Origin
Temple Terrace, FL
Evening in Temple Terrace on Wednesday
Local time
8:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Temple Terrace, FL to Miramar, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 58m
Distance
265.3 mi
427 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 45m
★
6 AM
4h 58m
8 AM
5h 25m
10 AM
5h 8m
12 PM
5h 5m
3 PM
5h 9m
5 PM
5h 24m
8 PM
4h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Temple Terrace, FL
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Trip Overview
This 265.3-mile drive from Temple Terrace to Miramar, Florida, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 58 minutes. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of it on major roads, making it a straightforward trip. Your estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $42. Given the duration and highway nature, it’s a manageable day trip for most drivers. You'll be traveling within Florida for the entirety of this journey, moving from one part of the state to another without crossing regional lines.
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
132.7 miles from Temple Terrace, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for the vast majority of this 265.3-mile trip, with 94% of your travel occurring on major roadways like I-75 and the Port Everglades Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 241.9 miles on I-75, indicating long periods of consistent driving. While the profile is primarily highway, the route incorporates South University Drive, offering a slight shift in driving character towards the end. This drive is characterized by its efficiency and speed, prioritizing getting you to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 241.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 265.3 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 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.3 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Ocala, Naples
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 9
Toward I 75: Ocala, Naples
7
7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Naples
9
249.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
|
I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
7
254.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 37m in
Take the exit toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5; 6
Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Driv...
9
254.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 84 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward SR 84 East
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Temple Terrace, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
249.3 mi in
|
~4h 31m
|
via I 595
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 241.9 mi | 4h 19m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| South University Drive | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| North University Drive | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| North 56th Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| SR 84 | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Hillsborough Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Hillsborough Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 241.9 mi, about 4h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Temple Terrace, FL and Miramar, FL.
1
Start on Ridgedale Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ridgedale Road
2
Turn right onto Bullard Parkway
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Bullard Parkway
3
Turn left onto FL 583
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North 56th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto US 92
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Hillsborough Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 92
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hillsborough Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
7
Merge onto I 4
0.5 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 4
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 9
Toward I 75: Ocala, Naples
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 75 South: Naples
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 75
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi
·
3 hr 14 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 5; 6
Toward SR 817: Pine Island Road|University Drive
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 5
Toward SR 84 East
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto SR 84
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
SR 84
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto SR 817
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South University Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on SR 817
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North University Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on SR 817
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South University Drive
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto SR 824
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pembroke Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Island Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Island Drive
21
Turn left onto Miramar Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Miramar Boulevard
22
Turn right onto Bahama Drive
91 ft
·
4 sec
·
Bahama Drive
23
Arrive at destination
Bahama Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 58 minute duration, leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid traffic, especially as you approach the Miramar area. You'll have one primary stretch of 241.9 miles on I-75, so plan for a refueling stop before or during that segment to ensure you're comfortable. The total fuel cost is estimated at $42, which is a reasonable budget for this distance. Since this is a single-day drive, flexibility is on your side, but be mindful of potential congestion on the final approach to Miramar.
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 132.7 miles from Temple Terrace, FL, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 241.9 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 58 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.7 miles or 2h 26m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miramar, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Temple Terrace, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Temple Terrace, FL
This is one driving day of about 265.3 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Temple Terrace, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 241.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 132.7 mi from Temple Terrace, FL · 2h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
133 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 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 132.7 miles from Temple Terrace, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 241.9 miles.
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.
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
$42.23 one way
$84.46 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $45.94 | $91.87 |
| premium | $4.72 | $49.33 | $98.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.57 | $117.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.6 | 0 | $27.86 | $12.73 |
| Efficient EV | 66.3 | 0 | $23.21 | $10.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 106.1 | 1 | $37.14 | $16.98 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Wednesday
Local time
8:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
19 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
4h 58m 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 Temple Terrace, FL to Miramar, FL covers 265.3 miles and takes about 4h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, South University Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 132.7 miles from Temple Terrace, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.23 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 demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 265.3 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 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 249.3 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Temple Terrace, FL to Miramar, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
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