Origin
Miami, FL
Morning in Miami on Monday
Local time
10:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami, FL to DeFuniak Springs, FL
Drive Time
10h 50m
Distance
597.2 mi
961 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$100
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
10h 41m
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6 AM
10h 51m
8 AM
11h 10m
10 AM
10h 58m
12 PM
10h 56m
3 PM
10h 59m
5 PM
11h 9m
8 PM
10h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
DeFuniak Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Miami, FL to DeFuniak Springs, FL covers 597.2 miles and takes about 10h 50m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on I 95, I 95 North, SR 826 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is long-distance drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $99.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
298.6 miles from Miami, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
At 597.2 miles and 10h 50m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are I 95 and I 95 North.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
At 10h 50m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 10h 50m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Miami, FL to DeFuniak Springs, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 826 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 331 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 331 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and DeFuniak Springs, FL.
1
Start on North Miami Avenue
499 ft
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17 sec
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North Miami Avenue
2
Take the ramp slight right toward I 95
472 ft
·
11 sec
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I 95
3
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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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
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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
264 mi
·
4 hr 47 min
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Florida's Turnpike
9
Keep slight left to continue on Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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Florida's Turnpike
10
Merge slight left
107 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
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I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tallahassee
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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I 10 West: Tallahassee
13
Merge slight right
211 mi
·
3 hr 46 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 331: DeFuniak Springs, Freeport
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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US 331: DeFuniak Springs, Freeport
15
Turn right onto US Highway 331 South
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US Highway 331 South
16
At the end of the road, turn right onto US Highway 90 East
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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US Highway 90 East
17
Turn right onto South 9th Street
125 ft
·
6 sec
·
South 9th Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 298.6 miles from Miami, FL, or about 5h 25m into the drive.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 131 miles or 2h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 298.6 miles or 5h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 298.6 miles or 5h 25m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near DeFuniak Springs, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Miami, FL
Aim for roughly 299 miles and 5.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into DeFuniak Springs, FL
Aim for roughly 299 miles and 5.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 131 miles from Miami, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 298.6 mi from Miami, FL · 5h 25m into the drive
First major stop
Coffee and fuel
197 mi into the route
Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch
This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.
Second major stop
Overnight candidate
394 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Gainesville, FLOvernight Options
Night 1
299 mi · about 5.4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Orlando, FL after about 299 miles or 5.4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 131 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 298.6 miles from Miami, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 299 miles or 5.4 hours on the road.
Final-third reset
Rest stopPlan one more short stretch-and-water break in the final third of the drive so the last arrival window feels easier.
Arriving in DeFuniak Springs, FL
The final approach into DeFuniak Springs, 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 DeFuniak Springs, FL.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach DeFuniak Springs, FL with some flexibility left in the schedule.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$99.76 one way
$199.52 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
209 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $108.06 | $216.12 |
| premium | $4.90 | $115.11 | $230.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $132.68 | $265.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$100
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$230–$340
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 208.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $63 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 179.2 | 2 | $62.71 | $28.67 |
| Efficient EV | 149.3 | 1 | $52.26 | $23.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 238.9 | 2 | $83.61 | $38.22 |
Gas CO2
209 kg
EV CO2
70 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
DeFuniak Springs, FL
Morning in DeFuniak Springs on Monday
Local time
9:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
85°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
14 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
10h 50m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Miami, FL to DeFuniak Springs, FL covers 597.2 miles and takes about 10h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 95 North, SR 826 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 299 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 298.6 miles from Miami, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $99.76 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 10h 50m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Miami, FL to DeFuniak Springs, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Miami, FL to DeFuniak Springs, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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