Origin
Lehigh Acres, FL
Morning in Lehigh Acres on Saturday
Local time
11:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Lehigh Acres, FL to Hialeah, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
129.6 mi
209 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
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6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lehigh Acres, FL
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Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
Lehigh Acres, FL to Hialeah, FL is 129.6 miles and takes about 2h 39m via Alligator Alley, New Harvest Road, and I 75, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip will take you across the state of Florida, moving from the Southwest region to the Southeast. Expect a route that involves a good amount of local driving mixed with highway travel. Given its relatively short duration, this is a straightforward, same-day trip, perfect for getting you to your destination without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.8 miles from Lehigh Acres, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 129.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route features a "turn-heavy local drive" profile for a significant portion, meaning you'll be navigating through more varied road types rather than just a monotonous interstate. About 24% of the drive is on highways. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 61 miles on Alligator Alley, which offers a more direct path before transitioning into local roads. As you progress, the character of the drive shifts, requiring your attention to be more dynamic as you encounter various intersections and changes in speed limits.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Alligator Alley is the longest continuous segment at about 61 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 44.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 129.6 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 44.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 105.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
44.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Turn left toward I 75 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Miami
7
105.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Miami
6
109.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
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I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
116.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward Express Lanes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Express Lanes
7
126 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lehigh Acres, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Miami and Express Lanes.
Miami
105.8 mi in
|
~2h 9m
|
via I 75
Express Lanes
116.4 mi in
|
~2h 20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alligator Alley | 61 mi | 1h 5m |
| New Harvest Road | 19.3 mi | 23m |
| I 75 | 14.2 mi | 15m |
| FL 82 | 12 mi | 15m |
| Homestead Road South | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| FL 29 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Express Lanes | 3 mi | 3m |
| Richmond Avenue North | 2.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Alligator Alley
— 61 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lehigh Acres, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Richmond Avenue North
2.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Richmond Avenue North
2
Turn right onto Sunrise Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Sunrise Boulevard
3
At end of road, turn left onto Homestead Road South
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Homestead Road South
4
At end of road, turn left onto FL 82
12 mi
·
15 min
·
FL 82
5
Enter roundabout onto FL 29
26 ft
·
0 sec
·
FL 29
6
Continue on FL 29
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
FL 29
7
Turn left onto CR 29A
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
New Market Road West
8
At end of road, turn left onto FL 29
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
9
Continue on FL 29
19 mi
·
23 min
·
New Harvest Road
10
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Miami
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
Alligator Alley
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 75
Toward Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
15
Merge onto Express Lanes
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Express Lanes
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Northwest 138th Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 75
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on SR 924 Toll
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Gratigny Parkway
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn right onto SR 823
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto West 68th Street
510 ft
·
19 sec
·
West 68th Street
Use the left lane.
22
Continue on West 2nd Court
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West 2nd Court
23
Continue on West 65th Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 65th Street
24
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Palm Avenue
25
Turn left onto East 41st Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East 41st Street
26
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
504 ft
·
27 sec
·
East 2nd Avenue
27
Turn left onto East 39th Place
445 ft
·
21 sec
·
East 39th Place
28
Turn right onto East 2nd Court
182 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 2nd Court
29
Turn right onto East 39th Street
257 ft
·
11 sec
·
East 39th Street
30
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time under three hours, this trip offers great flexibility; consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour and have ample daylight for the journey. The $21 fuel budget is manageable, but it's always wise to top off your tank before departing Lehigh Acres, especially since the longest highway stretch is 61 miles. Keep an eye on your navigation as you approach Hialeah, as the "turn-heavy local drive" profile means paying attention to local road signs and turns will be key to a smooth arrival.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.8 miles from Lehigh Acres, FL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61 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 29 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.8 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lehigh Acres, 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 Lehigh Acres, FL
This is one driving day of about 129.6 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Lehigh Acres, 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 Alligator Alley for about 61 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.8 mi from Lehigh Acres, FL · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.8 miles from Lehigh Acres, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Alligator Alley if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61 miles.
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
$20.63 one way
$41.26 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $22.44 | $44.88 |
| premium | $4.72 | $24.10 | $48.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.61 | $57.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.34 | $5.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.14 | $8.29 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Hialeah, FL
Morning in Hialeah on Saturday
Local time
11:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
15 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
2h 39m 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 Lehigh Acres, FL to Hialeah, FL covers 129.6 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Alligator Alley, New Harvest Road, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 64.8 miles from Lehigh Acres, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.63 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 129.6 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 44.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 105.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lehigh Acres, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Miami and Express Lanes.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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