Origin
Hollywood, FL
Morning in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
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Trip from Hollywood, FL to Ridge Wood Heights, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
210.7 mi
339 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
★
6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 20m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ridge Wood Heights, FL
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Trip Overview
This 210.7-mile drive from Hollywood, FL to Ridge Wood Heights, FL is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day, with an estimated duration of 3 hours and 53 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-75, with initial travel on Port Everglades Expressway and I-95. Given the relatively short distance and the highway-centric profile, it's an ideal day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $34. This route stays within the state of Florida, offering a direct path between two points within the Sunshine State.
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
105.3 miles from Hollywood, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 186.4 mi | 3h 19m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 11.8 mi | 13m |
| I 95 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| Clark Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Swift Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Stickney Point Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Grand Cayman Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 186.4 mi, about 3h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, FL and Ridge Wood Heights, FL.
1
Start on SR 820
216 ft
·
12 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on SR 820
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 95
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 24
Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 595 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 595
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 75
186 mi
·
3 hr 19 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 205
Toward FL 72: Siesta Key, Arcadia
12
Keep slight left at fork
468 ft
·
13 sec
Toward FL 72 West
13
Turn straight onto FL 72
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Clark Road
14
Continue on FL 72
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Stickney Point Road
15
Turn right onto Swift Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Swift Road
16
Turn right onto Grand Cayman Street
310 ft
·
13 sec
·
Grand Cayman Street
17
Arrive at destination
Grand Cayman Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration under four hours, this is a perfect day trip, so you have the flexibility to leave when it suits you best. Consider an early start to avoid potential traffic around the urban areas at the beginning of your journey. The longest stretch without a significant change in direction is over 186 miles on I-75, so plan for a fuel stop before you embark if your tank is low, as opportunities might be further apart during this segment. One stop is recommended, so use that to stretch your legs or grab a quick bite. The estimated fuel cost is $34, so budget accordingly.
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 105.3 miles from Hollywood, FL, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.4 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 46 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.3 miles or 1h 56m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ridge Wood Heights, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, FL
This is one driving day of about 210.7 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Hollywood, 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 I 75 for about 186.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.3 miles from Hollywood, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 186.4 miles.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 204.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
8
5.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
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 24
Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-...
7
5.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 595 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 595 West
6
8.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
204.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
Take the exit toward FL 72: Siesta Key, Arcadia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 205
Toward FL 72: Siesta Key, Arcadia
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.54 one way
$67.08 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $36.48 | $72.97 |
| premium | $4.72 | $39.18 | $78.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.52 | $93.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.12 | $10.11 |
| Efficient EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.44 | $8.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.3 | 1 | $29.50 | $13.48 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Destination
Ridge Wood Heights, FL
Morning in Ridge Wood Heights on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
5 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
3h 53m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 210.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 96% of the drive on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 186.4 miles on I-75, meaning you'll have long periods of consistent speed and minimal traffic interruptions once you're on it. This highway-focused profile suggests a drive characterized by efficiency and direct travel, rather than winding scenic byways. You'll likely experience a consistent driving environment for the majority of the trip.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 186.4 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 210.7 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting 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 3h 53m. Total distance: 210.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 53m 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 186.4 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Ridge Wood Heights, 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Ridge Wood Heights, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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