Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel
Near the start, short detour
Lutz, Florida
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+18139498299
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 41m
Distance
304.9 mi
491 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Masaryktown, FL
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Hialeah, FL
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Masaryktown to Hialeah is 304.9 miles and takes about 5h 41m via I 75, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route keeps you on major highways for most of the journey, making it a straightforward trip between central and south Florida. You'll be spending the vast majority of your time on I 75, so expect a consistent driving experience. With a recommended one-day drive, this trip is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without many 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
152.4 miles from Masaryktown, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 41m. Total distance: 304.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 90% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 270.7 miles primarily on I 75. The personality of this drive is consistent, characterized by its highway profile. Expect a steady pace as you navigate through Florida, with Broad Street and State Road 54 serving as your initial and final connectors to the interstate.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Broad Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 41 / Broad Street.
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 22 significant decision points across 304.9 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: near the start (US 41 / Broad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 99.8 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 41 / Broad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Masaryktown, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Saint Petersburg and Miami.
Saint Petersburg
Miami
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 270.7 mi | 4h 50m |
| Broad Street | 19 mi | 26m |
| State Road 54 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Express Lanes | 3 mi | 3m |
| Gratigny Parkway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Palm Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Avenue/Red Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| State Road 56 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Masaryktown, FL and Hialeah, FL.
Start on Wilson Boulevard
Turn left onto US 41
Turn left onto FL 54
Continue on FL 56
Continue on FL 56
Turn slight right
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75
Take the exit
Merge onto Express Lanes
Take the exit
Merge onto I 75
Continue on SR 924 Toll
Take the exit
Turn right onto SR 823
Turn left onto West 68th Street
Continue on West 2nd Court
Continue on West 65th Street
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
Turn left onto East 41st Street
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
Turn left onto East 39th Place
Turn right onto East 2nd Court
Turn right onto East 39th Street
Arrive at destination
Given the 5h 41m estimated duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid heavier traffic. The longest stretch on I 75 is over 270 miles, so plan for a fuel and rest stop around the halfway point to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer, less populated sections of the interstate, as services can be spaced out.
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.
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 67 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.4 miles or 2h 52m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Masaryktown, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Masaryktown, FL
This is one driving day of about 304.9 miles and 5h 41m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 152.4 mi from Masaryktown, FL · 2h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 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.
A short stop after about 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 152.4 miles from Masaryktown, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 270.7 miles.
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.
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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Lutz, Florida
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+18139498299
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii
Lutz, Florida
Top Coffee Stop
Lutz, Florida
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 8 am–4 pm
+18132526556
Latte Vino
Lutz, Florida
Near the start, short detour
Lutz, Florida
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+18139498299
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lutz, Florida
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+18139492428
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Land O' Lakes, Florida
Hours: 6 am–5 pm
+17276017816
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Lutz, Florida
Hours: 8 am–4 pm
+18132526556
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lutz, Florida
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+18133889452
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Spring Hill, Florida
Hours: 7 am–6 pm
+13522771279
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Hours: 7 am–11 pm
+18139480807
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Land O' Lakes, Florida
Hours: 8 am–3 pm
+18137232223
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Punta Gorda, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Venice, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Venice, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Venice, Florida
+18555675853
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Venice, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336224743
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Port Charlotte, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Fort Myers, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hialeah, Florida
+13056858389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Fort Myers, Florida
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
Near the end, short detour
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+13058490135
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Davie, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm
+19542804359
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~10 min detour
Sarasota, Florida
Hours: 12–4 pm
+19413716377
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Miami, Florida
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+13056385800
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Plantation, Florida
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+19544522558
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Tampa, Florida
+18136274225
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
National Park
Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Regular Gas
$48.53 one way
$97.06 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $52.79 | $105.59 |
| premium | $4.72 | $56.69 | $113.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.32 | $134.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91.5 | 1 | $32.01 | $14.64 |
| Efficient EV | 76.2 | 0 | $26.68 | $12.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122 | 1 | $42.69 | $19.51 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Masaryktown on Saturday
Local time
2:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Hialeah on Saturday
Local time
2:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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