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Trip from Golden Gate, 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

1h 32m

Distance

101.3 mi

163 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 26m ★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 29m

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

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Downtown Golden Gate, FL, FL

Golden Gate, FL

Stephen Leonardi

Trip Overview

Spanning 101.3 miles across Florida, this drive between Golden Gate and Pembroke Pines is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 32 minutes. Since it functions as a direct local connection, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this route involves a sequence of local roads, starting with 43rd Lane Southwest, Golden Gate Parkway, and Collier Boulevard. Because this route has a 0% highway share, it is best suited for drivers who prefer navigating local infrastructure over high-speed interstate travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

50.7 miles from Golden Gate, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
43rd Lane Southwest — —
Golden Gate Parkway — —
Collier Boulevard — —
I 75 South — —
Port Everglades Expressway — —
US 441 — —
SR 84 East — —
Florida's Turnpike — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: 43rd Lane Southwest — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on 22nd Avenue Southwest

138 ft · 13 sec · 22nd Avenue Southwest
2

Turn left onto 43rd Lane Southwest

0.2 mi · 57 sec · 43rd Lane Southwest
3

At the end of the road, turn left onto Golden Gate Parkway

0.5 mi · 1 min · Golden Gate Parkway
4

Turn right onto Collier Boulevard

1.7 mi · 2 min · Collier Boulevard
5

Take the ramp slight left toward I 75 South: Miami

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 75 South: Miami
6

Merge slight left

82 mi · 1 hr 28 min
7

Keep slight right to continue on Port Everglades Expressway

9.0 mi · 10 min · Port Everglades Expressway
8

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

0.1 mi · 19 sec · US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
9

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

0.4 mi · 37 sec · SR 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami
10

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

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
11

Keep slight left to continue on Miami, Florida's Turnpike

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Miami, Florida's Turnpike
12

Keep slight left to continue on Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
13

Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike

4.2 mi · 4 min · Florida's Turnpike
14

Take the exit slight right toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard

0.4 mi · 44 sec · SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
15

Merge slight left onto Hollywood Boulevard

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
16

Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southwest 64th Way
17

Continue on Southwest 8th Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Southwest 8th Street
18

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given the turn-heavy nature of this 101.3-mile trip, consider departing during off-peak hours to avoid the congestion often found on local thoroughfares. Since you won't have the ease of highway rest stops, plan your fuel breaks ahead of time to ensure you stay within your $17 budget. Flexibility is your best asset here, as the lack of highway segments allows you to adjust your route or take breaks whenever you find a convenient spot. My best advice for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation system, as the reliance on local roads means you will be making frequent turns rather than maintaining a steady cruise.

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.7 miles from Golden Gate, FL, or about 46m into the drive.

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 22 miles or 20m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 50.7 miles or 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 16m

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

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Golden Gate, FL

This is one driving day of about 101.3 miles and 1h 32m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Golden Gate, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Where to Stop

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

city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Weston, FL

51 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

Immokalee, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Weston, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.7 miles from Golden Gate, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Fort Lauderdale

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 86.9

Davie, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+19542804359

Visit website

Volunteer Park Community Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 86.9

Plantation, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+19544522558

Visit website

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 65.1

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13058490135

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 101.3

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Joseph C. Carter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 94.1

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19548285411

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.12 one way

$32.25 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $17.54 $35.08
premium $4.72 $18.84 $37.67
diesel $5.61 $22.37 $44.73

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.4 0 $10.64 $4.86
Efficient EV 25.3 0 $8.86 $4.05
EV Truck/SUV 40.5 0 $14.18 $6.48

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 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 15, 2026

Origin

Golden Gate, FL

Night in Golden Gate on Saturday

Local time

10:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pembroke Pines, FL

Night in Pembroke Pines on Saturday

Local time

10:54 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°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

4 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

1h 32m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route relies entirely on surface streets. You will navigate through a variety of local roads that require more focus than a typical highway stretch. Since there is no highway share, your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns and intersection management. While you won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of open road, the transitions between your primary roads will keep you engaged behind the wheel. Prepare for a consistent, hands-on driving experience that reflects the local character of the regions you are traveling through.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: 43rd Lane Southwest.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Golden Gate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easy. At 1h 32m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Golden Gate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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 1h 32m. Total distance: 101.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Golden Gate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pembroke Pines, FL before heading back.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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