Lake Butler to Pembroke Pines is 219.5 miles and takes about 4h 10m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This mostly highway drive stays within Florida, taking you from the central part of the state down towards South Florida. Given its relatively short duration and high highway percentage, it's a straightforward trip suitable for a single day. You'll be on a well-trafficked corridor, so expect consistent traffic, especially as you approach your destination. Plan for a smooth, direct transit with minimal complexities.
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
109.7 miles from Lake Butler, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
208.6 mi
3h 46m
Conroy Windermere Road
2.2 mi
4m
Kirkman Road
1.7 mi
2m
6th Avenue
1.5 mi
3m
Conroy Road
1 mi
1m
I 4
0.9 mi
1m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 208.6 mi, about 3h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Butler, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
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Start on this road
0.1 mi·45 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto Pine Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·Pine Street
3
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·2nd Avenue
4
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi·26 sec·Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
75 ft·1 sec·Main Street
6
Continue on Main Street
408 ft·8 sec·Main Street
7
Enter roundabout onto 6th Avenue
155 ft·5 sec·6th Avenue
8
Continue on 6th Avenue
1.5 mi·3 min·6th Avenue
9
Continue on Conroy Windermere Road
2.2 mi·4 min·Conroy Windermere Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Conroy Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Conroy Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto FL 435
1.7 mi·2 min·Kirkman Road
Use the left lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 East: OrlandoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 4
0.9 mi·1 min·I 4
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 77Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami, OcalaUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on this road
0.1 mi·15 sec·this road
Use the straight lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
209 mi·3 hr 46 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
20
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
22
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
For this 4h 10m drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to avoid heavier traffic closer to Pembroke Pines. You'll cover 219.5 miles with a fuel cost around $35, making it an easy same-day trip. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to push through or take a brief break as needed. Pay attention to the exit numbers as you get closer to your destination, as the transition from the Turnpike to local roads can get busy. Ensure you have enough fuel before starting, as the longest stretch is over 200 miles on the Turnpike.
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 109.7 miles from Lake Butler, FL, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.6 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 48 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.7 miles or 2h 8m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lake Butler, 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 Lake Butler, FL
This is one driving day of about 219.5 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Lake Butler, 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 208.6 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 218.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.9 mi into trip|~3m in|6th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 6th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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5.6 mi into trip|~13m in|FL 435 / Kirkman Road
Turn right onto FL 435 / Kirkman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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8.6 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
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 77
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami, Ocala
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9 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
7
218.1 mi into trip|~4h 6m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.23 one way
$66.45 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.46
$72.92
premium
$4.55
$39.32
$78.64
diesel
$4.80
$41.45
$82.89
Estimated Tolls: $14.60
Florida's Turnpike
(208.6 mi)$14.60
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
$33
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.9
0
$23.05
$10.54
Efficient EV
54.9
0
$19.21
$8.78
EV Truck/SUV
87.8
1
$30.73
$14.05
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Lake Butler, FL
Late night
in Lake Butler on Sunday
Local time
5:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:12PM CDT until July 18 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:06PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Late night
in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
5:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Partly Sunny
SE 13 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:12PM CDT until July 18 at 5:00PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:06PM CDT 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
1 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
4h 10m 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?
With 95% of this route on highways, you'll spend nearly the entire 4h 10m drive on high-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch of highway is 208.6 miles, all on Florida's Turnpike. You'll transition to surface roads like Conroy Windermere Road and Kirkman Road as you approach your destination in Pembroke Pines. Expect a steady flow of traffic and numerous exits as you get closer to the urban areas of South Florida.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 208.6 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Conroy Windermere Road. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near 6th Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 219.5 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (6th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.6 miles (FL 435 / Kirkman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 10m. Total distance: 219.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 208.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.60 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.
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 Pembroke Pines, 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 0.9 miles (6th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.6 miles (FL 435 / Kirkman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Pembroke Pines, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
