Eustis, FL to Hollywood, FL is 248.3 miles and takes about 4h 43m via Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within Florida, moving from the central part of the state down towards the southeast coast. It's a predominantly highway route, making it a straightforward option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. With only one recommended stop and a travel time under five hours, this trip is easily achievable in a single day.
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
124.1 miles from Eustis, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 23m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
199.3 mi
3h 35m
I 95
15.1 mi
17m
Western Beltway
10.8 mi
12m
Wekiva Parkway
5 mi
5m
US 441
3.3 mi
5m
Sanford Road
2.2 mi
3m
FL 453 Toll
2 mi
2m
East Crooked Lake Drive
1.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 199.3 mi, about 3h 35m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 38 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,207 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,073
Quietest
2 AM
~284 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eustis, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on East Orange Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·East Orange Avenue
2
Turn right onto Haselton Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Haselton Street
3
Continue on East Crooked Lake Drive
0.4 mi·51 sec·East Crooked Lake Drive
4
Keep slight right at fork onto East Crooked Lake Drive
1.3 mi·3 min·East Crooked Lake Drive
5
Turn left onto US 441
3.3 mi·5 min·US 441
6
Turn left onto FL 46
2.2 mi·3 min·Sanford Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward FL 453 Toll South
8
Merge onto FL 453 Toll
2.0 mi·2 min·FL 453 Toll
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, TampaUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto FL 429 Toll
5.0 mi·5 min·Wekiva Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on FL 414 Toll; FL 429 Toll
2.8 mi·3 min·Western Beltway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto FL 429 Toll
8.1 mi·8 min·Western Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 22Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, OcalaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·2 min
Toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florida’s TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
199 mi·3 hr 35 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
20
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
21
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft·16 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
22
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
23
Merge onto I 95
15 mi·17 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 20Toward SR 820: Hollywood BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
25
Turn left onto SR 820
0.6 mi·1 min·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on SR 820
391 ft·5 sec·SR 820
27
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi·38 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
28
Arrive at destination
SR 820
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4h 43m duration, leaving Eustis in the morning allows ample time to reach Hollywood before evening. With only one stop recommended, you can be strategic about where you pull over, perhaps for a quick meal or to stretch your legs around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 199.3-mile segment on Florida's Turnpike, as services can sometimes be spread out on longer highway stretches. The $39 fuel estimate suggests you won't need to worry excessively about costs for this relatively short, same-day drive.
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 124.1 miles from Eustis, FL, or about 2h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 199.3 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 55 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.1 miles or 2h 23m 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 48m
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 Eustis, 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 Eustis, FL
This is one driving day of about 248.3 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Eustis, 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 199.3 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 11.3 and 246.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
11.3 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 429 Toll South: Orlando, Tampa
8
27.8 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 22
Toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
8
28 mi into trip|~38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South 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 Orlando, Titusville, Miami, South Florid...
8
228.3 mi into trip|~4h 15m 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...
7
246.7 mi into trip|~4h 40m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.59 one way
$75.17 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$41.24
$82.49
premium
$4.55
$44.48
$88.96
diesel
$4.80
$46.88
$93.77
Estimated Tolls: $13.95
Florida's Turnpike
(199.3 mi)$13.95
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
$38
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.5
0
$26.07
$11.92
Efficient EV
62.1
0
$21.73
$9.93
EV Truck/SUV
99.3
1
$34.76
$15.89
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Eustis, FL
Morning
in Eustis on Monday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 to 10 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Morning
in Hollywood on Monday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 6 to 13 mph19% chanceLive forecast
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
4 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 43m 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?
You'll be on the highway for about 91% of this trip, covering 225.9 miles on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 199.3 miles, which occurs on Florida's Turnpike. After the highway portion, the remaining distance will be on surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect a fairly consistent driving experience with frequent exits along the main highway segments.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 199.3 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 20 significant decision points across 248.3 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 11.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
128 ft9 ft
Total Climb
86 ft
Total Descent
143 ft
Highest Point
128 ft
~17.7 mi in
Elevation Range
119 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Eustis, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Florida’s Turnpike, Miami, Ocala, Orlando and Titusville.
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 43m. Total distance: 248.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 199.3 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.95 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 14 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.
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. There are 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 11.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Hollywood, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
