The drive from Miramar, FL to Bayonet Point, FL covers 292.6 miles and takes about 5h 43m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, US 19, Sunshine Skyway Bridge for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 219.8 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.57 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
146.3 miles from Miramar, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 42m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 43m. Total distance: 292.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 43m highway drive covering 292.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and US 19. The longest continuous stretch is about 219.8 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 219.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 19. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 20 significant decision points across 292.6 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 7.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 17 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227.9 miles (I 275): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.5 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Naples
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Naples
8
17 mi into trip|~23m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward Alligator Alley, Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward Alligator Alley, Naples
7
227.9 mi into trip|~4h 9m in|I 275
Take the exit onto I 275 toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 228
Toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
7
253.4 mi into trip|~4h 40m in
Take the exit toward 54th Avenue North Westbound
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26B
Toward 54th Avenue North Westbound
7
264.2 mi into trip|~4h 56m in
Take the exit toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay
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.
Toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Miramar, FL and Bayonet Point, FL, road signs point toward Alligator Alley, Naples, 54Th Avenue North Westbound and Gulf To Bay.
Alligator Alley
17 mi in|~23m|via I 75
Naples
17 mi in|~23m|via I 75
54Th Avenue North Westbound
253.4 mi in|~4h 40m
Gulf To Bay
264.2 mi in|~4h 56m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
219.8 mi
3h 55m
US 19
21.6 mi
34m
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
19.5 mi
22m
US Highway 19 North
12 mi
16m
Miramar Parkway
7.1 mi
11m
I 275
5.7 mi
7m
US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
1.6 mi
3m
54th Avenue North
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 219.8 mi, about 3h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miramar, FL and Bayonet Point, FL.
1
Start on Bahama Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·Bahama Drive
2
Turn right onto CR 858
7.1 mi·11 min·Miramar Parkway
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 North: NaplesUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 75
9.0 mi·9 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
211 mi·3 hr 45 min·I 75
Toward Alligator Alley, NaplesUse the slight left / straight lanes.
6
Take the exit onto I 275
5.7 mi·7 min·I 275
Exit 228Toward I 275 North: Saint PetersburgUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·19 sec
8
Merge onto I 275; US 19
19 mi·22 min·Sunshine Skyway Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 26BToward 54th Avenue North WestboundUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto 54th Avenue North
0.9 mi·1 min·54th Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto US 19
0.6 mi·1 min·34th Street North
12
Continue on US 19
9.1 mi·12 min·US Highway 19 North
Use the left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To BayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
0.4 mi·49 sec·US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward US 19 North
16
Merge onto US 19
2.9 mi·4 min·US Highway 19 North
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward Enterprise RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
1.3 mi·2 min·US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward US 19 North
20
Merge onto US 19
22 mi·34 min·US 19
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto FL 52
0.9 mi·1 min·State Road 52
22
Turn right onto Meadow Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Meadow Drive
23
Turn left onto Bell Drive
460 ft·22 sec·Bell Drive
24
Turn right onto Paige Drive
453 ft·20 sec·Paige Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Paige Drive
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 146.3 miles from Miramar, FL, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 219.8 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 64 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146.3 miles or 2h 42m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bayonet Point, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Miramar, 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 Miramar, FL
This is one driving day of about 292.6 miles and 5h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Miramar, 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 219.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 146.3 mi from Miramar, FL
· 2h 42m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 232.1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87.8
1
$30.72
$14.04
Efficient EV
73.2
0
$25.60
$11.70
EV Truck/SUV
117
1
$40.96
$18.73
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Miramar, FL
Morning
in Miramar on Friday
Local time
10:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bayonet Point, FL
Morning
in Bayonet Point on Friday
Local time
10:55 AM
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
7 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 43m 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 Miramar, FL to Bayonet Point, FL covers 292.6 miles and takes about 5h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, US 19, Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 146.3 miles from Miramar, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.57 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 20 significant decision points across 292.6 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 7.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 17 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227.9 miles (I 275): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Miramar, FL and Bayonet Point, FL, road signs point toward Alligator Alley, Naples, 54Th Avenue North Westbound and Gulf To Bay.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
