This 355.7-mile drive from Macclenny to Pembroke Pines, Florida, is a substantial journey that can be completed in about 6 hours and 34 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a segment on I-10, this route is almost entirely highway, making it well-suited for a single day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $57, it's an economical option for covering significant ground within the state. The drive offers a straightforward path through Florida, largely on major interstates, so plan for consistent travel speeds and minimal scenic detours. You'll likely want to make just one planned stop to break up the nearly 356 miles.
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
177.9 miles from Macclenny, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
207.2 mi
3h 43m
Florida's Turnpike
102.2 mi
1h 52m
I 10
19.6 mi
21m
West Beltway
19.6 mi
22m
North 5th Street
1.9 mi
3m
Okeechobee Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 207.2 mi, about 3h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macclenny, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
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Start on FL 228
1.9 mi·3 min·North 5th Street
2
Turn left
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 10 East: JacksonvilleUse the left lane.
3
Merge onto I 10
20 mi·21 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 356Toward I 295: Daytona Beach, SavannahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 295
15 mi·16 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
4.9 mi·5 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 61AToward I 95 South: Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
207 mi·3 hr 43 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 129Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort PierceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft·12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: OkeechobeeUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi·57 sec·Okeechobee Road
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the left lane.
15
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
102 mi·1 hr 52 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
20
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour, 34-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Macclenny to avoid potential traffic as you approach South Florida. While it's feasible as a single-day trip, breaking it up with one stop is advisable, perhaps around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. Be mindful of the longest stretch of 207.2 miles on I-95; ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on this segment. With 92% of the route on highways, you'll want to have your toll transponder ready, especially for Florida's Turnpike.
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 177.9 miles from Macclenny, FL, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 207.2 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 78 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 177.9 miles or 3h 16m 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 26m
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 Macclenny, 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 Macclenny, FL
This is one driving day of about 355.7 miles and 6h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Macclenny, 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 207.2 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 251.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.9 mi into trip|~3m in
Turn left toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
8
21.7 mi into trip|~25m in
Take the exit toward I 295: Daytona Beach, Savannah
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 356
Toward I 295: Daytona Beach, Savannah
7
42.2 mi into trip|~49m 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
250.4 mi into trip|~4h 34m 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
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251.6 mi into trip|~4h 37m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.62 one way
$113.24 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg125 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$61.59
$123.18
premium
$4.72
$66.14
$132.28
diesel
$5.61
$78.53
$157.07
Estimated Tolls: $7.16
Florida's Turnpike
(102.2 mi)$7.16
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
$57
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
106.7
1
$37.35
$17.07
Efficient EV
88.9
1
$31.12
$14.23
EV Truck/SUV
142.3
1
$49.80
$22.76
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
42 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 Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Macclenny, FL
Night
in Macclenny on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Night
in Pembroke Pines on Saturday
Local time
10:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
E 6 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 20 at 8:00PM EDT 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
19 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
6h 34m 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.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
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...
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 85.9
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 147.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 92% of the drive on major interstates like I-95, Florida's Turnpike, and I-10. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 207.2 miles, primarily on I-95, meaning you can maintain steady progress for significant portions of the trip. This profile suggests a driving experience characterized by higher speeds and efficient travel, rather than winding scenic byways. As you transition from I-10 onto the Turnpike and I-95, the road character remains consistently that of a major artery designed for long-distance travel.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 207.2 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 1.9 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 17 significant decision points across 355.7 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 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Macclenny, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Savannah, Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 34m. Total distance: 355.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 34m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 207.2 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.16 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 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 21.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Fort Matanzas 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 6.6 hours each way, a round trip means 13.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Pembroke Pines, FL before the return drive.
