Origin
Wellington, FL
Night in Wellington on Thursday
Local time
11:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wellington, FL to Hialeah, FL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
63.4 mi
102 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wellington, FL
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Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
This 63.4-mile drive from Wellington to Hialeah, Florida, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's an ideal candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stops. You'll be traveling primarily on Florida's Turnpike for a significant portion of the journey, making it a familiar Florida road trip experience. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, this route is quite economical. The drive connects two locations within the same state and region, offering a consistent Florida travel context.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-dominant experience for this journey, with 72% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 45.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While predominantly highway, the route does incorporate sections of Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector and Northwest 37th Avenue, introducing a slight shift in character as you approach your destination. It's a drive that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 45.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Westhampton Circle.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Westhampton Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Forest Hill Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (US 441; FL 7 / State Road 7): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Westhampton Circle
Turn right onto Westhampton Circle
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Forest Hill Boulevard
Turn right onto Forest Hill Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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US 441; FL 7 / State Road 7
Turn right onto US 441; FL 7 / State Road 7
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / uturn lanes.
5
7.5 mi into trip
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~13m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wellington, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami and Hard Rock Stadium.
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
6.8 mi in
|
~12m
Hard Rock Stadium
53.4 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 45.9 mi | 52m |
| Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Northwest 37th Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Forest Hill Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| State Road 7 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Lake Worth Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Northwest 199th Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East 8th Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 45.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellington, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Montauk Drive
281 ft
·
14 sec
·
Montauk Drive
2
Turn right onto Westhampton Circle
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Westhampton Circle
3
Turn right onto Forest Hill Boulevard
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Forest Hill Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto US 441; FL 7
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
State Road 7
Use the left / uturn lanes.
5
Turn left onto FL 802
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Lake Worth Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
46 mi
·
52 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2X
Toward Northwest 199th Street, Hard Rock Stadium
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
this road
10
Turn right onto Northwest 199th Street
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 199th Street
Use the left / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto Northwest 37th Avenue
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest 37th Avenue
12
Continue on Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Northwest 42nd Avenue-37th Avenue Connector
13
Continue on SR 953
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 8th Avenue
14
Turn right onto SR 932
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East 49th Street
15
Turn left onto East 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 4th Avenue
16
Turn right onto East 39th Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
East 39th Street
17
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.7 mi from Wellington, FL · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Wellington, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.09 one way
$20.18 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $10.98 | $21.96 |
| premium | $4.72 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.22
Florida's Turnpike
(45.9 mi)
$3.22
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$3
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Hialeah, FL
Night in Hialeah on Thursday
Local time
11:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 25m 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 Wellington, FL to Hialeah, FL covers 63.4 miles and takes about 1h 25m 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. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.7 miles from Wellington, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.09 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 63.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Westhampton Circle): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Forest Hill Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (US 441; FL 7 / State Road 7): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Wellington, FL and Hialeah, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami and Hard Rock Stadium.
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