Origin
Lake Alfred, FL
Afternoon in Lake Alfred on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Alfred, FL to Miramar, FL
Drive Time
4h 13m
Distance
213.2 mi
343 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 1m
★
6 AM
4h 14m
8 AM
4h 40m
10 AM
4h 23m
12 PM
4h 20m
3 PM
4h 24m
5 PM
4h 39m
8 PM
4h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Alfred, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lake Alfred to Miramar covers a 213.2-mile stretch that typically takes about 4 hours and 13 minutes to complete. Because the route is highly efficient, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $36 on fuel for the journey, making it a relatively affordable trek across the state. By relying on Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and US 27, you stay on a direct path that keeps travel time predictable. This is a straightforward, practical drive that connects Central Florida to the southern coastal regions without unnecessary detours.
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
106.6 miles from Lake Alfred, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very fast-paced experience, as this route is 96% highway-focused. You will spend the vast majority of your time cruising on major thoroughfares, with the longest uninterrupted stretch spanning 142.7 miles on Florida’s Turnpike. The transition from the quieter inland areas around Lake Alfred to the busier corridors leading toward Miramar is seamless thanks to the high-speed road network. Because such a high percentage of the trip takes place on highways, you should prepare for steady, consistent driving rather than winding local roads. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over scenic winding detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 142.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 17; US 92 / Alfred Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 213.2 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 0.3 miles (US 17; US 92 / Alfred Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 17; US 92 / Alfred Street
Turn right onto US 17; US 92 / Alfred Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
20.3 mi into trip
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~28m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
67 mi into trip
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~1h 28m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
67.2 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
7
210 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Lake Alfred, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami along the way.
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
67.2 mi in
|
~1h 29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 142.7 mi | 2h 36m |
| FL 60 | 46.5 mi | 59m |
| US 27 | 14.9 mi | 20m |
| Alfred Street | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 72nd Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Bahama Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Glencruiten Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 142.7 mi, about 2h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Alfred, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on East Haines Boulevard
110 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Haines Boulevard
2
Turn left onto North Glencruiten Avenue
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
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North Glencruiten Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 17; US 92
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Alfred Street
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto US 27
15 mi
·
20 min
·
US 27
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto FL 60
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
FL 60
8
Continue on FL 60
46 mi
·
59 min
·
FL 60
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on this road
295 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
143 mi
·
2 hr 36 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft
·
19 sec
·
Pembroke Road
17
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft
·
25 sec
·
West Arcadia Drive
18
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tropicana Street
19
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bahama Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a four-hour trip, try to plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid the heaviest traffic patterns as you approach the Miramar area. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during that 142.7-mile Turnpike stretch, as service plazas are your best bet for convenient refueling and breaks. Given the duration, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule without needing to stress over a complex multi-day itinerary. Sticking to the main highway arteries will ensure you maintain your projected pace throughout the day.
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 106.6 miles from Lake Alfred, FL, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.7 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.6 miles or 2h 12m 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 26m
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 Lake Alfred, 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 Lake Alfred, FL
This is one driving day of about 213.2 miles and 4h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lake Alfred, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 142.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.6 mi from Lake Alfred, FL · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 106.6 miles from Lake Alfred, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 142.7 miles.
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.
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
$35.61 one way
$71.23 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $38.58 | $77.15 |
| premium | $4.90 | $41.10 | $82.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $47.37 | $94.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.99
Florida's Turnpike
(142.7 mi)
$9.99
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64 | 0 | $22.39 | $10.23 |
| Efficient EV | 53.3 | 0 | $18.65 | $8.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.3 | 1 | $29.85 | $13.64 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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 13m 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 Lake Alfred, FL to Miramar, FL covers 213.2 miles and takes about 4h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, US 27. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 106.6 miles from Lake Alfred, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.61 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 demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 213.2 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 0.3 miles (US 17; US 92 / Alfred Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lake Alfred, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami along the way.
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