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Trip from Miramar, FL to Pine Castle, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 2m

Distance

213.3 mi

343 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 49m ★
6 AM
4h 2m
8 AM
4h 28m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 9m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 27m
8 PM
3h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Miramar, FL, FL

Miramar, FL

Arian Fernandez

Downtown Pine Castle, FL, FL

Pine Castle, FL

Hasan İNCE

Trip Overview

Miramar, FL to Pine Castle, FL is 213.3 miles and takes about 4h 2m via Tropicana Street, West Arcadia Drive, and Pembroke Road, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, making it a straightforward drive without crossing state lines. Given the relatively short duration and the fact that it's primarily on surface roads, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion. You'll be navigating local streets for the majority of the trip, so expect a more connected-to-the-ground experience compared to interstate travel.

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

106.6 miles from Miramar, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 204.5 mi 3h 43m
South Orange Blossom Trail 2.8 mi 5m
West Oak Ridge Road 1.7 mi 3m
Pembroke Road 1.2 mi 2m
South 62nd Avenue 1 mi 2m
Bahama Drive 0.4 mi 1m
South Orange Avenue 0.1 mi <1m
West Arcadia Drive <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 204.5 mi, about 3h 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Miramar, FL and Pine Castle, FL.

1

Start on Bahama Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Bahama Drive
2

At end of road, turn right onto Tropicana Street

158 ft · 12 sec · Tropicana Street
3

Turn left onto West Arcadia Drive

527 ft · 24 sec · West Arcadia Drive
4

Turn right onto SR 824

1.2 mi · 2 min · Pembroke Road
5

Turn left onto South 62nd Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · South 62nd Avenue
6

Turn left onto SR 820

441 ft · 25 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7

Turn left

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll: Miami, Orlando Use the left lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
9

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

205 mi · 3 hr 43 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 254 Toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlando International Airport Use the slight right lane.
11

Turn straight onto US 17; US 92; US 441

2.8 mi · 5 min · South Orange Blossom Trail
Use the straight lane.
12

Turn right onto West Oak Ridge Road

1.7 mi · 3 min · West Oak Ridge Road
Use the right lane.
13

Turn right onto FL 527

0.1 mi · 16 sec · South Orange Avenue
14

Turn left onto East Wallace Street

323 ft · 14 sec · East Wallace Street
Use the left lane.
15

Turn left onto FL 527

222 ft · 4 sec · Hansel Avenue
16

Arrive at destination

FL 527

Trip Plan

For this 213.3-mile drive, consider leaving Miramar, FL in the mid-morning to avoid the peak morning commute. With a 4h 2m estimated travel time and a fuel cost around $33, this is easily a one-day trip, giving you flexibility. Plan for your single stop at a point that breaks up the drive comfortably, perhaps around the halfway mark. Since you'll be on surface roads like Tropicana Street, West Arcadia Drive, and Pembroke Road for the entire trip, be prepared for traffic lights and local speed limits, which will influence your actual arrival time more than the estimated duration.

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 106.6 miles from Miramar, FL, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 204.5 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 47 miles or 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 106.6 miles or 2h 1m 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 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Castle, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Miramar, 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 Miramar, FL

This is one driving day of about 213.3 miles and 4h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Miramar, 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 204.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

county in Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Okeechobee County, FL

107 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

Seminole Manor, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.6 miles from Miramar, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 204.5 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.

Best coffee break · home stretch

Lucid Beans Coffee - SODO

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

Visit website

Sunflower Bistro and Catering

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Fort Pierce, Florida

Hours: Closed

+17722415051

Visit website

Mai Tiki Restaurant & Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30

Stuart, Florida

Hours: 3–9 PM

+17728883518

Visit website

Lucid Beans Coffee - SODO

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

Visit website

Kolombia Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7:30 AM–2 PM

Visit website

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14072012627

Visit website

Oak Cafe & Farmers Market

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30

Oakland Park, Florida

Hours: 8 AM–8 PM

+19545415969

Visit website

Café Barista - Kissimmee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14079351384

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

The Googan Coffee Shop - North Stuart

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour Inexpensiv

Stuart, Florida

Hours: 6 AM–6 PM

+17727427123

Visit website

Bomboloni Bakery Café Ristorante

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour Moderately

Jensen Beach, Florida

Hours: 9 AM–3 PM

+17722618913

Visit website

Fort Drum Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pompano Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

West Palm Beach Service Plaza

0.3 mi from route

Canoe Creek Service Plaza

0.3 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.3 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.4 mi from route

40392

0.8 mi from route

40391

1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

1.5 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

1.7 mi from route

Crayola Experience Orlando

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14077571700

Visit website

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

Peaceful Waters Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Wellington, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15617914005

Visit website

Joseph C. Carter Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19548285411

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Stuart Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Stuart, Florida

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+17722204600

Visit website

Orange County Regional History Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour Inexpensiv

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078368500

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 213.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | West Arcadia Drive

Turn left onto West Arcadia Drive

Navigation decision point

9
2.8 mi into trip | ~7m in

Turn left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll: Miami, Orlando

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll: Miami, Orlando
6
3 mi into trip | ~8m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
8
207.9 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in

Take the exit toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlando International Airport

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 254 Toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlan...
6
213.2 mi into trip | ~4h 2m in | East Wallace Street

Turn left onto East Wallace Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.30 one way

$68.59 round trip

$4.08/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.46 $37.41 $74.82
premium $4.78 $40.16 $80.32
diesel $6.28 $52.70 $105.41

Estimated Tolls: $14.32

Florida's Turnpike (204.5 mi) $14.32

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

$34

Tolls

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 64 0 $22.40 $10.24
Efficient EV 53.3 0 $18.66 $8.53
EV Truck/SUV 85.3 1 $29.86 $13.65

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Oct 19, 2026

Origin

Miramar, FL

Morning in Miramar on Friday

Local time

7:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

NE 16 to 21 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 7:08AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

Pine Castle, FL

Morning in Pine Castle on Friday

Local time

7:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Chance Rain Showers

NNE 10 to 20 mph 25% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 7:08AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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

4 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 2m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive covers 213.3 miles with 0% on highways, meaning you'll be on surface roads for the entire duration. The longest stretch without a turn isn't specified, but with a 4h 2m estimated drive time, you'll encounter frequent intersections and traffic signals. Expect to navigate through developed areas, with the primary roads like Tropicana Street, West Arcadia Drive, and Pembroke Road likely featuring consistent commercial and residential development. You'll notice a steady pace dictated by local traffic patterns rather than high-speed cruising.

96% 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: 204.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and South Orange Blossom Trail. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near West Arcadia Drive.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 213.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.5 miles (West Arcadia Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

102 ft 12 ft

Total Climb

111 ft

Total Descent

22 ft

Highest Point

102 ft

~213.3 mi in

Elevation Range

90 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Miramar, FL

Full guide →

Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.

Arriving in Pine Castle, FL

Full guide →

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 4h 2m. Total distance: 213.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 204.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $14.32 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 12 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (West Arcadia Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Pine Castle, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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