Origin
Lakes by the Bay, FL
Afternoon in Lakes by the Bay on Monday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakes by the Bay, FL to Miami, FL
Drive Time
37m
Distance
18.9 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
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6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Lakes by the Bay to Miami, you are looking at a quick 18.9-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. This short transit is perfect for a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate within Florida. You will primarily utilize South Dixie Highway, Old Cutler Road, and Southwest 67th Avenue to bridge the gap between these two locations. Since this trip is so manageable, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, whether you are commuting or heading out for a brief excursion.
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
9.5 miles from Lakes by the Bay, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend roughly 12 miles on highways, though the character of the road changes as you transition between local avenues and the more direct South Dixie Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.8-mile segment on South Dixie Highway, providing a brief respite from the frequent turns elsewhere. Because the route relies on local infrastructure, the experience behind the wheel feels more like navigating city streets than tackling an open-road highway. Prepare for a dynamic pace that keeps you engaged throughout the entire 37-minute drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southwest 210th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
14 ft
5 ft
Total Climb
25 ft
Total Descent
24 ft
Highest Point
14 ft
~17.9 mi in
Elevation Range
9 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lakes by the Bay, FL to Miami, FL is easy. At 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lakes by the Bay, FL to Miami, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest 210th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest 85th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Cutler Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest 67th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ludlam Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Dixie Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Southwest 210th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakes by the Bay, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 210th Street
266 ft
·
17 sec
·
Southwest 210th Street
2
Turn slight left onto Southwest 210th Street
187 ft
·
12 sec
·
Southwest 210th Street
3
Turn right onto Southwest 85th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 85th Avenue
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto Old Cutler Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Cutler Road
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Old Cutler Road
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Old Cutler Road
6
Exit the roundabout onto Old Cutler Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Old Cutler Road
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Old Cutler Road
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
Old Cutler Road
8
Exit the roundabout onto Old Cutler Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Cutler Road
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Old Cutler Road
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Old Cutler Road
10
Exit the roundabout onto Old Cutler Road
466 ft
·
10 sec
·
Old Cutler Road
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Southwest 67th Avenue
194 ft
·
4 sec
·
Southwest 67th Avenue
12
Exit the roundabout onto Southwest 67th Avenue
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Southwest 67th Avenue
13
Continue on Ludlam Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ludlam Road
14
Turn right onto South Dixie Highway
6.8 mi
·
12 min
·
South Dixie Highway
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95 North
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Downtown, Biscayne Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1: Downtown, Biscayne Boulevard
17
Keep slight right to continue on Southeast 1st Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Southeast 1st Avenue
18
Turn straight onto Southeast 1st Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Southeast 1st Avenue
19
Turn left onto Northeast 1st Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Northeast 1st Street
20
Turn left onto North Miami Avenue
312 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Miami Avenue
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, direct drive with no required stops, you have the advantage of complete flexibility when choosing your departure time. However, given the local nature of the roads, keep an eye on traffic patterns along South Dixie Highway to avoid potential congestion. You won't need to plan for mid-trip breaks or refueling, as the entire 18.9-mile distance is well within the range of a standard tank. My best tip for this specific route is to stay alert for the frequent turns required when moving between Old Cutler Road and Southwest 67th Avenue. By staying focused on the navigation, you can ensure your quick trip to Miami remains smooth and stress-free.
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 9.5 miles from Lakes by the Bay, FL, or about 18m 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 18.9 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.5 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
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 Lakes by the Bay, 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 Lakes by the Bay, FL
This is one driving day of about 18.9 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lakes by the Bay, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.5 mi from Lakes by the Bay, FL · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.5 miles from Lakes by the Bay, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Miami, 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
$3.16 one way
$6.31 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
| premium | $4.90 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Afternoon in Miami on Monday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
1 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
37m 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 Lakes by the Bay, FL to Miami, FL covers 18.9 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southwest 210th Street, Southwest 85th Avenue, Old Cutler Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Lakes by the Bay, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.16 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.
The drive from Lakes by the Bay, FL to Miami, FL is easy. At 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lakes by the Bay, FL to Miami, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lakes by the Bay, FL to Miami, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 5 ft to 14 ft elevation with about 25 ft of total climbing.
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