Traveling from Eagle Lake to Hollywood covers 206.1 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 3 minutes. Because this is a straightforward drive, you can easily complete the journey in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike, FL 60, and I-95 to navigate through the state. With an estimated fuel cost of $34, it is a budget-friendly trip that connects inland Polk County to the bustling coastal environment of South Florida. Whether you are heading to the coast for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused path provides a direct and efficient way to reach your destination.
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
103 miles from Eagle Lake, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
125.3 mi
2h 15m
FL 60
54.8 mi
1h 10m
I 95
15.1 mi
17m
North Rifle Range Road
3.5 mi
5m
Eagle Lake Loop Road
1.6 mi
2m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
2m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 125.3 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eagle Lake, FL and Hollywood, FL.
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Start on East Eagle Avenue
0.5 mi·51 sec·East Eagle Avenue
2
Continue on Eagle Lake Loop Road
1.6 mi·2 min·Eagle Lake Loop Road
3
Turn right onto CR 655
3.5 mi·5 min·North Rifle Range Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto FL 60
4.2 mi·4 min·FL 60
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on FL 60
4.3 mi·5 min·FL 60
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on FL 60
46 mi·59 min·FL 60
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on this road
295 ft·7 sec·this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
125 mi·2 hr 15 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
13
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
15
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
16
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft·16 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
18
Merge onto I 95
15 mi·17 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 20Toward SR 820: Hollywood BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
20
Turn left onto SR 820
0.6 mi·1 min·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on SR 820
391 ft·5 sec·SR 820
22
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi·38 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
23
Arrive at destination
SR 820
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 3-minute transit, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since you are dealing with major thoroughfares like the Turnpike and I-95, keep a close eye on real-time traffic reports, as congestion can fluctuate significantly near Hollywood. Leaving early in the morning is a smart strategy to avoid the peak heat and potential rush-hour bottlenecks on the interstate. Remember that your fuel budget is approximately $34, so consider topping off your tank before hitting the long 125.3-mile stretch on the Turnpike to ensure you are not caught needing to stop at a pricier service plaza. The simple nature of this single-day trip gives you the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best.
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 103 miles from Eagle Lake, FL, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.3 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 45 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eagle Lake, 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 Eagle Lake, FL
This is one driving day of about 206.1 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Eagle Lake, 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 125.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 60.4 and 205.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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60.4 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
60.6 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
8
186.1 mi into trip|~3h 36m in
Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
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 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
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204.5 mi into trip|~4h 1m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
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205.5 mi into trip|~4h 3m in|SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.81 one way
$65.61 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$35.69
$71.37
premium
$4.72
$38.32
$76.65
diesel
$5.61
$45.50
$91.01
Estimated Tolls: $8.77
Florida's Turnpike
(125.3 mi)$8.77
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
$33
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
47 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Florida Nexxus Park- Tesla Supercharger
Fort Pierce, FL
Tesla
40 DCFC
Cracker Barrel - Tesla Supercharger
Stuart, FL
Tesla
20 DCFC
Town Center at St. Lucie West - Tesla Supercharger
Port St. Lucie, FL
Tesla
16 DCFC
Port St. Lucie-Fort Pierce Service Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.8
0
$21.64
$9.89
Efficient EV
51.5
0
$18.03
$8.24
EV Truck/SUV
82.4
1
$28.85
$13.19
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 21, 2026
Origin
Eagle Lake, FL
Morning
in Eagle Lake on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
ENE 10 to 18 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 21 at 3:10AM EDT until April 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 21 at 2:09AM EDT until April 22 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Morning
in Hollywood on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Sunny
NE 18 to 22 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 21 at 3:10AM EDT until April 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 21 at 2:09AM EDT until April 22 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Miami 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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 3m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a high-speed experience, as 95% of this 206.1-mile journey consists of highway travel. The most significant portion of your drive is a 125.3-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, which allows for consistent cruising. While the route transitions from the quieter inland roads near Eagle Lake to the denser traffic patterns of the I-95 corridor, the character remains firmly rooted in major transit arteries. You will spend the vast majority of your time behind the wheel maintaining steady highway speeds. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed for getting you from point A to point B as quickly as possible.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 125.3 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 60. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 60.4 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 206.1 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 60.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.1 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 Eagle Lake, FL to Hollywood, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami along the way.
Winter Haven is the second largest city in Polk County, Florida. The city was an agricultural center, but in the 1990s and 2000s, it has become a largely residential and manufacturing city. Winter Haven is home to Legoland and the "Chain of Lakes".
Hollywood is a city in Florida, located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. With a population of 153,000 people (2022), Hollywood is a relatively small city that retains an old, laid-back, Florida feel to it compared to the larger cities in the area.
Top landmarks
•Hollywood Boulevard Historic Business District — human settlement in Hollywood, Florida, United States of America
•Hollywood Garden Club — clubhouse in Hollywood, United States of America
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 206.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m 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 125.3 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.77 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 Hollywood, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 60.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Hollywood, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
