Lakeside, FL to Hollywood, FL is 331.7 miles and takes about 6h 12m via I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $52 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, taking you south through varied Florida landscapes. With 93% highway driving, it's a straightforward trip primarily on major interstates. It's a solid option if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground between these two points without significant detours. Plan for a single day to complete this route comfortably.
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
165.9 miles from Lakeside, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
222.2 mi
4h
Florida's Turnpike
84.9 mi
1h 32m
West Beltway
10.3 mi
11m
Blanding Boulevard
4.9 mi
8m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
2m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Okeechobee Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 222.2 mi, about 4h
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 65 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,287 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,036
Quietest
2 AM
~260 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.6×
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 Lakeside, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on Harden Road
222 ft·11 sec·Harden Road
2
Turn right onto Parkside Avenue
339 ft·20 sec·Parkside Avenue
3
Turn left onto Moody Avenue
0.2 mi·27 sec·Moody Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto Peoria Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Peoria Road
5
Turn right onto CR 224
0.5 mi·53 sec·College Drive
6
Turn right onto FL 21
4.9 mi·8 min·Blanding Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 295 South: Daytona BeachUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 295
5.3 mi·6 min·West Beltway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
4.9 mi·5 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 61AToward I 95 South: Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 95
207 mi·3 hr 43 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
14
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
17
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
85 mi·1 hr 32 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
20
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
22
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
23
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft·16 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
24
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
25
Merge onto I 95
15 mi·17 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 20Toward SR 820: Hollywood BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
27
Turn left onto SR 820
0.6 mi·1 min·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
28
Continue on SR 820
391 ft·5 sec·SR 820
29
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi·38 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
30
Arrive at destination
SR 820
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 12m estimated drive time, starting your trip in Lakeside, FL early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight. The route has only one recommended stop, suggesting you can make good time. With 93% highway driving, be prepared for consistent speeds and potential traffic near urban centers. Your estimated fuel cost is around $52, so ensure your tank is full before departing. The longest stretch without significant changes in road type is 222.2 miles on I 95, so plan your breaks accordingly.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 165.9 miles from Lakeside, FL, or about 3h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 222.2 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 73 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.9 miles or 3h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, FL
This is one driving day of about 331.7 miles and 6h 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Lakeside, 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 95 for about 222.2 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 17 and 311.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
17 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 61A
Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
8
225.2 mi into trip|~4h 9m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
7
225.6 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
8
226.4 mi into trip|~4h 11m in
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
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
311.8 mi into trip|~5h 45m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.21 one way
$100.42 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg116 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$55.10
$110.19
premium
$4.55
$59.42
$118.84
diesel
$4.80
$62.63
$125.26
Estimated Tolls: $5.94
Florida's Turnpike
(84.9 mi)$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
$50
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
99.5
1
$34.83
$15.92
Efficient EV
82.9
0
$29.02
$13.27
EV Truck/SUV
132.7
1
$46.44
$21.23
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 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
Lakeside, FL
Late night
in Lakeside on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 6 to 9 mph44% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Late night
in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 6 to 12 mph51% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 12m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 57.2
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
$25
near mile 125.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect to be on the highway for most of this trip, with 93% of the 331.7 miles utilizing major roads like I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. You'll experience a long stretch of 222.2 miles on I 95 before transitioning to other routes. The drive features a high density of exits and merges common to interstate travel through populated areas. Surface roads will only come into play for the final portion of your drive.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 222.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 26 significant decision points across 331.7 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 17 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 225.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 225.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
64 ft9 ft
Total Climb
70 ft
Total Descent
124 ft
Highest Point
64 ft
Elevation Range
54 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lakeside, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
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 6h 12m. Total distance: 331.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 12m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 222.2 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.94 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 28 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 Hollywood, 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 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 17 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 225.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 225.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Matanzas National Monument, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hollywood, FL before the return drive.
