Trip from Cheval, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 18m

Distance

284 mi

457 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 5m ★

6 AM

5h 18m

8 AM

5h 45m

10 AM

5h 28m

12 PM

5h 25m

3 PM

5h 29m

5 PM

5h 44m

8 PM

5h 10m

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

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Cheval, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

Trip Overview

This 284-mile drive from Cheval to Pembroke Pines, Florida, will take approximately 5 hours and 18 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of the journey on major roads like I-75, Port Everglades Expressway, and State Road 54. With an estimated fuel cost of $45, this is an economical option for a quick Florida excursion. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-75, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 256.6 miles. This drive is designed for efficiency, getting you from your origin to your destination with minimal fuss.

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

142 miles from Cheval, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	256.6 mi	4h 35m
Port Everglades Expressway	9 mi	10m
State Road 54	4.4 mi	6m
Florida's Turnpike	4.2 mi	4m
North Dale Mabry Highway	3.7 mi	5m
Cheval Boulevard	1.3 mi	5m
Southwest 64th Way	0.5 mi	1m
State Road 56	0.4 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 256.6 mi, about 4h 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Place Marquette

265 ft · 13 sec · Place Marquette

Turn right onto Biarritz Avenue

0.2 mi · 1 min · Biarritz Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Cheval Boulevard

0.9 mi · 3 min · Cheval Boulevard

At end of road, turn right onto Cheval Boulevard

0.4 mi · 1 min · Cheval Boulevard

At end of road, turn left onto FL 597

3.7 mi · 5 min · North Dale Mabry Highway

Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto US 41

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Land O' Lakes Boulevard

Turn right onto FL 54

4.4 mi · 6 min · State Road 54

Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.

Continue on FL 56

0.4 mi · 38 sec · State Road 56

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on FL 56

0.1 mi · 8 sec · FL 56

Use the straight lane.

Turn slight right

0.2 mi · 13 sec

Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg

Merge onto I 75

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 75

Toward South I 75: Naples Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

181 mi · 3 hr 14 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

9.0 mi · 10 min · Port Everglades Expressway

Exit 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Exit 8; 9A-B Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto SR 84

0.4 mi · 37 sec · SR 84

Toward SR 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Exit 8 Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 56 sec

Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

4.2 mi · 4 min · Florida's Turnpike

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec

Exit 49B Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto SR 820

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southwest 64th Way

Use the left lane.

Continue on Southwest 8th Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Southwest 8th Street

Arrive at destination

Southwest 8th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 18-minute duration, this trip is best completed in a single day. Leaving Cheval in the morning, perhaps around 9 AM, should allow you to reach Pembroke Pines by mid-afternoon. You'll only need one planned stop, and since the longest stretch is on I-75, aim to refuel and take a break before you begin that extended segment to ensure you have ample gas. The fuel cost is estimated at $45, so budget accordingly. Pay attention to signage for transitions between I-75 and the other highways mentioned to maintain your route efficiently.

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 142 miles from Cheval, FL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.6 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 62 miles or 1h 15m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 142 miles or 2h 40m 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 18m

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

Before You Leave

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

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

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 Cheval, FL

This is one driving day of about 284 miles and 5h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Cheval, 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 I 75 for about 256.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warm Mineral Springs, FL

142 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

Bradenton, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cape Coral, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 142 miles from Cheval, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 256.6 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

The Muddy Root Kava Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.3

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+18132847491

Visit website

Socotra Yemeni Coffee & Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Temple Terrace, Florida

1.7 mi

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Temple Terrace, Florida

2.6 mi

The Muddy Root Kava Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+18132847491

Visit website

Socotra Yemeni Coffee & Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.3

Temple Terrace, Florida

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18137907444

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.3

Temple Terrace, Florida

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+18132846137

Visit website

Lunar Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 20.3

Temple Terrace, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

Visit website

Felicitous (on 51st)

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+18139812634

Visit website

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 121.7

Punta Gorda, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 121.7

Port Charlotte, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 121.7

Punta Gorda, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 60.9

Bradenton, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 20.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+18139752794

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 12.1 and 277.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

12.1 mi into trip | ~21m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward South I 75: Naples

267.7 mi into trip | ~4h 55m in | I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 19 Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...

276.7 mi into trip | ~5h 6m in

Take the exit toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 8; 9A-B Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpi...

277.3 mi into trip | ~5h 7m in

Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 8 Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando...

277.7 mi into trip | ~5h 7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$45.21 one way

$90.41 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 99 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$49.17	$98.35
premium	$4.72	$52.81	$105.62
diesel	$5.61	$62.70	$125.41

Estimated Tolls: $0.30

Florida's Turnpike (4.2 mi) $0.30

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

$45

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 99.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	85.2	1	$29.82	$13.63
Efficient EV	71	0	$24.85	$11.36
EV Truck/SUV	113.6	1	$39.76	$18.18

Gas CO2

99 kg

EV CO2

33 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Cheval, FL

Evening in Cheval on Sunday

Local time

5:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pembroke Pines, FL

Evening in Pembroke Pines on Sunday

Local time

5:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

E 3 to 12 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 6:56AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee 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

27 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

5h 18m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 58.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, accounting for 95% of your travel. The personality of the drive is largely dictated by I-75, which forms the backbone for a significant 256.6-mile stretch. While you'll encounter State Road 54 and Port Everglades Expressway, the overall feel is one of consistent, high-speed travel. This isn't a route for leisurely scenic overlooks; it's built for making good time. You'll likely find yourself in a rhythm of steady driving, punctuated by occasional exits for services or transitions between major roadways.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 256.6 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in near I 75.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 284 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 12.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 267.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 276.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Cheval, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.

Fort Lauderdale

267.7 mi in | ~4h 55m | via I 595

About the Cities

Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL

Full guide →

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 5h 18m. Total distance: 284 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 256.6 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.30 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Pembroke Pines, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Pembroke Pines, FL before the return drive.

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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Cheval, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

The Muddy Root Kava Cafe

The Muddy Root Kava Cafe

Socotra Yemeni Coffee & Co.

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

Lunar Coffee

Felicitous (on 51st)

Elevation Coffee Roasters

Urban Crunch Creamery Cafe - Bexley

Latte Vino

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

EV Connect Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

7Charge Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tom Bennett Park

Gulf Coast Town Center Play Ground

Big Cat Habitat

Ingalls Park

Naples Botanical Garden

New Tampa Recreational Center

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Cheval, FL

Pembroke Pines, FL

Same local time

27 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 18m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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