Origin
Palm Springs, FL
Evening in Palm Springs on Sunday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palm Springs, FL to Miramar, FL
Drive Time
22m
Distance
12.6 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
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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 27m
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
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Palm Springs and Miramar, this 12.6-mile trip is an efficient way to get across South Florida. Expect to spend about 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, it is a budget-friendly route that avoids the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate using a mix of Northwest 57th Avenue, the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, and West 4th Avenue. Because the distance is so short, you have total flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to easily manage the drive whenever it suits your plans.
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
6.3 miles from Palm Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than cruising on autopilot. While roughly 27% of your travel occurs on the highway, much of the journey involves navigating local thoroughfares. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch on Northwest 57th Avenue, which spans 5 miles of the trip. The transition between surface streets and the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike creates a varied rhythm that requires you to stay alert at intersections. It is not an interstate grind, so anticipate frequent adjustments to your speed as you move between residential and arterial road sections.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest 57th Avenue/Red Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5 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 0.6 miles in near SR 823 / West 4th Avenue/Red Road.
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 12.6 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 0.6 miles (SR 823 / West 4th Avenue/Red Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 823 / West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Turn left onto SR 823 / West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
7.3 mi into trip
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~13m in
Turn left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
8
10.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: Northwest 27th Avenue, University Drive
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 47
Toward SR 817: Northwest 27th Avenue, Universit...
7
10.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 817 North: Miramar
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward SR 817 North: Miramar
6
11.3 mi into trip
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~19m in
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CR 858 / Miramar Parkway
Turn right onto CR 858 / Miramar Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Palm Springs, FL and Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North and Orlando.
Florida's Turnpike Toll North
7.3 mi in
|
~13m
Orlando
7.3 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 57th Avenue/Red Road | 5 mi | 9m |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Avenue/Red Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Miramar Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South University Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West 53rd Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bahama Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West 8th Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Northwest 57th Avenue/Red Road
— 5 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Springs, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on West 8th Avenue
163 ft
·
11 sec
·
West 8th Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 53rd Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 53rd Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto SR 823
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on SR 823
5.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Northwest 57th Avenue/Red Road
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 47
Toward SR 817: Northwest 27th Avenue, University Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
518 ft
·
16 sec
Toward SR 817 North: Miramar
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto SR 817
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South University Drive
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto CR 858
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Miramar Parkway
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto Bahama Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bahama Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 12.6-mile hop, you won't need to worry about planning formal stops or rest breaks. Your best approach is to check local traffic patterns before departing to ensure your time on the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike remains smooth. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the $2 estimated cost means you likely won't need to budget for a mid-trip refill. Because the route is short and direct, use your departure time to avoid peak congestion rather than worrying about pacing. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation apps ready, as the frequent turns between Northwest 57th Avenue and West 4th Avenue can be easy to miss if you aren't paying close attention.
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 6.3 miles from Palm Springs, FL, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 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 12.6 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.3 miles or 12m 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 Miramar, 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 12.6 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 Northwest 57th Avenue/Red Road for about 5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.3 mi from Palm Springs, FL · 12m 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 12.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.3 miles from Palm Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.10 one way
$4.21 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.28 | $4.56 |
| premium | $4.90 | $2.43 | $4.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.15
Homestead Extension
(2.5 mi)
$0.15
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: 4.4 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 | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
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
Miramar, FL
Evening in Miramar on Sunday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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 warmer 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 Palm Springs, FL to Miramar, FL covers 12.6 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/Red Road, 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 6.3 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 $2.10 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 12.6 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 0.6 miles (SR 823 / West 4th Avenue/Red Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.1 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 Miramar, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North and Orlando.
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