Origin
Seminole, FL
Afternoon in Seminole on Sunday
Local time
4:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seminole, FL to Miami, FL
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
280.4 mi
451 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
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6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seminole, FL
Connor Scott McManus
Miami, FL
Larry Milligan
Trip Overview
Spanning 280.4 miles, your journey from Seminole to Miami takes approximately 4 hours and 11 minutes of driving time. Because this route is entirely composed of local roads rather than interstate highways, it functions best as a focused day trip rather than a multi-day excursion. You should budget roughly $46 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Florida locations. While the drive is manageable in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the route requires your full attention behind the wheel. It is a practical path for travelers prioritizing local navigation over high-speed interstate transit, though it demands more active driving than a standard highway route.
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
140.2 miles from Seminole, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route maintains a 0% highway share throughout the entire 280.4-mile trip. You will navigate through various local corridors, including Park Boulevard North, Seminole Boulevard, and Bay Pines Boulevard North. Because the longest stretch on any single road—Park Boulevard North—is 0 miles, you will be frequently transitioning between streets rather than settling into a long cruise. This creates a personality defined by constant maneuvering rather than high-speed travel. Be prepared for a driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Park Boulevard North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 11m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Seminole, FL to Miami, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Park Boulevard North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Seminole Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bay Pines Boulevard North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tyrone Boulevard North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 5th Avenue North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 31st Street North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Sunshine Skyway Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Park Boulevard North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seminole, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on Park Boulevard North
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Park Boulevard North
2
Continue on Park Boulevard North
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Park Boulevard North
3
Turn right onto Seminole Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Seminole Boulevard
4
Keep slight right to continue on Bay Pines Boulevard North
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Bay Pines Boulevard North
5
Continue on Tyrone Boulevard North
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Tyrone Boulevard North
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto 5th Avenue North
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
5th Avenue North
7
Turn right onto 31st Street North
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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31st Street North
8
Take the ramp slight right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge slight right
4.9 mi
·
5 min
10
Keep slight left
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
11
Merge slight right onto Sunshine Skyway Bridge
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Naples
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75 South: Naples
13
Merge slight left
28 mi
·
30 min
14
Keep slight left
181 mi
·
3 hr 14 min
15
Keep slight right to continue on Port Everglades Expressway
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
16
Take the exit slight right toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
17
Turn straight onto FL 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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FL 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami
18
Take the ramp slight right toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
19
Keep slight left to continue on Miami, Florida's Turnpike
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Miami, Florida's Turnpike
20
Keep slight left to continue on Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
21
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
23
Keep slight left to continue on I 95, US 441
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95, US 441
24
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 95 South
25
Merge slight left
9.0 mi
·
11 min
26
Take the exit slight right toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
27
Continue on Northwest 3rd Court
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Northwest 3rd Court
28
Turn left onto Northwest 5th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 5th Street
29
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
North Miami Avenue
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since you are navigating a route entirely composed of local roads, plan for a steady pace that accounts for frequent turns and intersections. Scheduling at least one stop is essential to break up the 4-hour and 11-minute duration and keep you refreshed. Aim to depart early in the day to avoid peak traffic congestion common on local thoroughfares, which can easily extend your travel time. Keep your $46 fuel budget handy and monitor your gas levels before heading out, as local road driving can vary in efficiency compared to steady highway cruising. Given the turn-heavy nature of this specific route, verify your navigation settings to ensure you are comfortable with the frequent course adjustments required along the way.
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 140.2 miles from Seminole, FL, or about 2h 5m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.2 miles or 2h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 26m
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 Seminole, 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 Seminole, FL
This is one driving day of about 280.4 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Seminole, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.2 mi from Seminole, FL · 2h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
140 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 140.2 miles from Seminole, 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
$46.84 one way
$93.68 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $50.74 | $101.47 |
| premium | $4.90 | $54.05 | $108.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.30 | $124.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.1 | 1 | $29.44 | $13.46 |
| Efficient EV | 70.1 | 0 | $24.53 | $11.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.2 | 1 | $39.26 | $17.95 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Miami, FL
Afternoon in Miami on Sunday
Local time
4:47 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
3 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
4h 11m 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 Seminole, FL to Miami, FL covers 280.4 miles and takes about 4h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Park Boulevard North, Seminole Boulevard, Bay Pines Boulevard North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.2 miles from Seminole, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.84 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 straightforward 4h 11m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Seminole, FL to Miami, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Seminole, FL to Miami, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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