How far is Hialeah, FL from Key West, FL?

The driving distance from Hialeah, FL to Key West, FL is about 162.7 miles (261.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 05m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 130.1 miles (209.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
162.69 mi
04h 05m
Flight
130.12 mi
209.41 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
130.12 mi
Kilometers
209.41 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
162.69 mi
Kilometers
261.82 km
Drive Time
04h 05m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 05m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Key West
Tue, May 26, 10:25 AM EDT
Return by in Hialeah
Tue, May 26, 2:31 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hialeah
2026-05-26T06:19
Arrive Key West
Tue, May 26, 10:25 AM EDT
Route Timing
04h 05m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:06 AM to 12:06 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:48 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hialeah
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Islamorada
FL

Municipality in Florida

From Hialeah
81.4 mi
02h 02m
To Key West
81.3 mi
02h 02m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Tuesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 16 mph SE
Destination
88°F
Tuesday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 26 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
20 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hialeah and Key West.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hialeah and Key West.

  1. 1

    Start on East 39th Street

    1515 ft · 1 min · East 39th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Palm Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Palm Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West 21st Street

    2586 ft · 1 min · West 21st Street

  4. 4

    Continue on Hialeah Expressway

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Hialeah Expressway

  5. 5

    Turn left onto SR 826 South

    1048 ft · 28 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Palmetto Expressway

    7.6 mi · 10 min · Palmetto Expressway

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on Don Shula Expressway

    7.5 mi · 9 min · Don Shula Expressway

  8. 8

    Merge slight right onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

    16.7 mi · 20 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

  9. 9

    Keep slight left

    2930 ft · 1 min

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Dixie Highway

    19.2 mi · 27 min · Dixie Highway

  11. 11

    Continue on Overseas Highway

    104.2 mi · 2 hr 43 min · Overseas Highway

  12. 12

    Turn right onto North Roosevelt Boulevard

    2.4 mi · 6 min · North Roosevelt Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn left onto George Street

    1845 ft · 1 min · George Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · George Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hialeah and Key West.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
3 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Overseas Highway
104 mi · 64%
Dixie Highway
19.2 mi · 12%
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
17.3 mi · 11%
Palmetto Expressway
7.61 mi · 5%
Don Shula Expressway
7.49 mi · 5%
North Roosevelt Boulevard
2.36 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Overseas Highway

Continue on Overseas Highway

104 mi · 02h 43m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 05m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+32.6 mi
130.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Islamorada
02h 02m from Hialeah
Leave By
8:48 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hialeah and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Key West.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hialeah to Key West?

The road trip is about 162.7 miles (261.8 km) and usually takes 04h 05m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Islamorada is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.4 miles from Hialeah and 81.3 miles from Key West.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 130.1 miles (209.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:48 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.81 one way or $47.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hialeah and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Key West.

Stop Ideas Near Islamorada

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Islamorada and the surrounding midpoint area.
City Hall Cafe & Wine bar
Coffee break 5.4 mi away

City Hall Cafe & Wine bar

Tavernier , FL
88511 Overseas Hwy, Tavernier, FL 33070
Rating 4.5/5 281 reviews Wine bar,Grill,Cafe,Delivery Restaurant,Restaurant,Wine club,Wine store
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 13.9 mi away

Layton City Hall

Layton , FL
68260 Overseas Hwy, Layton, FL 33001
Rating 3.0/5 1 reviews City Hall,Fire station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Islamorada.

RAIL

Miami Intermodal Center

109 mi away
8303 NW 37th Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hialeah and Key West. Straight-line distance: 130.12 mi (209.41 km).

Hialeah

#1 Hialeah

The most populous city in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Population232,027
Coordinates25.8576000, -80.2781100
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Key West

#2 Key West

County seat city of Monroe County, Florida, United States; island in Florida Keys

Population23,767
Coordinates24.5552400, -81.7816300
Altitude1
CountryUnited States
Start: Hialeah (-80.27811, 25.8576)
End: Key West (-81.78163, 24.55524)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 262 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 25m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 04m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 42m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 01m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.74 gal
21.73 L · about $23.81
Round trip
$47.62
11.48 gal · 43.46 L
Estimated CO2
51 kg one way
Round trip: 102 kg / 225 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $23.81 $47.62
Mid-grade $4.60 $26.38 $52.76
Premium $4.90 $28.10 $56.21
Diesel $4.35 $24.97 $49.94

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Florida · May 26, 2026

There is no time difference between Hialeah and Key West. The current time is 06:19:21.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.