Origin
Miami, FL
Afternoon in Miami on Saturday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami, FL to Bunnell, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 12m
Distance
278.4 mi
448 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 59m
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6 AM
5h 13m
8 AM
5h 40m
10 AM
5h 22m
12 PM
5h 19m
3 PM
5h 23m
5 PM
5h 38m
8 PM
5h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami, FL
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Bunnell, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Miami, FL to Bunnell, FL covers 278.4 miles and takes about 5h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, I 95 North, SR 826 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.31 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
139.2 miles from Miami, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
| SR 826 West | — | — |
| Florida's Turnpike | — | — |
| FL 70 | — | — |
| FL 70 East | — | — |
| Okeechobee Road | — | — |
| US 1 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Bunnell, FL.
1
Start on North Miami Avenue
499 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Miami Avenue
2
Take the ramp slight right toward I 95
472 ft
·
11 sec
·
I 95
3
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 North
4
Merge slight right
2.1 mi
·
2 min
5
Keep slight right
7.8 mi
·
9 min
6
Take the exit slight left toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
7
Keep slight left to continue on Florida's Turnpike
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike
8
Merge slight right onto Florida's Turnpike
108 mi
·
2 hr
·
Florida's Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
10
Keep slight right to continue on FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
213 ft
·
5 sec
·
FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
11
Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 95
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 95
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Daytona Beach
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 North: Daytona Beach
14
Merge slight left
145 mi
·
2 hr 35 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Ormond Beach, Bunnell
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1: Ormond Beach, Bunnell
16
Turn right onto US Highway 1
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
US Highway 1
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
the route
18
Exit the roundabout
5.6 mi
·
7 min
19
Arrive at your destination
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 139.2 miles from Miami, FL, or about 2h 36m 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 61 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.2 miles or 2h 36m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bunnell, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miami, 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, FL
This is one driving day of about 278.4 miles and 5h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Miami, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
139 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 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 139.2 miles from Miami, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.31 one way
$88.63 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $48.20 | $96.41 |
| premium | $4.72 | $51.77 | $103.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $61.47 | $122.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.5 | 1 | $29.23 | $13.36 |
| Efficient EV | 69.6 | 0 | $24.36 | $11.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111.4 | 1 | $38.98 | $17.82 |
Gas CO2
97 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.
Destination
Bunnell, FL
Afternoon in Bunnell on Saturday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
10 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
5h 12m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
278.4 mi in 5h 12m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 12m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Miami, FL to Bunnell, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Miami, FL
Full guide →“The Magic City” · Founded 1825
Miami is a major city in the southeastern United States and the second most populous city in Florida. The Greater Miami metropolitan area is the largest in the state with an estimated population just under 6.1 million (2021), which makes it the 9th most populous metro area in the United States. Although tourists generally consider Miami Beach to be part of Miami, it is its own municipality. Miami Beach sits on a barrier island east of Miami and Biscayne Bay. It is home to lots of beach resorts, and is one of the most popular spring break party destinations in the world. This article only covers the city of Miami, not Miami Beach.
Top landmarks
- • Little Havana — neighborhood in Miami, Florida
- • Vizcaya Museum and Gardens — historic estate on Biscayne Bay; Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, Florida
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 12m. Total distance: 278.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Miami, FL to Bunnell, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Bunnell, FL before the return drive.
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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