Ormond-by-the-Sea to Miami is 270.1 miles and takes about 5 hours 10 minutes via I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within Florida for its entirety, making it a straightforward journey down the Atlantic coast. Expect a mostly highway-focused drive, so pack some good audiobooks or podcasts to keep you company. It's a direct route, ideal if you want to get from point A to point B efficiently without extensive detours.
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
135 miles from Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 34m into the drive
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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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 10m. Total distance: 270.1 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 (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 147.2 miles on I 95, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While the core of the journey is on fast-moving highways, there's a brief mention of East Granada Boulevard, suggesting a short transition onto local roads. Overall, anticipate a driving experience characterized by speed and efficiency rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 147.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 148.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 17 significant decision points across 270.1 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 148.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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148.2 mi into trip|~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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.
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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148.7 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
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149.5 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
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259.5 mi into trip|~4h 54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
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268.7 mi into trip|~5h 6m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
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.
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce and Florida's Turnpike South.
Fort Pierce
148.2 mi in|~2h 48m
Florida's Turnpike South
149.5 mi in|~2h 51m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
147.2 mi
2h 40m
Florida's Turnpike
108.4 mi
1h 59m
East Granada Boulevard
5.1 mi
10m
Ocean Shore Boulevard
4.3 mi
8m
North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Okeechobee Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
1m
Granada Boulevard
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 147.2 mi, about 2h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on SR A1A
4.3 mi·8 min·Ocean Shore Boulevard
2
Turn right onto FL 40
0.3 mi·45 sec·Granada Boulevard
3
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 40
5.1 mi·10 min·East Granada Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward FL 40 East: Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Daytona Beach
5
Merge onto I 95
138 mi·2 hr 28 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
11
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
108 mi·1 hr 59 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 SouthUse the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi·11 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 3BToward Northwest 8th Street, Port of MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour 10-minute duration, starting your drive in Ormond-by-the-Sea in the morning is your best bet to arrive in Miami with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your break strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 147.2-mile stretch on I 95, and be aware that Florida's Turnpike often has higher tolls than other highways. This is a single-day trip, so the flexibility of a one-day drive means you can depart on your schedule.
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 135 miles from Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 147.2 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 59 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135 miles or 2h 34m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ormond-by-the-Sea, 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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
This is one driving day of about 270.1 miles and 5h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Ormond-by-the-Sea, 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 147.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135 mi from Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
· 2h 34m into the drive
The midpoint is around 135 miles from Ormond-by-the-Sea, 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 147.2 miles.
Arriving in Miami, FL
The final approach into Miami, 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 Miami, 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.
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...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
$25
near mile 46.6
Caution: Pavement Project- Playalinda District
Park Closure: Limited Access to Apollo District Parking Lots 2 and 3
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
near mile 270.1
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.99 one way
$85.99 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg95 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$46.77
$93.54
premium
$4.72
$50.22
$100.45
diesel
$5.61
$59.63
$119.27
Estimated Tolls: $7.59
Florida's Turnpike
(108.4 mi)$7.59
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
$43
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
81
1
$28.36
$12.96
Efficient EV
67.5
0
$23.63
$10.80
EV Truck/SUV
108
1
$37.81
$17.29
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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 15, 2026
Origin
Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL
Night
in Ormond-by-the-Sea on Friday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Miami, FL
Night
in Miami on Friday
Local time
9:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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 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 Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL to Miami, FL covers 270.1 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 95, Florida's Turnpike, East Granada Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135 miles from Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.99 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 17 significant decision points across 270.1 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 148.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 149.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Ormond-by-the-Sea, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce and Florida's Turnpike South.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Canaveral National Seashore, Biscayne National Park and Fort Matanzas National Monument.
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.
