Trip from Miramar, FL to Carrollwood, FL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

5h 10m

Distance

274.3 mi

441 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 57m ★

6 AM

5h 10m

8 AM

5h 37m

10 AM

5h 20m

12 PM

5h 17m

3 PM

5h 21m

5 PM

5h 36m

8 PM

5h 2m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Miramar, FL to Carrollwood, FL covers 274.3 miles and takes about 5h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, Miramar Parkway, Lee Roy Selmon Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 246.7 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.66 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

137.1 miles from Miramar, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 10m. Total distance: 274.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 5h 10m highway drive covering 274.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Miramar Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 246.7 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 21 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 246.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Miramar Parkway. 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 Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 274.3 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 254.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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

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

254.7 mi into trip | ~4h 39m in

Take the exit toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa

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 256 Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West...

262.7 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Take the exit toward I 4 West: Tampa International Airport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 10 Toward I 4 West: Tampa International Airport

269.3 mi into trip | ~4h 58m in

Take the exit toward Bird Street, Waters Avenue

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 49 Toward Bird Street, Waters Avenue

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 Carrollwood, FL, road signs point toward Alligator Alley, Naples, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa and Port Of Tampa.

Alligator Alley

17 mi in | ~23m | via I 75

Naples

17 mi in | ~23m | via I 75

Selmon Expressway West: Tampa

254.7 mi in | ~4h 39m

Port Of Tampa

254.7 mi in | ~4h 39m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	246.7 mi	4h 25m
Miramar Parkway	7.1 mi	11m
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway	5.6 mi	6m
I 275	3.6 mi	5m
West Busch Boulevard	1.8 mi	3m
Orange Grove Drive	0.9 mi	2m
Carrollwood Drive	0.9 mi	2m
I 4	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 246.7 mi, about 4h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Miramar, FL and Carrollwood, FL.

Start on Bahama Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Bahama Drive

Turn right onto CR 858

7.1 mi · 11 min · Miramar Parkway

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 75 North: Naples Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 75

9.0 mi · 9 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

238 mi · 4 hr 15 min · I 75

Toward Alligator Alley, Naples Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

2.4 mi · 2 min

Exit 256 Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa Use the slight right lane.

Continue on FL 618 Toll

5.6 mi · 6 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.5 mi · 2 min

Exit 10 Toward I 4 West: Tampa International Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 4

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 4

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 275 North: Ocala Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 275

3.6 mi · 5 min · I 275

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Exit 49 Toward Bird Street, Waters Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Continue on North Lamar Avenue

0.2 mi · 26 sec · North Lamar Avenue

Use the straight / left lanes.

At end of road, turn left onto East Waters Avenue

0.2 mi · 30 sec · East Waters Avenue

Turn right onto US 41 Business

0.5 mi · 53 sec · North Florida Avenue

Turn left onto FL 580

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Busch Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Orange Grove Road

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Orange Grove Road

Continue on Orange Grove Drive

0.9 mi · 2 min · Orange Grove Drive

Turn right onto Carrollwood Drive

0.7 mi · 2 min · Carrollwood Drive

Continue on Carrollwood Drive

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Carrollwood Drive

Arrive at destination

Carrollwood 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 137.1 miles from Miramar, FL, or about 2h 32m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 246.7 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 60 miles or 1h 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 137.1 miles or 2h 32m 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 Carrollwood, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Miramar, 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 Miramar, FL

This is one driving day of about 274.3 miles and 5h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 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 246.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 137.1 mi from Miramar, FL · 2h 32m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

North Port, FL

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

Bonita Springs, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Punta Gorda, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 137.1 miles from Miramar, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 246.7 miles.

Arriving in Carrollwood, FL

The final approach into Carrollwood, 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 Carrollwood, 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.

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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 227

View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.66 one way

$87.32 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$47.49	$94.99
premium	$4.72	$51.00	$102.01
diesel	$5.61	$60.56	$121.12

Estimated Tolls: $0.56

Selmon Expressway (5.6 mi) $0.56

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

$44

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 96 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	82.3	1	$28.80	$13.17
Efficient EV	68.6	0	$24.00	$10.97
EV Truck/SUV	109.7	1	$38.40	$17.56

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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Miramar, FL

Afternoon in Miramar on Thursday

Local time

4:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Carrollwood, FL

Afternoon in Carrollwood on Thursday

Local time

4:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°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

5 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 10m 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 Carrollwood, FL covers 274.3 miles and takes about 5h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, Miramar Parkway, Lee Roy Selmon Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 137.1 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 $43.66 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.

Between Miramar, FL and Carrollwood, FL, road signs point toward Alligator Alley, Naples, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa and Port Of Tampa.

Yes. Nearby national parks include De Soto National Memorial.

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Trip from Miramar, FL to Carrollwood, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Carrollwood, FL

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Miramar, FL

Carrollwood, FL

Same local time

5 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 10m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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