Trip from Indian Harbour Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
169.7 mi
273 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
43 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indian Harbour Beach, FL
Brent Singleton
Trip Overview
Traveling the 172.5 miles from Indian Harbour Beach to Hollywood is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 51 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate sprint, you should plan for a full day of travel to stay comfortable behind the wheel. Budget approximately $29 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Florida coastal locations. Given the duration, this trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect a steady pace as you navigate through local corridors rather than fast-moving highways.
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
84.8 miles from Indian Harbour Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 84.9 mi | 1h 32m |
| I 95 | 68.9 mi | 1h 15m |
| Eau Gallie Boulevard | 6.9 mi | 12m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Eau Gallie Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| Highway A1A | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Andrews Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Harbour Beach, FL and Hollywood, FL.
Start on School Road
Turn left onto Biscayne Drive
Turn left onto Ronnie Drive
Turn right onto Palm Springs Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto SR A1A
Turn straight
Turn straight onto FL 518
Continue on FL 518
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto FL 70
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
Turn left onto SR 814
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 820
Continue on SR 820
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this route involves a turn-heavy local drive, aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid the inevitable congestion of local traffic. You should plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, which will help keep you alert while navigating the secondary roads. The lack of highway stretches means your travel time can fluctuate based on local conditions, so maintain a flexible schedule. Keep your navigation system running to help you track the frequent turns along Biscayne Drive and Palm Springs Boulevard. By staying mindful of these specific local road transitions, you can ensure a smoother and more predictable arrival in Hollywood.
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.
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 37 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.8 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
Open the route before leaving Indian Harbour Beach, 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 Indian Harbour Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 169.7 miles and 3h 19m.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
85 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
A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 84.8 miles from Indian Harbour Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Pilot Travel Center
Love's Travel Stop
40392
40391
Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza
Flying J Travel Center
Love's Travel Stop
50382
TA
50381
Pompano Service Plaza
Wreck It Ft Laudy
Near the end, short detour
Oakland Park, Florida
Joseph C. Carter Park
Near the end, short detour
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+19548285411
Visit websiteIngalls Park
Near the end, short detour
Hallandale Beach, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+19544571452
Visit websiteAnne Kolb Nature Center
Near the end, short detour
Hollywood, Florida
Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm
+19543575161
Visit websiteEscape Room PSL
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Hours: 4–10:30 pm
+17726266655
Visit websiteRiverbend Park
Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Jupiter, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+15617411359
Visit websiteMorikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Later in the drive, ~11 min detour
Delray Beach, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+15614950233
Visit websitePeaceful Waters Sanctuary
Later in the drive, ~10 min detour
Wellington, Florida
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+15617914005
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 63.1 and 168.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.01 one way
$54.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $29.38 | $58.77 |
| premium | $4.72 | $31.55 | $63.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.47 | $74.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.94
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
$27
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
43 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Florida Nexxus Park- Tesla Supercharger
Fort Pierce, FL
40 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Melbourne, FL
20 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Vero Beach, FL
16 DCFC
Town Center at St. Lucie West - Tesla Supercharger
Port St. Lucie, FL
16 DCFC
Port St. Lucie-Fort Pierce Service Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Port St. Lucie, FL
16 DCFC
TA, Vero Beach, FL
Vero Beach, FL
12 DCFC
Fort Pierce, FL Rechargery @ Wawa - Selvitz Rd
Fort Pierce, FL
10 DCFC
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger
Melbourne, FL
8 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.9 | 0 | $17.82 | $8.15 |
| Efficient EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.85 | $6.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.9 | 0 | $23.76 | $10.86 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Origin
Indian Harbour Beach, FL
Morning in Indian Harbour Beach on Tuesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Morning in Hollywood on Tuesday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
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
13 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
3h 19m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than your typical interstate cruise, as this route relies entirely on local roads like Biscayne Drive, Ronnie Drive, and Palm Springs Boulevard. With a highway share of 0%, the character of this drive is defined by frequent turns and a focus on local navigation rather than open-road speed. You will spend your time winding through built-up areas, requiring your full attention to manage the constant shifts in the road layout. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of highway, the journey maintains a consistent, moderate tempo from start to finish. It is a practical, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local landscape.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 63.1 miles in.
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 22 significant decision points across 169.7 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 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Indian Harbour Beach, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Fort Pierce
Miami
Florida's Turnpike South
About the Cities
Arriving 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
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 19m. Total distance: 169.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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