Origin
Steinhatchee, FL
Late night in Steinhatchee on Wednesday
Local time
2:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Steinhatchee, FL to Miami, FL
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
7h 31m
Distance
389.5 mi
627 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 21m
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6 AM
7h 32m
8 AM
7h 52m
10 AM
7h 39m
12 PM
7h 37m
3 PM
7h 40m
5 PM
7h 51m
8 PM
7h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Steinhatchee, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Miami, FL
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Trip Overview
This 389.5-mile journey from Steinhatchee, Florida, to Miami, Florida, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 7 hours and 31 minutes. With 99% highway travel, you'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike, US 27 Alternate, and US 19. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $62. Given the efficiency of the route, it's a manageable drive for one day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. This highway-focused route is efficient for getting you from one part of Florida to another.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
194.8 miles from Steinhatchee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 54m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 99% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 264.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike, indicating extended periods of consistent speed and minimal local traffic. While the highway infrastructure ensures a smooth pace, the character of the drive is largely about efficient travel rather than varied scenery. You'll experience a consistent driving environment for the majority of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 264.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and US 27 Alternate. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 113.7 miles in near Florida's Turnpike.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 389.5 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 113.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 378.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 379 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
113.7 mi into trip
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~2h 26m in
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Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
6
378.2 mi into trip
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~7h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 441
7
379 mi into trip
|
~7h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
8
388.1 mi into trip
|
~7h 27m 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
6
389 mi into trip
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~7h 29m in
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North Miami Avenue
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Steinhatchee, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Florida's Turnpike South
113.7 mi in
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~2h 26m
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via Florida's Turnpike
Orlando
113.7 mi in
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~2h 26m
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via Florida's Turnpike
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 264.2 mi | 4h 46m |
| US 27 Alternate | 48 mi | 1h 1m |
| US 19 | 33 mi | 44m |
| I 75 | 24.7 mi | 26m |
| I 95 | 9 mi | 11m |
| CR 358 | 6.4 mi | 11m |
| 1st Avenue South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Miami Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 264.2 mi, about 4h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Steinhatchee, FL and Miami, FL.
1
Start on FL 51
70 ft
·
2 sec
·
Riverside Drive
2
Turn right onto Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Park Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 361
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
1st Avenue South
4
Turn right onto 10th Street East
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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10th Street East
5
Continue on Steinhatchee Bridge
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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Steinhatchee Bridge
6
Turn left onto CR 358
6.4 mi
·
11 min
·
CR 358
7
Turn right onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
25 mi
·
32 min
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US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
8.3 mi
·
11 min
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US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
9
Turn left onto US 27 Alternate
48 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
US 27 Alternate
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa
11
Merge onto I 75
25 mi
·
26 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
264 mi
·
4 hr 46 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Merge onto I 95
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3B
Toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 8th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Miami Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Arrive at destination
North Miami Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7.5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Steinhatchee to avoid potential traffic as you approach Miami. With only 2 recommended stops, you can be strategic about where you refuel or take breaks. The longest stretch of 264.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike means you'll want to ensure you have sufficient fuel before entering that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can sometimes be spaced out on long highway corridors.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 194.8 miles from Steinhatchee, FL, or about 3h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264.2 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 86 miles or 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 194.8 miles or 3h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 20m
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 Steinhatchee, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Steinhatchee, FL
This is one driving day of about 389.5 miles and 7h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Steinhatchee, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 264.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 194.8 mi from Steinhatchee, FL · 3h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
195 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 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 194.8 miles from Steinhatchee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 264.2 miles.
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.
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
$62.00 one way
$124.00 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
136 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $67.44 | $134.88 |
| premium | $4.72 | $72.43 | $144.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $86.00 | $171.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $18.49
Florida's Turnpike
(264.2 mi)
$18.49
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
$62
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$105–$130
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 116.9 | 1 | $40.90 | $18.70 |
| Efficient EV | 97.4 | 1 | $34.08 | $15.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 155.8 | 1 | $54.53 | $24.93 |
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
46 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
Late night in Miami on Wednesday
Local time
2:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
E 15 mph
0% chance
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
5 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
7h 31m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Steinhatchee, FL to Miami, FL covers 389.5 miles and takes about 7h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, US 27 Alternate, US 19. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 194.8 miles from Steinhatchee, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $62.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks 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 17 significant decision points across 389.5 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 113.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 378.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 379 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Steinhatchee, FL and Miami, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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