How far is Lake Clarke Shores, FL from Miami, FL?
The driving distance from Lake Clarke Shores, FL to Miami, FL is about 65.6 miles (105.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Clarke Shores and Miami.
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Start on West Lake Drive
3160 ft · 2 min · West Lake Drive
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Turn right onto Forest Hill Boulevard
1504 ft · 39 sec · Forest Hill Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Miami
2174 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
17 mi · 20 min
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Keep slight right
45.5 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami
2361 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street
2229 ft · 1 min · Northwest 8th Street
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Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
2760 ft · 2 min · North Miami Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Miami Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Clarke Shores and Miami.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 South
Keep slight right
45.5 mi · 00h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Lake Clarke Shores and Sunny near Miami.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Clarke Shores to Miami?
The road trip is about 65.6 miles (105.5 km) and usually takes 01h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Andrews Gardens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.7 miles from Lake Clarke Shores and 32.8 miles from Miami.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.6 miles (97.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.58 one way or $19.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lake Clarke Shores and Sunny near Miami.
Stop Ideas Near North Andrews Gardens
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Parking Garage
City Hall in the Mall
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Andrews Gardens.
Fort Lauderdale
Deerfield Beach
Hollywood
Delray Beach
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Clarke Shores and Miami. Straight-line distance: 60.63 mi (97.57 km).
#1 Lake Clarke Shores
City in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 3,619 |
| Coordinates | 26.6453400, -80.0758800 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Miami
The most populous city in Florida, Miami is a major center for tourism, finance, and culture.
| Population | 471,525 |
| Coordinates | 25.7742700, -80.1936600 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Miami Avenue (-80.1936, 25.774271)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 105 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $9.58 | $19.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.62 | $21.23 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $11.31 | $22.62 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $10.05 | $20.10 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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