Trip from Plantation, FL to Hialeah, FL

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

36m

Distance

23.8 mi

38 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min

4 AM

0h 34m ★

6 AM

0h 37m

8 AM

0h 43m

10 AM

0h 39m

12 PM

0h 38m

3 PM

0h 39m

5 PM

0h 43m

8 PM

0h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 23.8-mile journey from Plantation to Hialeah, Florida, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 36 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike, Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector, and Northwest 37th Avenue, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, this trip is budget-friendly and can be easily accomplished without an overnight stay. The drive is short enough to allow for flexibility in your schedule, making it a convenient option for local transit within the 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

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

11.9 miles from Plantation, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving profile on this route, with about 50% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 11.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike, which will likely feel like a faster-paced section. As you transition to Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector and Northwest 37th Avenue, the character of the drive will shift to more local roads. This progression means you'll experience both open-road driving and more urban navigation as you approach your destination.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 11.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 8 Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (8 Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 8 Street

Turn right onto 8 Street

Navigation decision point

6

0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard

Turn right onto SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

5

2 mi into trip | ~4m in | Florida's Turnpike

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

8

13.8 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the exit toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2X Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadiu...

5

14.5 mi into trip | ~19m in | Northwest 199th Street

Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / right lanes.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Plantation, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami and Hard Rock Stadium.

Florida's Turnpike South: Miami

1.3 mi in | ~3m

Hard Rock Stadium

13.8 mi in | ~18m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	11.8 mi	13m
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector	2.8 mi	4m
Northwest 37th Avenue	2.6 mi	4m
Northwest 199th Street	1.8 mi	2m
West Sunrise Boulevard	0.8 mi	1m
East 8th Avenue	0.7 mi	1m
East 4th Avenue	0.6 mi	1m
East 49th Street	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 11.8 mi, about 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Plantation, FL and Hialeah, FL.

1

Start on Garden Court

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Garden Court

2

Turn right onto 8 Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · 8 Street

3

Turn right onto Northwest 65th Avenue

0.2 mi · 32 sec · Northwest 65th Avenue

4

Turn right onto SR 838

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Sunrise Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

5

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami

6

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

12 mi · 13 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 2X Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium Use the slight right lane.

8

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 21 sec · this road

9

Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street

1.8 mi · 2 min · Northwest 199th Street

Use the left / right lanes.

10

Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue

2.6 mi · 4 min · Northwest 37th Avenue

11

Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector

2.8 mi · 4 min · Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector

12

Continue on SR 953

0.7 mi · 1 min · East 8th Avenue

13

Turn right onto SR 932

0.5 mi · 1 min · East 49th Street

14

Turn left onto East 4th Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 4th Avenue

15

Turn right onto East 39th Street

0.2 mi · 49 sec · East 39th Street

16

Arrive at destination

East 39th Street

Trip Plan

Given the short 36-minute duration and 23.8-mile distance, this trip is best undertaken without formal stops, allowing you to reach Hialeah quickly. Aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential traffic congestion, especially on Florida's Turnpike. The fuel cost is minimal at around $4, so you won't need to worry about extensive refueling. A practical tip for this route is to monitor your GPS closely as you transition from the turnpike to the local avenues, as the change in road type can be quite abrupt.

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 11.9 miles from Plantation, FL, or about 15m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.8 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 23.8 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 11.9 miles or 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hialeah, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Plantation, 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 Plantation, FL

This is one driving day of about 23.8 miles and 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Plantation, 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 11.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 11.9 mi from Plantation, FL · 15m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Miramar, FL

12 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

Doral, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 23.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Miramar, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 11.9 miles from Plantation, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hialeah, FL

The final approach into Hialeah, 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 Hialeah, FL.

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.

Biscayne National Park

National Park

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...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour Free near mile 23.8

Caution: Boater Awareness

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.79 one way

$7.58 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$4.12	$8.24
premium	$4.72	$4.43	$8.85
diesel	$5.61	$5.25	$10.51

Estimated Tolls: $0.83

Florida's Turnpike (11.8 mi) $0.83

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

$4

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	7.1	$2.50	$1.14
Efficient EV	6	$2.08	$0.95
EV Truck/SUV	9.5	$3.33	$1.52

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 6 hours ago

Origin

Plantation, FL

Late night in Plantation on Wednesday

Local time

3:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hialeah, FL

Late night in Hialeah on Wednesday

Local time

3:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Partly Cloudy

E 6 to 14 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 4:28PM EDT until April 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 14 at 12:29PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

72°F

Miramar, FL

12 mi in

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

3 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

36m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Plantation, FL to Hialeah, FL covers 23.8 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector, Northwest 37th Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 11.9 miles from Plantation, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.79 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 23.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (8 Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Between Plantation, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami and Hard Rock Stadium.

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Trip from Plantation, FL to Hialeah, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Hialeah, FL

National Parks Near This Route

Biscayne National Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Plantation, FL

Hialeah, FL

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

36m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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