Origin
North Lauderdale, FL
Afternoon in North Lauderdale on Sunday
Local time
2:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Lauderdale, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
16.3 mi
26 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Lauderdale, FL
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Trip Overview
This quick 16.3-mile drive from North Lauderdale to Pembroke Pines should take you about 24 minutes, making it an easy day trip. The route primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike, Rock Island Road, and Southwest 71st Avenue. With a highway share of 73%, expect a predominantly fast-paced journey. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $3, so you won't need to budget much for gas. Since there are no recommended overnight stops and the drive is so short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 11.8 mi | 13m |
| Rock Island Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 71st Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Commercial Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Kimberly Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 11.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Lauderdale, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on this road
155 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Kimberly Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Kimberly Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Southwest 71st Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 71st Avenue
4
Continue on Rock Island Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Rock Island Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto SR 870
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Commercial Boulevard
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
10
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
12
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 15.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Southwest 71st Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest 71st Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
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.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
14.9 mi into trip
|
~20m 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
6
15.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.59 one way
$5.19 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.82 | $5.64 |
| premium | $4.72 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.83
Florida's Turnpike
(11.8 mi)
$0.83
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$1
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
2:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
24m 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?
This trip is largely highway-focused, with a substantial 73% of the journey on faster roads. You'll experience an uninterrupted stretch of 11.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent driving pace. While the majority is highway, expect transitions onto local roads like Rock Island Road and Southwest 71st Avenue as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll get a taste of both efficient travel and more localized Florida streets.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.8 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 Rock Island Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Southwest 71st Avenue.
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 16.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.4 miles (Southwest 71st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Lauderdale, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
2.4 mi in
|
~5m
Miami
2.4 mi in
|
~5m
About the Cities
Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL
Full guide →Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
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 24m. Total distance: 16.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.83 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. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Southwest 71st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pembroke Pines, FL before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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