How far is West Gate, FL from Miami, FL?

The driving distance from West Gate, FL to Miami, FL is about 71.1 miles (114.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 64.4 miles (103.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
71.17 mi
01h 21m
Flight
64.41 mi
103.66 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
64.41 mi
Kilometers
103.66 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
71.17 mi
Kilometers
114.53 km
Drive Time
01h 21m

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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 01h 21m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Miami
Sat, Nov 7, 10:58 AM EST
Return by in West Gate
Sat, Nov 7, 12:20 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Gate
2026-11-07T09:36
Arrive Miami
Sat, Nov 7, 10:58 AM EST
Route Timing
01h 21m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:22 AM to 11:22 AM EST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:46 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Gate
9:30 PM EST
Morning start is best

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
Pompano Beach
FL

The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida.

From West Gate
34.9 mi
00h 40m
To Miami
36.2 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 6:00 AM EST
Wind
2 to 6 mph N
Destination
85°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Nov 7 6:00 AM EST
Wind
6 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between West Gate and Miami.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Gate and Miami.

  1. 1

    Start on Tallahassee Drive

    58 m · 10 sec · Tallahassee Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Westgate Avenue

    839 ft · 28 sec · Westgate Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Seminole Boulevard

    1268 ft · 37 sec · Seminole Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Okeechobee Boulevard

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Okeechobee Boulevard

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Miami

    2516 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    20.7 mi · 24 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight right

    45.5 mi · 55 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward Northwest 8th Street, Port of Miami

    2361 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Turn left onto Northwest 8th Street

    2229 ft · 1 min · Northwest 8th Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto North Miami Avenue

    2760 ft · 2 min · North Miami Avenue

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Miami Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Gate and Miami.

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
11 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 95 South
66.8 mi · 94%
Okeechobee Boulevard
1.08 mi · 2%
Northwest 8th Street
0.87 mi · 1%
North Miami Avenue
0.52 mi · 1%
Seminole Boulevard
0.24 mi
Westgate Avenue
0.16 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 21m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 44m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.7 mi
64.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pompano Beach
00h 40m from West Gate
Leave By
3:46 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving West Gate and Sunny near Miami.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Gate to Miami?

The road trip is about 71.1 miles (114.5 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?

Pompano Beach is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.9 miles from West Gate and 36.2 miles from Miami.

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

The direct path is about 64.4 miles (103.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.62 one way or $19.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Gate and Sunny near Miami.

Stop Ideas Near Pompano Beach

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 Pompano Beach and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Deerfield Beach
Scenic stop 5.7 mi away

City of Deerfield Beach

Deerfield Beach , FL
150 NE 2nd Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Rating 3.0/5 16 reviews City Hall,City government office,Tourist information center
City Hall in the Mall
Meeting point 7 mi away

City Hall in the Mall

Coral Springs , FL
9239 W Atlantic Blvd, Coral Springs, FL 33071
Rating 4.1/5 86 reviews City Hall
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library
Nearby stop 8.2 mi away

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Lauderhill , FL
6399 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33313
Rating 3.5/5 32 reviews Public library
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 13.4 mi away

City Hall Parking Garage

Dania Beach , FL
49 Park Ave E, Dania Beach, FL 33004
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews Parking garage

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pompano Beach.

RAIL

Deerfield Beach

9 mi away
1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd
RAIL

Fort Lauderdale

14 mi away
200 S.W. 21 Terrace
RAIL

Delray Beach

24 mi away
345 South Congress Ave
RAIL

Hollywood

26 mi away
3001 Hollywood Blvd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Gate and Miami. Straight-line distance: 64.41 mi (103.66 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 West Gate

West Gate is a place in Florida, United States.

Population0
Coordinates26.7025700, -80.0981000
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Miami

#2 Miami

The most populous city in Florida, Miami is a major center for tourism, finance, and culture.

Population471,525
Coordinates25.7742700, -80.1936600
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Start: Tallahassee Drive (-80.098017, 26.702568)
End: North Miami Avenue (-80.1936, 25.774271)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 115 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 46m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 25m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 53m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.51 gal
9.51 L · about $9.62
Round trip
$19.25
5.02 gal · 19.02 L
Estimated CO2
22.3 kg one way
Round trip: 44.6 kg / 98 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.83 $9.62 $19.25
Mid-grade $4.32 $10.84 $21.69
Premium $4.66 $11.70 $23.41
Diesel $5.94 $14.91 $29.82

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 · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between West Gate and Miami. The current time is 09:36:58.

Distance to Other Cities

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