Origin
Miami, FL
Afternoon in Miami on Sunday
Local time
4:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miami, FL to Redington Beach, FL
Drive Time
5h 12m
Distance
273.4 mi
440 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 59m
★
6 AM
5h 12m
8 AM
5h 39m
10 AM
5h 22m
12 PM
5h 19m
3 PM
5h 23m
5 PM
5h 38m
8 PM
5h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
Traveling from Miami to Redington Beach covers 273.4 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 12 minutes of drive time. You will spend the vast majority of your journey on major arteries, specifically utilizing Florida's Turnpike and I-75 to head toward the Gulf Coast. Given the duration, this trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, though you should budget approximately $46 for fuel. Because this is a highway-focused route, it is best suited for those who prioritize efficiency over scenic detours. You are essentially crossing from the Atlantic coast to the Gulf side, making for a straightforward transit across the Florida peninsula.
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
136.7 miles from Miami, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is defined by its high-speed efficiency, with 89% of your journey occurring on major highways. You should prepare for a consistent interstate experience, highlighted by a significant 209.2-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-75. While the drive is largely a functional grind, the character shifts noticeably as you approach the coast. Crossing the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge provides a distinct change of pace from the monotonous stretches of inland highway. Expect a steady, fast-moving environment that demands your attention but rewards you with a direct path to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 209.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sunshine Skyway Bridge. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 273.4 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 11.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 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
7
11.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike
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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 209.2 mi | 3h 44m |
| Sunshine Skyway Bridge | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 10.5 mi | 12m |
| I 95 | 9.8 mi | 12m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| I 275 | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Tyrone Boulevard North | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| 5th Avenue North | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 209.2 mi, about 3h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Redington Beach, 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 none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
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
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 75
209 mi
·
3 hr 44 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto I 275
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 275
Exit 228
Toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
16
Merge onto I 275; US 19
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 20
Toward 31st Street South
Use the slight left lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
161 ft
·
9 sec
Toward Winery, Treasure Island, Tropicana Field
19
Turn left onto 31st Street South
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
31st Street South
20
Turn left onto FL 595
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
5th Avenue North
Use the none lane.
21
Turn right onto US-19 ALT
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Tyrone Boulevard North
Use the none lane.
22
Continue on US-19 ALT
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Bay Pines Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn slight left
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
Toward SR 666: Madeira Beach, Redington Beach
24
Continue on FL 666
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Tom Suart Causeway
25
Continue on FL 666
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Tom Stuart Causeway
Use the left / straight lanes.
26
Turn right onto FL 699
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Gulf Boulevard
Use the right lane.
27
Arrive at destination
FL 699
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth trip, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest congestion on the major turnpikes. Since the route is heavily weighted toward highway travel, you only need to plan for one major stop to refuel and stretch your legs, keeping your $46 gas budget in mind. Be mindful of traffic patterns when transitioning between the turnpike and I-75, as these interchanges can become busy. Because this is a relatively short 5-hour drive, you have the flexibility to reach Redington Beach by the afternoon without needing an overnight stay. Pay close attention to wind conditions when you reach the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, as it is the most exposed portion of your entire drive.
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 136.7 miles from Miami, FL, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 209.2 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.7 miles or 2h 33m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redington Beach, 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 273.4 miles and 5h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 209.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.7 mi from Miami, FL · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.7 miles from Miami, 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 209.2 miles.
Arriving in Redington Beach, FL
The final approach into Redington Beach, 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 Redington Beach, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.67 one way
$91.34 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $49.47 | $98.94 |
| premium | $4.90 | $52.70 | $105.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.74 | $121.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.73
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
(14.3 mi)
$1.00
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
$46
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82 | 1 | $28.71 | $13.12 |
| Efficient EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.92 | $10.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.28 | $17.50 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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
Redington Beach, FL
Afternoon in Redington Beach on Sunday
Local time
4:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
8 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
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Miami, FL to Redington Beach, FL covers 273.4 miles and takes about 5h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Florida's Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.7 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 $45.67 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 273.4 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 11.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Miami, FL to Redington Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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