Fort Meade to Hollywood is 188.4 miles and takes about 3h 59m via US 27, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Florida, transitioning from the central part of the state to the southern coastal region. Most of the drive is on highways, making it a straightforward and efficient option for getting from point A to point B. Given the relatively short duration and manageable distance, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
94.2 miles from Fort Meade, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 27
148.9 mi
3h 7m
Port Everglades Expressway
12.4 mi
14m
US 98
10.5 mi
13m
I 75
4.6 mi
4m
Broadway
4.6 mi
7m
I 95
3.8 mi
4m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
SR 820
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 148.9 mi, about 3h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Meade, FL and Hollywood, FL.
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Start on US 17; US 98
126 ft·11 sec·Charleston Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 98
4.6 mi·7 min·Broadway
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 98
10 mi·13 min·US 98
4
Turn right onto US 27; US 98
11 mi·13 min·US 27; US 98
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on US 27; US 98
10 mi·14 min·US 27; US 98
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 27; US 98
55 mi·1 hr 7 min·US 27; US 98
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto US 27; FL 78
0.2 mi·18 sec·US 27; FL 78
8
Turn slight right
338 ft·4 sec
9
Continue on US 27
32 mi·42 min·US 27
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 27; FL 80
40 mi·48 min·US 27; FL 80
11
Continue on US 27
0.5 mi·33 sec·US 27
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·31 sec
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, NaplesUse the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 South: Miami, Fort Lauderdale
14
Merge onto I 75
4.6 mi·4 min·I 75
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
12 mi·14 min·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 10BToward I 95 South: MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
18
Merge onto I 95
3.8 mi·4 min·I 95
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
Consider leaving Fort Meade in the morning to maximize daylight and ensure a relaxed arrival in Hollywood. With a total drive time under 4 hours, you might only need one brief stop for fuel or a quick break. The longest continuous stretch on US 27 is nearly 150 miles, so plan your restroom or refreshment stop before you hit that segment. Your estimated fuel cost is around $30, so factor that into your budget. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience.
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 94.2 miles from Fort Meade, FL, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.9 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 41 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.2 miles or 2h 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 Fort Meade, 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 Fort Meade, FL
This is one driving day of about 188.4 miles and 3h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Fort Meade, 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 US 27 for about 148.9 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 164 and 187.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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164 mi into trip|~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
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169.7 mi into trip|~3h 35m 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...
7
182.1 mi into trip|~3h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Miami
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
186.9 mi into trip|~3h 56m 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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187.9 mi into trip|~3h 58m 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
$29.99 one way
$59.98 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$32.62
$65.24
premium
$4.72
$35.03
$70.06
diesel
$5.61
$41.60
$83.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.5
0
$19.78
$9.04
Efficient EV
47.1
0
$16.49
$7.54
EV Truck/SUV
75.4
0
$26.38
$12.06
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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 20, 2026
Origin
Fort Meade, FL
Late night
in Fort Meade on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Late night
in Hollywood on Tuesday
Local time
5:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
90°F
Lake Placid, FL
94 mi in
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
19 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
3h 59m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With 96% of this 188.4-mile route on highways, you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 148.9 miles on US 27, indicating extended highway cruising. You'll notice a high density of exits as you approach your destination in Hollywood, suggesting a more developed area with frequent turn-offs.
96% 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: 148.9 mi on US 27.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 164 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 14 significant decision points across 188.4 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 164 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fort Meade, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Fort Lauderdale and Naples.
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 3h 59m. Total distance: 188.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 148.9 miles on US 27. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 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 2 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 164 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Hollywood, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
