This 125.5-mile drive from Gifford to Hollywood, Florida, will take approximately 2 hours and 33 minutes. Primarily a highway-focused route, it's easily manageable as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of around $20. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways like Florida's Turnpike and I-95, making for a straightforward journey within the state. The drive offers a direct path, ideal for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over leisurely exploration.
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
62.7 miles from Gifford, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
84.9 mi
1h 32m
I 95
15.1 mi
17m
North Kings Highway
5.2 mi
7m
Indian River Boulevard
5.1 mi
8m
US Highway 1
3.7 mi
6m
Turnpike Feeder Road
3 mi
4m
South Kings Highway
2.4 mi
3m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 84.9 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gifford, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on CR 5A
120 ft·8 sec·Old Dixie Highway
2
Turn left onto 45th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·45th Street
3
Turn right onto CR 603
5.1 mi·8 min·Indian River Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto US 1
3.7 mi·6 min·US Highway 1
Use the left lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 713
3.0 mi·4 min·Turnpike Feeder Road
6
Continue on FL 713
5.2 mi·7 min·North Kings Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on FL 713
2.4 mi·3 min·South Kings Highway
8
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·26 sec·this road
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
85 mi·1 hr 32 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
Given the relatively short 2.5-hour duration and the highway-focused nature, this trip works well as a single-day adventure. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush hours and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one stop recommended, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike, as services might be less frequent. Budgeting approximately $20 for fuel should cover your needs for this 125.5-mile trip.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.7 miles from Gifford, FL, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 28 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.7 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
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 Gifford, 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 Gifford, FL
This is one driving day of about 125.5 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Gifford, 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 84.9 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 20.2 and 124.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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20.2 mi into trip|~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
105.5 mi into trip|~2h 6m 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...
6
106.1 mi into trip|~2h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlan...
7
123.9 mi into trip|~2h 31m 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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124.9 mi into trip|~2h 33m 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
$19.98 one way
$39.95 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$21.73
$43.46
premium
$4.72
$23.34
$46.67
diesel
$5.61
$27.71
$55.42
Estimated Tolls: $6.15
Florida's Turnpike
(84.9 mi)$5.94
Turnpike Feeder Road
(3 mi)$0.21
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
$20
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.7
0
$13.18
$6.02
Efficient EV
31.4
0
$10.98
$5.02
EV Truck/SUV
50.2
0
$17.57
$8.03
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Gifford, FL
Morning
in Gifford on Tuesday
Local time
6:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Morning
in Hollywood on Tuesday
Local time
6:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live 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
2 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
2h 33m 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?
Get ready for a highway-intensive experience, with 85% of this route utilizing major expressways. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 84.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent cruising pace. While the main roads are dominant, you will also navigate segments of North Kings Highway, which may introduce slightly more varied conditions. This profile suggests a drive where smooth, high-speed travel is the norm for the majority of your journey, making it a dependable and predictable route.
85% 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: 84.9 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 I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.2 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 125.5 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 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Gifford, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
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 2h 33m. Total distance: 125.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.15 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.
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 20.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 106.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hollywood, FL before heading back.
