Origin
Palm Springs, FL
Evening in Palm Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palm Springs, FL to Miami, FL
Drive Time
22m
Distance
12.1 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Springs, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Palm Springs to Miami, this 12.1-mile journey is a straightforward commute. You can expect to spend about 22 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route will primarily utilize Airport Expressway, West 4th Avenue, and Okeechobee Road. Budgeting roughly $2 for fuel should easily cover the distance for this short hop. Since both locations are within Florida, you will remain in a familiar region throughout the transit. It is a highly efficient trip that serves as a practical connection between these two points.
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
6.1 miles from Palm Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, balancing local navigation with brief highway segments. With a 34% highway share, you will spend most of your time on local roads rather than high-speed interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 2.9-mile run on the Airport Expressway, which provides a moment of steady pace. As you move from the residential feel of Palm Springs toward the urban environment of Miami, the road character shifts accordingly. You should be prepared for changing traffic patterns as you transition between the expressway and the local avenues.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Airport Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 2.9 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 3.3 miles in near US 27 / Okeechobee Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 12.1 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 3.3 miles (US 27 / Okeechobee Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (US 27 / Okeechobee Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 27 / Okeechobee Road
Merge onto US 27 / Okeechobee Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
5.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 27 / Okeechobee Road
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27 / Okeechobee Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
8.5 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Downtown
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.
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Fort Lauderdale,...
9
8.7 mi into trip
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~15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Fort Lauderdale,...
8
10.7 mi into trip
|
~18m 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 Along This Route
Between Palm Springs, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Orlando, Downtown and Port Of Miami.
Orlando
8.5 mi in
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~15m
Downtown
8.5 mi in
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~15m
Port Of Miami
10.7 mi in
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~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Expressway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| West 4th Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Okeechobee Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| I 95 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West 49th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northwest 8th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 8th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Airport Expressway
— 2.9 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Springs, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on West 8th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
West 8th Avenue
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto SR 932
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 49th Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto SR 823
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West 4th Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto US 27
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Okeechobee Road
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 27
428 ft
·
11 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward SR 112 Toll East: Miami Beach
7
Merge onto SR 112 Toll
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Airport Expressway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
515 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Downtown
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Downtown
11
Merge onto I 95
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is such a brief 22-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about pacing stops or planning for rest breaks, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep in mind that traffic can fluctuate on Airport Expressway, so checking real-time conditions before you pull out of your driveway is a smart move. Since fuel costs are minimal at around $2, you can easily top off your tank at either end of the trip. Focus on navigating the turns between West 4th Avenue and Okeechobee Road to ensure a smooth arrival in Miami.
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 6.1 miles from Palm Springs, FL, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.9 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 12.1 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.1 miles or 11m 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 Miami, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Palm Springs, 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 Palm Springs, FL
This is one driving day of about 12.1 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Palm Springs, 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 Airport Expressway for about 2.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.1 mi from Palm Springs, FL · 11m 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 12.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.1 miles from Palm Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.02 one way
$4.04 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
| premium | $4.90 | $2.33 | $4.66 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.69 | $5.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 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 | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
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
Miami, FL
Evening in Miami on Sunday
Local time
6:38 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 Palm Springs, FL to Miami, FL covers 12.1 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Airport Expressway, West 4th Avenue, Okeechobee Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.1 miles from Palm Springs, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.02 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 14 significant decision points across 12.1 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 3.3 miles (US 27 / Okeechobee Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles (US 27 / Okeechobee Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Palm Springs, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Orlando, Downtown and Port Of Miami.
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