Origin
Miramar, FL
Evening in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Miramar, FL to Palm Springs, FL
Drive Time
22m
Distance
12.4 mi
20 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Springs, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Miramar and Palm Springs, this 12.4-mile trip is an efficient way to get across South Florida. Clocking in at just 22 minutes, the journey is easily completed in a single day, requiring no overnight stops. You will navigate primarily using Northwest 57th Avenue, the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, and West 4th Avenue/Red Road. With a fuel budget of only $2, it is a highly economical excursion for your daily commute or local errands. Since both locations are within Florida, you can expect a familiar, urbanized travel experience throughout the entire duration.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
6.2 miles from Miramar, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than settling into a monotonous interstate rhythm. While you spend about 26% of your time on the highway, much of the route relies on local surface streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 5.1 miles along Northwest 57th Avenue, providing a brief period of steady cruising before you return to the more technical segments of the trip. The transition between fast-paced highway sections and slower, turn-heavy local roads defines the personality of this 12.4-mile trek. You will need to stay alert as you maneuver through these varying road types.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest 57th Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 5.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near CR 858 / Miramar Parkway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 12.4 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 0.4 miles (CR 858 / Miramar Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (SR 817 / South University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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CR 858 / Miramar Parkway
Turn right onto CR 858 / Miramar Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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SR 817 / South University Drive
Turn left onto SR 817 / South University Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead
8
4.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward SR 823: Red Road, Northwest 57th 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 43
Toward SR 823: Red Road, Northwest 57th Avenue
7
4.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 823 South: Hialeah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward SR 823 South: Hialeah
Towns Along This Route
Between Miramar, FL and Palm Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Homestead.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
1.7 mi in
|
~3m
Homestead
1.7 mi in
|
~3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 57th Avenue | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Avenue/Red Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Miramar Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West 53rd Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South University Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bahama Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Red Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northwest 57th Avenue
— 5.1 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miramar, FL and Palm Springs, FL.
1
Start on Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bahama Drive
2
Turn right onto CR 858
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Miramar Parkway
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto SR 817
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
South University Drive
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
this road
6
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 43
Toward SR 823: Red Road, Northwest 57th Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
203 ft
·
7 sec
Toward SR 823 South: Hialeah
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 823
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Red Road
10
Continue on SR 823
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Northwest 57th Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on SR 823
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Use the straight / none lanes.
12
Turn right onto West 53rd Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 53rd Street
13
Turn right onto West 8th Avenue
163 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 8th Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
West 8th Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive takes less than half an hour, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip is short and straightforward, you likely will not need to plan for any stops along the way. Your biggest priority should be keeping an eye on the frequent turns required by the local road network, which accounts for the bulk of your 22-minute travel time. Given the low $2 fuel cost, you can focus your energy on navigating the interchanges rather than worrying about mid-trip refueling. As a specific tip, pay close attention to the transition points where you move from the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike onto the local grid, as these intersections can be the most complex parts of your drive.
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 6.2 miles from Miramar, FL, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.1 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 12.4 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.2 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Palm Springs, 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 12.4 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Miramar, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Northwest 57th Avenue for about 5.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.2 mi from Miramar, FL · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 12.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.2 miles from Miramar, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Palm Springs, FL
The final approach into Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs, 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
$2.07 one way
$4.14 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.24 | $4.49 |
| premium | $4.90 | $2.39 | $4.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.75 | $5.51 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.14
Homestead Extension
(2.3 mi)
$0.14
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
$2
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Palm Springs, FL
Evening in Palm Springs on Sunday
Local time
7:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
1 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
22m 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 Miramar, FL to Palm Springs, FL covers 12.4 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northwest 57th Avenue, Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, West 4th Avenue/Red Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.2 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 $2.07 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 9 significant decision points across 12.4 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 0.4 miles (CR 858 / Miramar Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (SR 817 / South University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Miramar, FL and Palm Springs, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Homestead.
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