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Trip from Miami, FL to Saint Augustine Beach, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 46m

Distance

306.9 mi

494 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 33m ★
6 AM
5h 46m
8 AM
6h 12m
10 AM
5h 55m
12 PM
5h 53m
3 PM
5h 57m
5 PM
6h 11m
8 PM
5h 38m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States

Miami, FL

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Downtown Saint Augustine Beach, FL, FL

Saint Augustine Beach, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Miami, FL to Saint Augustine Beach, FL covers 306.9 miles and takes about 5h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, Florida's Turnpike, US 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 178.8 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $48.85 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

153.4 miles from Miami, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 178.8 mi 3h 14m
Florida's Turnpike 108.1 mi 2h
US 1 6.6 mi 7m
A1A 3.9 mi 6m
FL 206 3.9 mi 5m
A1A Beach Boulevard 1.7 mi 3m
Okeechobee Road 0.3 mi <1m
North Miami Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 178.8 mi, about 3h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Miami, FL and Saint Augustine 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 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

108 mi · 2 hr · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 53 sec
Exit 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

214 ft · 5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
11

Merge onto FL 70

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Okeechobee Road
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 95
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 95

169 mi · 3 hr 1 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 298 Toward US 1: Saint Augustine Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

206 ft · 4 sec
Toward US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes , Fort Matanzas Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17

Turn straight onto US 1

6.6 mi · 7 min · US 1
18

Turn right onto FL 206

3.9 mi · 5 min · FL 206
19

At end of road, turn left onto SR A1A

3.9 mi · 6 min · SR A1A
20

Turn slight right

250 ft · 10 sec
21

Turn straight onto A1A Beach Boulevard

1.7 mi · 3 min · A1A Beach Boulevard
22

Turn right onto 9th Street

482 ft · 21 sec · 9th Street
23

Arrive at destination

9th Street

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 153.4 miles from Miami, FL, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.8 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 68 miles or 1h 19m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 153.4 miles or 2h 54m 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 40m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Augustine 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 306.9 miles and 5h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 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 95 for about 178.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Saint Lucie, FL

153 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

Lake Worth Corridor, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palm Bay, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 153.4 miles from Miami, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 178.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

St. Augustine, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 306.9

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+19044609311

Visit website

FunDimension Game Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Miami, Florida

1.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

The Kookaburra Dondi

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Augustine, Florida

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 306.9

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+19042099391

Visit website

Sunrise Brew Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St. Augustine, Florida

2.5 mi

Café Eleven Restaurant & Catering

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+19044609311

Visit website

FunDimension Game Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+17863601766

Visit website

Sunday

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+19044818825

Visit website

The Kookaburra Dondi

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+19042099391

Visit website

Sunrise Brew Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19046891213

Visit website

Sweetwater Coffee Bar and Gallery

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19046151653

Visit website

Myth & Legend

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Visit website

Cornerstone Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+16155162595

Visit website

Flamingo Coffee Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

Visit website

Whetstone Chocolates Store and Tasting Tour

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 9:45 am–5:30 pm

+19042170275

Visit website

Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly's Ice Cream - King St.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 306.9

St. Augustine, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+19042170213

Visit website

Maurice A. Ferré Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13053587550

Visit website

The Horrorland Miami

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13054007000

Visit website

Little Havana Tours

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

Visit website

Paradox Museum Miami

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 12–7 pm

+13056143808

Visit website

Wynwood Walls

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 10:30 am–6:30 pm

+13055763334

Visit website

Wynwood Art Walk Tours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+13058149290

Visit website

Museum of Graffiti

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17865804678

Visit website

Sewell Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Miami, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13054161300

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 290.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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
119.8 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in

Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 152 Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
7
120.9 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
9
290.6 mi into trip | ~5h 22m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes , Fort Matanzas

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes ,...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.85 one way

$97.70 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 107 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $53.14 $106.28
premium $4.72 $57.07 $114.13
diesel $5.61 $67.76 $135.52

Estimated Tolls: $7.57

Florida's Turnpike (108.1 mi) $7.57

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

$49

Tolls

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$81–$106

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 107.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 92.1 1 $32.22 $14.73
Efficient EV 76.7 0 $26.85 $12.28
EV Truck/SUV 122.8 1 $42.97 $19.64

Gas CO2

107 kg

EV CO2

36 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Miami, FL

Afternoon in Miami on Saturday

Local time

3:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

E 12 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Destination

Saint Augustine Beach, FL

Afternoon in Saint Augustine Beach on Saturday

Local time

3:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°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

19 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 46m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

National Monument

Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour $15 near mile 306.9
View on nps.gov
Fort Matanzas National Monument

Fort Matanzas National Monument

National Monument

Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 296.3
View on nps.gov
Canaveral National Seashore

Canaveral National Seashore

National Seashore

Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour $25 near mile 222.2
View on nps.gov
Biscayne National Park

Biscayne National Park

National Park

Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...

20 mi from route ~49 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

306.9 mi in 5h 46m, mostly highway — 178.8 mi of that is on I 95.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 178.8 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. 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 19 significant decision points across 306.9 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 119.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Saint Augustine Beach, FL, road signs point toward Vero Beach, Faver Dykes and Fort Matanzas.

Vero Beach

119.8 mi in | ~2h 17m

Faver Dykes

290.6 mi in | ~5h 22m

Fort Matanzas

290.6 mi in | ~5h 22m

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 46m. Total distance: 306.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 178.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.57 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Saint Augustine Beach, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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.

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 119.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Fort Matanzas National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Saint Augustine Beach, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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