The drive from Land O' Lakes, FL to Miramar, FL covers 280.1 miles and takes about 5h 13m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, South University Drive for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 256.6 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
140.1 miles from Land O' Lakes, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 34m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 13m. Total distance: 280.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 13m highway drive covering 280.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 256.6 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 256.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 280.1 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 8.6 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 264.1 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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8.6 mi into trip|~13m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South I 75: Naples
6
82.9 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
264.1 mi into trip|~4h 47m in|I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
7
269.5 mi into trip|~4h 53m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5; 6
Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Driv...
9
269.7 mi into trip|~4h 53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 84 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward SR 84 East
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Land O' Lakes, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
264.1 mi in|~4h 47m|via I 595
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
256.6 mi
4h 35m
Port Everglades Expressway
5.4 mi
6m
South University Drive
4.6 mi
8m
State Road 54
4.4 mi
6m
North University Drive
2.5 mi
4m
Land O' Lakes Boulevard
1.9 mi
3m
SR 84
1.6 mi
2m
Pembroke Road
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 256.6 mi, about 4h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Land O' Lakes, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on this road
207 ft·18 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Bell Lake Road
290 ft·10 sec·Bell Lake Road
3
Turn left onto US 41
1.9 mi·3 min·Land O' Lakes Boulevard
4
Turn left onto FL 54
4.4 mi·6 min·State Road 54
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on FL 56
0.4 mi·38 sec·State Road 56
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Continue on FL 56
0.1 mi·8 sec·FL 56
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·13 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
9
Merge onto I 75
1.0 mi·1 min·I 75
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
74 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 75
Toward South I 75: NaplesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi·3 hr 14 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
5.4 mi·6 min·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 5; 6Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University DriveUse the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
Exit 5Toward SR 84 EastUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto SR 84
1.6 mi·2 min·SR 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto SR 817
3.6 mi·6 min·South University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on SR 817
2.5 mi·4 min·North University Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on SR 817
1.0 mi·1 min·South University Drive
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto SR 824
0.6 mi·1 min·Pembroke Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Island Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Island Drive
21
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
0.4 mi·1 min·Miramar Boulevard
22
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
91 ft·4 sec·Bahama Drive
23
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
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 140.1 miles from Land O' Lakes, FL, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.6 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 62 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.1 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 10m
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 Land O' Lakes, 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 Land O' Lakes, FL
This is one driving day of about 280.1 miles and 5h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Land O' Lakes, 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 256.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.1 mi from Land O' Lakes, FL
· 2h 34m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.74 one way
$91.48 round trip
$4.15/gal25.4 MPG avg98 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$50.68
$101.37
premium
$4.90
$53.99
$107.98
diesel
$4.35
$47.97
$95.94
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98 kg one way.
EV Charging Along Route
12 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Blink Charging Station
Punta Gorda, Florida
Blink
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Port Charlotte, Florida
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Punta Gorda, Florida
Tesla
1 DCFC
7Charge Charging Station
Punta Gorda, Florida
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Punta Gorda, Florida
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Punta Gorda, Florida
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Punta Gorda, Florida
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Punta Gorda, Florida
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 4
Tesla: 3
Other: 3
Blink: 2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
84
1
$29.41
$13.44
Efficient EV
70
0
$24.51
$11.20
EV Truck/SUV
112
1
$39.21
$17.93
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Land O' Lakes, FL
Morning
in Land O' Lakes on Saturday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miramar, FL
Morning
in Miramar on Saturday
Local time
10:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
8 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
5h 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 Land O' Lakes, FL to Miramar, FL covers 280.1 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, South University Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.1 miles from Land O' Lakes, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.74 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 16 significant decision points across 280.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 264.1 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Land O' Lakes, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include De Soto National Memorial.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
