How far is West Palm Beach, FL from Miami, FL?
The driving distance from West Palm Beach, FL to Miami, FL is about 70.6 miles (113.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 65.6 miles (105.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Palm Beach and Miami.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Palm Beach and Miami.
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Start on North Dixie Highway
86 m · 15 sec · North Dixie Highway
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Continue on North Dixie Highway
1.8 mi · 5 min · North Dixie Highway
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Turn right onto Belvedere Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Belvedere Road
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Turn left onto I 95 South: Miami
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
19 mi · 22 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 · 60 sec
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Continue on Northwest 3rd Court
1063 ft · 39 sec · Northwest 3rd Court
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Turn left onto Northwest 5th Street
2099 ft · 1 min · Northwest 5th Street
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Turn right onto North Miami Avenue
1712 ft · 57 sec · 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 West Palm Beach 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.
Partly Sunny leaving West Palm Beach and Mostly Sunny near Miami.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Palm Beach to Miami?
The road trip is about 70.6 miles (113.6 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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 Palm Beach and 35.7 miles from Miami.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 65.6 miles (105.6 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.33 one way or $20.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around West Palm Beach and Mostly Sunny near Miami.
Stop Ideas Near Pompano Beach
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Deerfield Beach
City Hall in the Mall
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library
City Hall Parking Garage
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pompano Beach.
Deerfield Beach
Fort Lauderdale
Delray Beach
Hollywood
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Palm Beach and Miami. Straight-line distance: 65.6 mi (105.57 km).
#1 West Palm Beach
The most populous city in Palm Beach County, Florida.
| Population | 112,782 |
| Coordinates | 26.7153400, -80.0533700 |
| 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: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $10.33 | $20.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $11.44 | $22.89 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $12.19 | $24.38 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $10.83 | $21.66 |
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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