Origin
Lake Worth Corridor, FL
Evening in Lake Worth Corridor on Wednesday
Local time
7:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Worth Corridor, FL to Miami, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
63.8 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Worth Corridor, FL
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Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from the Lake Worth Corridor to Miami, you are looking at a straightforward 63.8-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you can easily head down and back without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should cover your needs for the journey. You will primarily utilize I-95, supplemented by 6th Avenue South and Lake Worth Road, to navigate between these two South Florida locations. It is a highly practical drive that connects the suburban feel of the Lake Worth area directly into the heart of Miami.
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
31.9 miles from Lake Worth Corridor, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 93% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 59.4-mile stretch along I-95, which serves as the backbone of this trip. You will spend the vast majority of your time cruising on this interstate, making it a high-speed, direct connection rather than a scenic winding path. While the initial segments involve local roads like 6th Avenue South and Lake Worth Road, the personality of the drive quickly shifts to a standard interstate grind once you merge onto the main highway. Prepare for a consistent, functional drive that prioritizes efficiency over varied terrain.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 59.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and 6th Avenue South. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near South Congress Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.8 miles (South Congress Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
South Congress Avenue
Turn right onto South Congress Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
16.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
62.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
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 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
6
63.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 59.4 mi | 1h 10m |
| 6th Avenue South | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lake Worth Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Congress Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Gulfstream Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 59.4 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Worth Corridor, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on Gulfstream Road
498 ft
·
16 sec
·
Gulfstream Road
2
Turn right onto FL 802
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Worth Road
3
Turn right onto South Congress Avenue
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
South Congress Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto 6th Avenue South
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
6th Avenue South
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
6
Merge onto I 95
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
46 mi
·
54 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 21 minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though I-95 can experience significant traffic congestion during peak commuting hours. Plan your departure to avoid the morning or evening rush to ensure you maintain that estimated travel time. Because the entire route is relatively short, you likely won't need to schedule formal stops unless you prefer to break up the 59.4-mile interstate stretch. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind, and try to fill up before hitting the highway to avoid higher prices at busy service stations. The biggest advantage here is the simplicity of the route, so keep your focus on the road as you transition from local surface streets onto the high-speed interstate flow.
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 31.9 miles from Lake Worth Corridor, FL, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.4 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 14 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.9 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lake Worth Corridor, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lake Worth Corridor, FL
This is one driving day of about 63.8 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Lake Worth Corridor, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 59.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.9 mi from Lake Worth Corridor, FL · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Lake Worth Corridor, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Miami, FL
The final approach into Miami, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.16 one way
$20.31 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $11.05 | $22.09 |
| premium | $4.72 | $11.86 | $23.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.09 | $28.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.70 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.58 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.93 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Miami, FL
Evening in Miami on Wednesday
Local time
7:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
1h 21m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lake Worth Corridor, FL to Miami, FL covers 63.8 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, 6th Avenue South, Lake Worth Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.9 miles from Lake Worth Corridor, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.16 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.8 miles (South Congress Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lake Worth Corridor, FL to Miami, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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