Traveling from Hollywood to Tavares covers 246.5 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 44 minutes of drive time. Because this journey is manageable in a single day, you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $41 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Florida locations. You will primarily utilize Florida’s Turnpike, I-95, and the Western Beltway to navigate between the southern coast and your destination. It is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick change of pace, the route is designed for those looking to reach Tavares with minimal fuss.
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
123.2 miles from Hollywood, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
199.2 mi
3h 35m
I 95
15.1 mi
17m
Western Beltway
10.4 mi
11m
Orange Blossom Trail
7.2 mi
10m
CR Old 441
3.2 mi
5m
East 5th Avenue
2.5 mi
5m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 199.2 mi, about 3h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, FL and Tavares, 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 BeachUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
15 mi·17 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 36Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard WestUse the left / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto SR 814
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.3 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
14
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
199 mi·3 hr 35 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 267AToward FL 429 Toll: Apopka, Tampa, UF Research & Education Center, Winter GardenUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi·2 min
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Merge onto FL 429 Toll
10 mi·11 min·Western Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·16 sec
Exit 34Toward US 441, CR 437: Orange Blossom Trail, Plymouth Sorrento RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
368 ft·15 sec
Toward Orange Blossom TrailUse the left lane.
20
Continue on SR 429 Connector Road
0.2 mi·27 sec·SR 429 Connector Road
21
Turn right onto US 441
7.2 mi·10 min·Orange Blossom Trail
22
Turn slight left onto CR 500A
1.0 mi·1 min·Old Highway 441
23
Continue on CR Old 441
1.0 mi·2 min·South Highland Street
24
Turn left onto CR Old 441
2.5 mi·5 min·East 5th Avenue
25
Turn left onto CR Old 441
3.1 mi·5 min·CR Old 441
26
Turn slight left onto CR Old 441
399 ft·13 sec·CR Old 441
27
Turn left onto North Saint Clair Abrams Avenue
349 ft·17 sec·North Saint Clair Abrams Avenue
28
Turn left onto CR Old 441
56 ft·1 sec·East Alfred Street
29
Arrive at destination
CR Old 441
Trip Plan
To keep your drive stress-free, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4-hour and 44-minute duration. Since the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like the Turnpike and I-95, traffic patterns can shift quickly, so checking for delays before you depart is a smart move. Because the highway share is so high, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you hit the long 199.2-mile stretch to avoid unnecessary exits. Taking advantage of the single-day timeline gives you the flexibility to depart early in the morning to beat peak congestion. Focus on pacing your rest breaks carefully to stay alert during the long, uninterrupted segments of the drive.
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 123.2 miles from Hollywood, FL, or about 2h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 199.2 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 54 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.2 miles or 2h 18m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tavares, 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 246.5 miles and 4h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 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 Florida's Turnpike for about 199.2 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 231.3 — 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
17 mi into trip|~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
8
219.2 mi into trip|~4h 2m in
Take the exit toward FL 429 Toll: Apopka, Tampa, UF Research & Education Center, Winter Garden
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 267A
Toward FL 429 Toll: Apopka, Tampa, UF Research...
8
231.1 mi into trip|~4h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 441, CR 437: Orange Blossom Trail, Plymouth Sorrento Road
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 34
Toward US 441, CR 437: Orange Blossom Trail, Pl...
8
231.3 mi into trip|~4h 17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Orange Blossom Trail
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Orange Blossom Trail
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.24 one way
$78.47 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$42.68
$85.36
premium
$4.72
$45.84
$91.67
diesel
$5.61
$54.42
$108.85
Estimated Tolls: $13.94
Florida's Turnpike
(199.2 mi)$13.94
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
$39
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74
0
$25.88
$11.83
Efficient EV
61.6
0
$21.57
$9.86
EV Truck/SUV
98.6
1
$34.51
$15.78
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Hollywood, FL
Morning
in Hollywood on Tuesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tavares, FL
Morning
in Tavares on Tuesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
3 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 44m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its high-speed connectivity, as 87% of the journey consists of major highways. You should prepare for a consistent, interstate-heavy experience rather than a winding backroads adventure. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be spent on a 199.2-mile stretch along Florida's Turnpike, which keeps the pace steady and predictable. As you transition from the coastal region toward the interior, the road maintains a fast, functional character. Expect a driving experience that favors momentum, allowing you to cover the majority of the 246.5 miles without frequent interruptions.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 199.2 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 1.2 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 24 significant decision points across 246.5 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
99 ft9 ft
Total Climb
94 ft
Total Descent
29 ft
Highest Point
99 ft
~211.2 mi in
Elevation Range
89 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hollywood, FL and Tavares, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North, Tampa, Uf Research & Education Center and Winter Garden.
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 4h 44m. Total distance: 246.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 199.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $13.94 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.
Yes — we found about 14 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 Tavares, 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 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Tavares, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
