lauderdale, FL

23 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

Doral, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 23 miles from Highland Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hialeah, FL

The final approach into Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, 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

$7.70 one way

$15.40 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$8.34	$16.68
premium	$4.90	$8.89	$17.77
diesel	$5.64	$10.24	$20.48

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$33–$58

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	13.8	$4.84	$2.21
Efficient EV	11.5	$4.03	$1.84
EV Truck/SUV	18.4	$6.45	$2.95

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (69% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 16 hours ago

Origin

Highland Beach, FL

Afternoon in Highland Beach on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Partly Cloudy

E 25 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 11:13PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 2:48PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Destination

Hialeah, FL

Afternoon in Hialeah on Sunday

Local time

4:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Partly Cloudy

NE 12 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 11:13PM EDT until April 13 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 11 at 2:48PM EDT until April 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

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

4 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

1h 3m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Highland Beach, FL to Hialeah, FL covers 46.1 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, SR 9, Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 23 miles from Highland Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.70 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.

The route from Highland Beach, FL to Hialeah, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 6 ft to 28 ft elevation with about 36 ft of total climbing.

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Trip from Highland Beach, FL to Hialeah, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hialeah, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Highland Beach, FL

Hialeah, FL

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 3m on the road

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