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Trip from Bushnell, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 56m

Distance

263.1 mi

423 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 43m ★
6 AM
4h 57m
8 AM
5h 24m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 4m
3 PM
5h 8m
5 PM
5h 23m
8 PM
4h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Florida, United States

Bushnell, FL

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Downtown Pembroke Pines, FL, FL

Pembroke Pines, FL

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Trip Overview

Bushnell, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is 263.1 miles and takes about 4h 56m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused journey entirely within Florida, connecting two points in the state. With a 98% highway share, you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads, making it an efficient trip. It's designed for a single day of driving, so you can get there and back or move on to your next adventure without needing an overnight stay. This route is ideal if you prioritize getting to your destination quickly and efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

131.6 miles from Bushnell, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 245.5 mi 4h 26m
US 301 6.9 mi 9m
Central Parkway 4 mi 6m
CR 470 2.7 mi 4m
McNeill Drive 1.2 mi 2m
West Noble Avenue 0.9 mi 2m
Southwest 64th Way 0.5 mi 1m
Southwest 8th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 245.5 mi, about 4h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bushnell, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.

1

Start on West Noble Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Noble Avenue
2

Continue on US 301

6.9 mi · 9 min · US 301
Use the straight lane.
3

Turn right onto CR 470

2.5 mi · 4 min · CR 470
Use the right lane.
4

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

188 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway
5

Continue on CR 470

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Central Parkway
6

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

197 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway
7

Continue on CR 470

0.6 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway
8

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

192 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway
9

Continue on CR 470

0.8 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway
10

Enter roundabout onto CR 470

186 ft · 3 sec · Central Parkway
11

Continue on CR 470

1.0 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway
12

Enter roundabout onto Central Parkway

155 ft · 2 sec · Central Parkway
13

Continue on Central Parkway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Central Parkway
14

Enter roundabout onto Central Parkway

194 ft · 4 sec · Central Parkway
15

Continue on Central Parkway

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Central Parkway
16

Turn right onto McNeill Drive

526 ft · 11 sec · McNeill Drive
17

Continue on McNeill Drive

1.1 mi · 1 min · McNeill Drive
18

Continue on CR 470

0.1 mi · 11 sec · CR 470
19

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 57 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South
20

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

245 mi · 4 hr 26 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Exit 49B Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Merge onto SR 820

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
23

Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
24

Continue on Southwest 8th Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Southwest 8th Street
25

Arrive at destination

Southwest 8th Street

Trip Plan

For this 4h 56m drive, consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $42, be sure to factor that into your budget. Since it's a single-day trip with a manageable distance, you have the flexibility to take a brief stop if needed, though the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike is quite substantial at 245.5 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on that long highway segment, as services can be spaced out on turnpikes.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 131.6 miles from Bushnell, FL, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 245.5 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 58 miles or 1h 12m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 131.6 miles or 2h 31m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bushnell, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bushnell, FL

This is one driving day of about 263.1 miles and 4h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Bushnell, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 245.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown West Melbourne, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

West Melbourne, FL

132 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Orlando, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palm Bay, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 131.6 miles from Bushnell, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 245.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 1h 4m in 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

Prairie House Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Oakland, Florida

2.4 mi

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

Prairie House Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Oakland, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+14079060330

Visit website

Piccolo Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Winter Garden, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Sprout & Bean | Play Café | Coffee Shop and Indoor Playground | Winter Garden

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Winter Garden, Florida

+13522052589

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Bushnell, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ABB Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

BTC Power Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

GE WattStation Charging Station

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Clermont, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

SynergEV Charging Station

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Minneola, Florida

Turkey Lake Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

West Palm Beach Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Canoe Creek Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Fort Drum Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pompano Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.3 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.4 mi from route

40392

0.8 mi from route

40391

1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

1.6 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

1.7 mi from route

Okahumpka Service Plaza

1.8 mi from route

Service Plaza

2.2 mi from route

Crayola Experience Orlando

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14077571700

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

Discovery Cove

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour Very expen

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+14075134600

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 262.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
7.8 mi into trip | ~12m in | CR 470

Turn right onto CR 470

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
10.7 mi into trip | ~17m in | CR 470 / Central Parkway

Enter roundabout onto CR 470 / Central Parkway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
16.3 mi into trip | ~26m in | Florida's Turnpike

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
261.8 mi into trip | ~4h 53m in

Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 49B Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
6
262.4 mi into trip | ~4h 54m in | Southwest 64th Way

Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.30 one way

$84.61 round trip

$4.08/gal 25.4 MPG avg 92 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $46.15 $92.29
premium $4.78 $49.53 $99.07
diesel $6.28 $65.01 $130.02

Estimated Tolls: $17.18

Florida's Turnpike (245.5 mi) $17.18

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Tolls

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$84–$109

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 92.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 78.9 0 $27.63 $12.63
Efficient EV 65.8 0 $23.02 $10.52
EV Truck/SUV 105.2 1 $36.83 $16.84

Gas CO2

92 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026

Origin

Bushnell, FL

Night in Bushnell on Thursday

Local time

10:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Mostly Sunny

NNE 14 to 17 mph 13% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Destination

Pembroke Pines, FL

Night in Pembroke Pines on Thursday

Local time

10:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

NE 16 to 21 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

6 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 56m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 98% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike for the longest stretch, a continuous 245.5-mile segment that offers consistent speed. This means you'll experience a smooth, high-speed journey for the vast majority of your travel time. While the primary roads include US 301 and Central Parkway, these are integrated into the larger highway system, so the character remains predominantly that of a fast-paced, long-distance drive.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 245.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and US 301. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in near CR 470.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles (CR 470): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (CR 470 / Central Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

98 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

61 ft

Total Descent

132 ft

Highest Point

98 ft

~56.4 mi in

Elevation Range

92 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Bushnell, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South along the way.

Florida's Turnpike South

15.7 mi in | ~25m

About the Cities

Starting in Bushnell, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1884

Bushnell is in Sumter County on the fringes of North Central Florida. The small settlement has a population of approximately 3,000 as of 2018, and the city dates back to the late 19th century, when a post office was established.

Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1956

Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 56m. Total distance: 263.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 245.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $17.18 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 16 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles (CR 470): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.7 miles (CR 470 / Central Parkway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 16.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Pembroke Pines, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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