Origin
Miami, FL
Late night in Miami on Friday
Local time
2:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami, FL to Hendry County, FL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
103.5 mi
167 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 28m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 22m
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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Hendry County, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Miami, FL to Hendry County, FL covers 103.5 miles and takes about 2h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Sam Jones Trail, Josie Billie Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.9 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.47 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.7 miles from Miami, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 103.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Miami, FL to Hendry County, FL covers 103.5 miles and takes about 2h 28m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 15 significant decision points across 103.5 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 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 North
7
10.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 12A
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
8
22.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 54
Toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
8
22.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 84 West, I 595 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 84 West, I 595 West
7
23.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 595 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 595 West
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Miami, FL and Hendry County, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike and Cr 833 North: Snake Road North.
Florida's Turnpike
11.3 mi in
|
~15m
Cr 833 North: Snake Road North
63.7 mi in
|
~1h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 30.9 mi | 33m |
| Sam Jones Trail | 20.6 mi | 35m |
| Josie Billie Highway | 13 mi | 21m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| I 95 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Snake Road | 6 mi | 15m |
| North Miami Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 30.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Hendry County, FL.
1
Start on North Miami Avenue
499 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 95
Use the slight right lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North
Use the slight right lane.
4
Merge onto I 95
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12A
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Use the slight left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 54
Toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 84 West, I 595 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 595 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 595
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 75
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 49
Toward CR 833: Snake Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
263 ft
·
7 sec
Toward CR 833 North: Snake Road North
16
Turn straight onto CR 833
6.0 mi
·
15 min
·
Snake Road
17
Continue on CR 833; BIA 1281
13 mi
·
21 min
·
Josie Billie Highway
18
Continue on CR 833
21 mi
·
35 min
·
Sam Jones Trail
19
Arrive at destination
CR 833
Trip Plan
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 51.7 miles from Miami, FL, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.9 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 23 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.7 miles or 1h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hendry County, 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.
+
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 Miami, FL
This is one driving day of about 103.5 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Miami, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 30.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.7 mi from Miami, FL · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.7 miles from Miami, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hendry County, FL
The final approach into Hendry County, 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 Hendry County, 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
$16.47 one way
$32.95 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $17.92 | $35.84 |
| premium | $4.72 | $19.25 | $38.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.85 | $45.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.73
Florida's Turnpike
(10.5 mi)
$0.73
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.87 | $4.97 |
| Efficient EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.49 | $6.62 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Hendry County, FL
Late night in Hendry County on Friday
Local time
2:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Sunshine Ranches, FL
52 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
10 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 28m 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, FL to Hendry County, FL covers 103.5 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Sam Jones Trail, Josie Billie Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.7 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 $16.47 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 103.5 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 0.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Miami, FL and Hendry County, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike and Cr 833 North: Snake Road North.
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