How far is Miami, FL from Lake Magdalene, FL?
The driving distance from Miami, FL to Lake Magdalene, FL is about 287.9 miles (463.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 212 miles (341.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 47m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 23m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Miami and Lake Magdalene.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Miami and Lake Magdalene.
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Start on North Miami Avenue
152 m · 17 sec · North Miami Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95
144 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 95 North
2593 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right
7.8 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight left toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
1.3 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Florida's Turnpike
2242 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight right onto Florida's Turnpike
10.5 mi · 12 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
2526 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 84 West, I 595 West
3027 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 595 West
728 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left onto Port Everglades Expressway
9.1 mi · 11 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Merge slight left
236 mi · 4 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa
2.4 mi · 3 min
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Continue on Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
5.6 mi · 6 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 4 West: Tampa International Airport
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight right
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275 North: Ocala
2963 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6.7 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 582A: Fletcher Avenue
1238 ft · 37 sec
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Turn left onto East Fletcher Avenue
1635 ft · 39 sec · East Fletcher Avenue
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Continue on West Fletcher Avenue
2677 ft · 58 sec · West Fletcher Avenue
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Turn right onto North Boulevard
687 ft · 22 sec · North Boulevard
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Turn left onto Sylvia Lane
2017 ft · 1 min · Sylvia Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Sylvia Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Miami and Lake Magdalene.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Port Everglades Expressway
Merge slight left
236 mi · 04h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Miami and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lake Magdalene.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Miami to Lake Magdalene?
The road trip is about 287.9 miles (463.3 km) and usually takes 05h 23m 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?
Three Oaks is a useful midpoint, sitting about 144 miles from Miami and 143.8 miles from Lake Magdalene.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 212 miles (341.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 75.9 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 6:12 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.14 one way or $84.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Miami and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lake Magdalene.
Stop Ideas Near Three Oaks
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Three Oaks.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Miami and Lake Magdalene. Straight-line distance: 211.99 mi (341.17 km).
#1 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 |
#2 Lake Magdalene
Census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida
| Population | 28,509 |
| Coordinates | 28.0741800, -82.4717600 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Magdalene (-82.47176, 28.07418)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 463 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 35m |
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 | $42.14 | $84.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $46.70 | $93.39 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $49.74 | $99.49 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $44.20 | $88.39 |
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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