Origin
Palm Coast, FL
Morning in Palm Coast on Friday
Local time
9:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
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Trip from Palm Coast, FL to Miramar, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 5m
Distance
270.7 mi
436 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 52m
★
6 AM
5h 6m
8 AM
5h 33m
10 AM
5h 15m
12 PM
5h 12m
3 PM
5h 16m
5 PM
5h 31m
8 PM
4h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Coast, FL
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Trip Overview
This 270.7-mile drive from Palm Coast, Florida, to Miramar, Florida, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 5 minutes. Your journey will primarily utilize I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a brief section on Florida Park Drive North, ensuring a 97% highway experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $43, this route offers a straightforward path through Florida. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 159.6 miles on I-95, so be prepared for extended periods of highway driving. It's a practical option for those looking to cover distance efficiently within the state.
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
135.4 miles from Palm Coast, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 5m. Total distance: 270.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 97% of the 270.7 miles on major interstates like I-95 and Florida's Turnpike. This means you'll experience a consistent pace for most of your 5-hour journey. The most significant uninterrupted segment is a 159.6-mile stretch on I-95, so settle in for a long run on this particular road. While the profile is largely highway, the inclusion of Florida Park Drive North offers a brief change of scenery before you rejoin the main thoroughfares. The drive progresses with minimal deviations from high-speed travel.
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 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 159.6 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 163.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 270.7 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 163.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
163.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 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
7
164 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m 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
8
164.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m 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
7
267.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 57m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
6
269 mi into trip
|
~5h in
|
Southwest 72nd Avenue
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Palm Coast, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Fort Pierce
163.5 mi in
|
~3h
Miami
164.8 mi in
|
~3h 3m
Florida's Turnpike South
164.8 mi in
|
~3h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 159.6 mi | 2h 51m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 102.2 mi | 1h 52m |
| Florida Park Drive North | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 72nd Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Palm Coast Parkway West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Okeechobee Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Palm Harbor Parkway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 159.6 mi, about 2h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Coast, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on Collingwood Lane
64 ft
·
7 sec
·
Collingwood Lane
2
Turn left onto Cimmaron Drive
213 ft
·
11 sec
·
Cimmaron Drive
3
Turn right onto Palm Harbor Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Palm Harbor Parkway
4
Turn left onto Florida Park Drive North
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Florida Park Drive North
5
Turn right onto Palm Coast Parkway West
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Palm Coast Parkway West
6
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
Merge onto I 95
160 mi
·
2 hr 51 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
102 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto SR 820
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Southwest 72nd Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto SR 824
444 ft
·
19 sec
·
Pembroke Road
18
Turn right onto West Arcadia Drive
527 ft
·
25 sec
·
West Arcadia Drive
19
At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street
158 ft
·
12 sec
·
Tropicana Street
20
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bahama Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour, 270.7-mile trip, starting early is recommended to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach South Florida. Given the 97% highway profile and a longest stretch of 159.6 miles, plan for one substantial stop about halfway through your drive to stretch and refuel. The estimated fuel cost is $43, so ensure your tank is full before departing Palm Coast. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility, but being mindful of the long highway stretches on I-95 will help you manage your energy. Keep an eye out for potential construction zones as you near Miramar.
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 135.4 miles from Palm Coast, FL, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.6 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 135.4 miles or 2h 30m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miramar, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Palm Coast, 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 Palm Coast, FL
This is one driving day of about 270.7 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Palm Coast, 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 159.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.4 mi from Palm Coast, FL · 2h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.4 miles from Palm Coast, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 159.6 miles.
Arriving in Miramar, FL
The final approach into Miramar, 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 Miramar, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.09 one way
$86.18 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $46.87 | $93.74 |
| premium | $4.72 | $50.34 | $100.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.77 | $119.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.16
Florida's Turnpike
(102.2 mi)
$7.16
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
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.7 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 | 81.2 | 1 | $28.42 | $12.99 |
| Efficient EV | 67.7 | 0 | $23.69 | $10.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.3 | 1 | $37.90 | $17.32 |
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.
Destination
Miramar, FL
Morning in Miramar on Friday
Local time
9:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 5m 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 Palm Coast, FL to Miramar, FL covers 270.7 miles and takes about 5h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Florida's Turnpike, Florida Park Drive North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.4 miles from Palm Coast, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.09 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 19 significant decision points across 270.7 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 163.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Palm Coast, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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