Origin
North Miami Beach, FL
Evening in North Miami Beach on Wednesday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Miami Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
12m
Distance
6.9 mi
11 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Miami Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from North Miami Beach to Hollywood, Florida, you are in for a very quick trip. Spanning just 6.9 miles, this route typically takes about 12 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You will navigate via I-95, Hollywood Boulevard, and Northeast 18th Avenue to reach your destination. With a fuel cost estimate of only $1, it is an incredibly budget-friendly drive. Because this trip is so short, you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated planning. It is a straightforward connection between two points in the same Florida region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.5 miles from North Miami Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that blends highway efficiency with local street navigation. You will spend roughly 37% of your travel time on the highway, specifically tackling a 2.5-mile stretch on I-95, which serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. The transition from interstate speeds to the surface streets of Hollywood Boulevard provides a quick change of pace behind the wheel. While the interstate portion allows for a bit of speed, the remaining mileage requires you to adjust to local road conditions. This combination keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind, even though the total duration is quite brief.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 2.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near Highland Lakes Boulevard.
Route Complexity
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 6.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 12m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Highland Lakes Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Ives Dairy Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Highland Lakes Boulevard
Turn left onto Highland Lakes Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Ives Dairy Road
Turn left onto Ives Dairy Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
7
5.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
7
6.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 18th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 19th Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 199th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Highland Lakes Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 18th Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ives Dairy Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 2.5 mi, about 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Miami Beach, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on Northeast 171st Street
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
Northeast 171st Street
2
Turn left onto Northeast 19th Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 19th Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Northeast 18th Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Northeast 18th Road
4
Continue on Northeast 18th Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 18th Avenue
5
Continue on Northeast 199th Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Northeast 199th Street
6
Turn left onto Highland Lakes Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Highland Lakes Boulevard
7
Turn left onto Ives Dairy Road
406 ft
·
16 sec
·
Ives Dairy Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto SR 820
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on SR 820
391 ft
·
5 sec
·
SR 820
13
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14
Arrive at destination
SR 820
Trip Plan
Since your travel time is limited to 12 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure schedule. You do not need to worry about pacing stops, as the distance is short enough that you can easily head straight to your destination without needing a break. Keep a close watch on traffic patterns when merging onto I-95, as even short interstate segments can experience congestion depending on the time of day. Because your fuel budget is just $1, you can comfortably make this trip without needing to scout for gas stations along the way. Use the brevity of this drive to your advantage by planning your arrival time precisely, as you will not be contending with long-haul fatigue.
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 3.5 miles from North Miami Beach, FL, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.5 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 6.9 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.5 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving North Miami Beach, FL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Miami Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 6.9 miles and 12m.
At 6.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 2.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.5 mi from North Miami Beach, FL · 8m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 6.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.5 miles from North Miami Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hollywood, FL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hollywood, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.10 one way
$2.20 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.19 | $2.39 |
| premium | $4.72 | $1.28 | $2.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Hollywood, FL
Evening in Hollywood on Wednesday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
12m 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 North Miami Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL covers 6.9 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Hollywood Boulevard, Northeast 18th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.5 miles from North Miami Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.10 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 short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 6.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 12m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Highland Lakes Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (Ives Dairy Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North Miami Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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