Origin
Greenacres City, FL
Morning in Greenacres City on Sunday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenacres City, FL to Hollywood, 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 2m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenacres City, FL
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Trip Overview
Greenacres City to Hollywood is 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 2m via I 95 and Lantana Road, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day drive primarily within Florida, connecting two populated areas. You'll mostly be on major roadways, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss. Given its short duration and focus on highway travel, this route is ideal for a quick trip or an easy leg of a longer journey. Plan for a familiar drive through suburban Florida landscapes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 40.9 mi | 47m |
| Lantana Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| South Military Trail | 2 mi | 3m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Lake Worth Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Haverhill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| SR 820 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 40.9 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenacres City, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
2nd Street
2
Turn right onto Haverhill Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Haverhill Road
3
Turn left onto FL 802
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Worth Road
4
Turn right onto South Military Trail
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Military Trail
5
Turn left onto CR 812
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Lantana Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
28 mi
·
32 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto SR 820
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on SR 820
391 ft
·
5 sec
·
SR 820
12
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Arrive at destination
SR 820
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Greenacres City, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 5.9 and 48.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
6.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
18.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
47.1 mi into trip
|
~59m 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
7
48.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m 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
$7.74 one way
$15.47 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.42 | $16.83 |
| premium | $4.72 | $9.04 | $18.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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.
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Morning in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
10:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
E 7 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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 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 2m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely highway-focused, with 84% of the drive on expressways. Expect a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 40.9 miles on I 95, which will likely be the dominant part of your experience. The majority of the drive will involve navigating these faster-paced roads, suggesting a steady pace. While Lantana Road and South Military Trail will feature, they are integrated into this predominantly highway profile. Prepare for a driving experience characterized by efficient travel on well-maintained, high-speed corridors.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.9 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Lantana Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Hollywood, FL
Full guide →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.
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 2m. Total distance: 48.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.9 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hollywood, 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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