Trip from Hollywood, FL to Tampa, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 50m

Distance

265.3 mi

427 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 37m ★

6 AM

4h 51m

8 AM

5h 18m

10 AM

5h 0m

12 PM

4h 58m

3 PM

5h 2m

5 PM

5h 16m

8 PM

4h 43m

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

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Trip Overview

This 265.3-mile journey from Hollywood, Florida, to Tampa, Florida, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive designed for a single day. Expect to spend approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable day trip. The route is dominated by major interstates, including I-75 and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, with only a small portion on local roads. With a fuel cost estimated at $42, it's an economical option for covering ground across Florida. This drive is all about efficient travel between two major Florida hubs, with minimal detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

132.6 miles from Hollywood, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	236 mi	4h 13m
Port Everglades Expressway	11.8 mi	13m
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway	7.8 mi	9m
I 95	4.1 mi	4m
Hollywood Boulevard	1.2 mi	1m
East Kennedy Boulevard	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 236 mi, about 4h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, FL and Tampa, FL.

Start on SR 820

216 ft · 12 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Continue on SR 820

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 95

4.1 mi · 4 min · I 95

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.

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward I 595 West Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 595

1.7 mi · 2 min · Port Everglades Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

10 mi · 11 min · Port Everglades Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 75

236 mi · 4 hr 13 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

2.4 mi · 2 min

Exit 256 Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa Use the slight right lane.

Continue on FL 618 Toll

7.8 mi · 9 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 8 Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Kennedy Boulevard

Arrive at destination

FL 60

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 4-hour and 50-minute drive, consider departing early to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Tampa. With only one recommended stop for the 265.3 miles, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on I-75 is 236 miles, and plan your refueling accordingly. Given the highway-focused nature and estimated $42 fuel cost, a single tank should suffice for most vehicles, but it's always wise to start with a full one.

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 132.6 miles from Hollywood, FL, or about 2h 26m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236 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 58 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 132.6 miles or 2h 26m 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 57m

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

Before You Leave

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

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 265.3 miles and 4h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 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 236 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Punta Gorda, FL

133 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

Bonita Springs, FL

Fuel and coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Era Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18884092980

Visit website

Jule Charging Station

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Venice, Florida

+18555675853

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Fort Myers, Florida

0.4 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.5 mi from route

Magic Carpet Glide

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18136379797

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

The Florida Aquarium

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18132734000

Visit website

Iconic Tampa Bay

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18132183498

Visit website

Big Cat Habitat

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Sarasota, Florida

Hours: 12–4 pm

+19413716377

Visit website

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13058490135

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Anne Kolb Nature Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hollywood, Florida

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+19543575161

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 264.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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

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-...

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

254.5 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in

Take the exit toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa

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 256 Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West...

264.7 mi into trip | ~4h 49m in

Take the exit toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East

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 8 Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - Eas...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.23 one way

$84.46 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 93 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$45.94	$91.87
premium	$4.72	$49.33	$98.66
diesel	$5.61	$58.57	$117.15

Estimated Tolls: $0.78

Selmon Expressway (7.8 mi) $0.78

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

$42

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 92.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	79.6	0	$27.86	$12.73
Efficient EV	66.3	0	$23.21	$10.61
EV Truck/SUV	106.1	1	$37.14	$16.98

Gas CO2

93 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 18, 2026

Origin

Hollywood, FL

Late night in Hollywood on Tuesday

Local time

5:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tampa, FL

Late night in Tampa on Tuesday

Local time

5:15 AM

EDT

Current temp

92°F

Sunny

SSW 2 to 9 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 6:56AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

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

8 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

4h 50m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 228.7

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Primarily a highway-focused experience, this route boasts a 98% highway share, meaning you'll be on fast-paced roads for almost the entire 265.3 miles. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 236 miles on I-75, offering a consistent driving pace. The Port Everglades Expressway and Lee Roy Selmon Expressway contribute to the interstate feel, ensuring a smooth, albeit predictable, journey. This is a drive where you'll mainly be navigating through Florida's landscape at highway speeds, with little time spent on slower, local roads.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 236 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 12 significant decision points across 265.3 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 →

Founded 1921

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

Arriving in Tampa, FL

Full guide →

The city of Tampa is the county seat of Hillsborough County and the largest city on Florida's West Coast.

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 4h 50m. Total distance: 265.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 236 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.78 in tolls one way, starting with Selmon Expressway. 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.

Yes — we found about 15 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 Tampa, 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 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Tampa, 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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Trip from Hollywood, FL to Tampa, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

Elevation Coffee Heights

DI Coffee Bar

22nd Street Coffee

The Lab Coffee - Heights

Coffee Uniting People - CUP

Kubana Kafe

Electrify America Charging Station

Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electric Era Charging Station

Jule Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

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Hillsborough County Rest Area Northbound

Collier County Rest Area Southbound

Charlotte County Truck Stop Northbound

Pilot Travel Center

Collier County Rest Area Southbound

Hillsborough County Rest Area Southbound

Big Cypress National Preserve Access Area Northbound

Big Cypress National Preserve Access Area Southbound

Broward County Rest Area

10280

ONE9 Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Pilot Travel Center

Service Plaza

Magic Carpet Glide

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

The Florida Aquarium

Iconic Tampa Bay

Big Cat Habitat

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

Ingalls Park

Anne Kolb Nature Center

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Hollywood, FL

Tampa, FL

Same local time

8 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 50m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Starting in Hollywood, FL

Arriving in Tampa, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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