Hollywood, FL to Wesley Chapel, FL is 280.9 miles and takes about 5h 7m via I 75 and I 95, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Florida, mostly on major interstate highways. Given its relatively short duration and predominantly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive perfect for a single-day excursion. Plan for a smooth ride with minimal complications, making it an easy option for getting from South Florida to the Tampa Bay area.
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
140.5 miles from Hollywood, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 34m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
260.3 mi
4h 39m
Port Everglades Expressway
11.8 mi
13m
I 95
4.1 mi
4m
Wesley Chapel Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.2 mi
1m
Shelley Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Benjamin Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 260.3 mi, about 4h 39m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 77 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,571 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,185
Quietest
2 AM
~274 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
13×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, FL and Wesley Chapel, 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
4.1 mi·4 min·I 95
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 24Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 595 WestUse 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
260 mi·4 hr 39 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 279Toward CR 54, FL 54: Zephyrhills, Wesley ChapelUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
301 ft·7 sec
Toward CR 54 East: Zephyrhills, Wesley ChapelUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn slight right onto CR 54
1.6 mi·2 min·Wesley Chapel Boulevard
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto Shelley Drive
463 ft·22 sec·Shelley Drive
15
Turn right onto Benjamin Drive
197 ft·8 sec·Benjamin Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Benjamin Drive
Trip Plan
This route is designed for a single day, so leaving in the morning will give you plenty of time. With a total drive of just over 5 hours, you won't need many stops, but plan for at least one break to stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $44, so ensure your tank is full before you depart to avoid needing to search for a gas station in the final stretch. Since you're sticking to major interstates like I 75, keep an eye on the exit numbers to help you gauge your progress towards Wesley Chapel.
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 140.5 miles from Hollywood, FL, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 260.3 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 62 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.5 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wesley Chapel, 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 280.9 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 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 260.3 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 279.1 — 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
8
278.8 mi into trip|~5h 3m in
Take the exit toward CR 54, FL 54: Zephyrhills, Wesley Chapel
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 279
Toward CR 54, FL 54: Zephyrhills, Wesley Chapel
9
279.1 mi into trip|~5h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward CR 54 East: Zephyrhills, Wesley Chapel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward CR 54 East: Zephyrhills, Wesley Chapel
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.52 one way
$85.04 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg98 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$46.66
$93.32
premium
$4.55
$50.32
$100.64
diesel
$4.80
$53.04
$106.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
84.3
1
$29.49
$13.48
Efficient EV
70.2
0
$24.58
$11.24
EV Truck/SUV
112.4
1
$39.33
$17.98
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Hollywood, FL
Late night
in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
S 3 to 12 mph49% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:42PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Wesley Chapel, FL
Late night
in Wesley Chapel on Sunday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
W 3 mph40% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:42PM EDT by NWS Miami 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
7 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
5h 7m 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 222.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend nearly all your time on highways, with a 98% highway share. The longest continuous stretch of driving is 260.3 miles on I 75. Expect a consistent cruising experience for the vast majority of the trip. The transition to surface roads will only occur in the final miles as you approach Wesley Chapel.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 260.3 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 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 15 significant decision points across 280.9 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.
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 5h 7m. Total distance: 280.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m 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 260.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 20 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 Wesley Chapel, 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 20 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 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Wesley Chapel, FL before the return drive.
