Origin
Miami Beach, FL
Afternoon in Miami Beach on Monday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Drive Time
43m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami Beach, FL
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Miami Beach to Fort Lauderdale is a quick 31.3-mile trip that typically takes about 43 minutes. Because this is a local, turn-heavy drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion rather than an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Collins Avenue, 23rd Street, and Pine Tree Drive, keeping you well away from the interstate system. With a modest fuel cost of just $5, this route is an affordable way to transition between these two prominent Florida coastal cities. It is a straightforward, practical commute for those looking to move between the regions without the need for complex planning.
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
15.6 miles from Miami Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this route is entirely local with zero highway driving. You will be navigating a turn-heavy path that requires your full attention compared to a standard interstate cruise. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches—in fact, the longest stretch on Collins Avenue is 0 miles—you should prepare for frequent adjustments and city driving conditions. The road’s personality is defined by its urban flow, making it a tactile journey that demands active steering through local streets. It is an ideal choice if you prefer staying off the high-speed highways in favor of a more direct, street-level passage.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Collins Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 Miami Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is easy. At 43m 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 Miami Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Collins Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 23rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pine Tree Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 41st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Julia Tuttle Causeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FL 842 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Collins Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami Beach, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
1
Start on Lincoln Road
20 ft
·
7 sec
·
Lincoln Road
2
Turn left onto Collins Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Collins Avenue
3
Turn left onto 23rd Street
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
23rd Street
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto Pine Tree Drive
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Tree Drive
5
Turn left onto 41st Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
41st Street
6
Continue on Julia Tuttle Causeway
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Julia Tuttle Causeway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, I 95 North: Downtown, Fort Lauderdale
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
I 95 South, I 95 North: Downtown, Fort Lauderdale
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North: Fort Lauderdale
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 North: Fort Lauderdale
9
Merge slight left
21 mi
·
26 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward FL 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
FL 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown
11
Keep slight right to continue on FL 842 East
466 ft
·
11 sec
·
FL 842 East
12
Turn right onto West Broward Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Broward Boulevard
13
Continue on East Broward Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East Broward Boulevard
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 43-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave whenever it suits your plans. You will not need to worry about long-haul pacing or multiple rest stops, as the trip is designed to be completed in one go. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your tank is ready for local stop-and-go traffic before you depart. A key tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the turns on Pine Tree Drive and Collins Avenue beforehand to stay comfortable on the local roads. By staying alert to the urban environment, you can make this quick transition between Miami Beach and Fort Lauderdale a seamless part of your day.
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 15.6 miles from Miami Beach, FL, or about 21m 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 31.3 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.6 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miami Beach, 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 Miami Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 31.3 miles and 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Miami Beach, 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 15.6 mi from Miami Beach, FL · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Miami Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The final approach into Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, 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
$5.23 one way
$10.46 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.66 | $11.33 |
| premium | $4.90 | $6.03 | $12.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.95 | $13.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Afternoon in Fort Lauderdale on Monday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
72°F
Miramar, FL
16 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 Miami Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 31.3 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Collins Avenue, 23rd Street, Pine Tree Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 miles from Miami Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.23 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 Miami Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is easy. At 43m 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 Miami Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Miami Beach, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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