Origin
Weston, FL
Morning in Weston on Thursday
Local time
11:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Weston, FL to Hialeah, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
36m
Distance
24.2 mi
39 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
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.
Weston, FL
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Hialeah, FL
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Trip Overview
Spanning just 24.2 miles, the trip from Weston to Hialeah is a straightforward trek across Florida that typically takes about 36 minutes. Because of the short distance, this is easily managed as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget roughly $4 for fuel to cover the journey, making this an incredibly cost-effective trip. While the drive is quick, the transition from the suburban feel of Weston to the urban density of Hialeah provides a distinct change in scenery. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick visit, this route offers a reliable connection between these two Florida hubs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 36m. Total distance: 24.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed transit with local navigation. About 51% of your journey takes place on highways, primarily utilizing I-75 and the Gratigny Parkway. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 10.2 miles on I-75, where traffic flow will dictate your pace. The route shifts from wide, multi-lane interstate travel to more localized roads as you approach your destination. Navigating the express lanes can help streamline your transit, though the character of the road changes noticeably as you transition into the busier Hialeah area.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 25 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 10.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near Royal Palm Boulevard.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 19 decision points packed into just 24.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Royal Palm Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Royal Palm Boulevard
Turn right onto Royal Palm Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 South: Miami
6
10.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward Express Lanes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Express Lanes
6
14.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward Northwest 138th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Northwest 138th Street
7
20.5 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
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 Weston, FL to Hialeah, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Express Lanes along the way.
Express Lanes
10.9 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 10.2 mi | 11m |
| Express Lanes | 3 mi | 3m |
| Gratigny Parkway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Palm Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Royal Palm Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Weston Hills Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Weston Hills Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| West 4th Avenue/Red Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 10.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Weston, FL and Hialeah, FL.
1
Start on Eagle Run Drive
109 ft
·
9 sec
·
Eagle Run Drive
2
Turn left onto Golf View Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Golf View Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto Weston Hills Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Weston Hills Drive
4
Turn left onto Weston Hills Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Weston Hills Boulevard
5
Keep slight right at fork onto Weston Hills Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Weston Hills Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Royal Palm Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Royal Palm Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Miami
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 75
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto Express Lanes
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Express Lanes
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Northwest 138th Street
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on SR 924 Toll
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Gratigny Parkway
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward SR 823: Northwest 57th Avenue, Red Road
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto SR 823
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Avenue/Red Road
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto West 68th Street
510 ft
·
19 sec
·
West 68th Street
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on West 2nd Court
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West 2nd Court
18
Continue on West 65th Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 65th Street
19
Turn right onto Palm Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Palm Avenue
20
Turn left onto East 41st Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East 41st Street
21
Turn right onto East 2nd Avenue
504 ft
·
27 sec
·
East 2nd Avenue
22
Turn left onto East 39th Place
445 ft
·
21 sec
·
East 39th Place
23
Turn right onto East 2nd Court
182 ft
·
10 sec
·
East 2nd Court
24
Turn right onto East 39th Street
257 ft
·
11 sec
·
East 39th Street
25
Arrive at destination
East 39th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.85 one way
$7.70 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| premium | $4.72 | $4.50 | $9.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.34 | $10.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.12 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
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.
Destination
Hialeah, FL
Morning in Hialeah on Thursday
Local time
11:57 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
36m 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 Weston, FL to Hialeah, FL covers 24.2 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Express Lanes, Gratigny Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.1 miles from Weston, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.85 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 is a short but busy drive. With 19 decision points packed into just 24.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Royal Palm Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Weston, FL to Hialeah, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Express Lanes along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Biscayne National Park.
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