Cafe Dolce Amore
Around the midpoint, short detour
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Hours: 7 AM–7 PM
+17722025887
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
222.4 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ocoee, FL
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Hollywood, FL
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Ocoee to Hollywood is 222.4 miles and takes about 4h 9m via Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the Ocoee region down to the Hollywood area. It's a straightforward, mostly highway route, making it a convenient option for a single-day drive. Expect to cover a significant distance on the Turnpike before transitioning to I-95. Consider this if you need a quick and direct connection between these two points in the Sunshine State.
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
111.2 miles from Ocoee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 199.7 mi | 3h 35m |
| I 95 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Kissimmee Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Andrews Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Marshall Farms Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Maguire Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 19 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,207 veh/hr typical · worst 6,073
Quietest
2 AM
~284 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
18.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Ocoee, FL and Hollywood, FL.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Bluford Avenue
Turn left onto West McKey Street
Turn left onto Kissimmee Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Kissimmee Avenue
Continue on Maguire Road
Turn right onto Marshall Farms Road
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
Turn left onto SR 814
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 820
Continue on SR 820
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
Arrive at destination
Given the 4-hour drive time, leaving in the morning is your best bet to avoid the worst of any potential traffic. You'll have a long stretch on Florida's Turnpike, so plan your fuel stop before you get too low, as services can be spaced out on longer highway segments. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $35, this route is manageable for a single day. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can depart a little later if needed, but staying on schedule will make for a smoother arrival into Hollywood.
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.
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 49 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.2 miles or 2h 3m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Ocoee, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Ocoee, FL
This is one driving day of about 222.4 miles and 4h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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.
A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 111.2 miles from Ocoee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 199.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best coffee break · around the midpoint
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Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 221.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$33.67 one way
$67.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $36.94 | $73.88 |
| premium | $4.55 | $39.84 | $79.68 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $41.99 | $83.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $13.98
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
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.35 | $10.68 |
| Efficient EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.46 | $8.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89 | 1 | $31.14 | $14.23 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Ocoee on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Afternoon in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:41PM 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
You'll be on highways for about 97% of this 222.4-mile drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 199.7 miles, primarily on Florida's Turnpike. After this long highway segment, you'll transition to surface roads including Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard as you approach your destination. Expect a lot of exits and potential traffic merging as you navigate the latter part of the route into Hollywood.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 222.4 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 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 202.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
22 ft
Total Descent
133 ft
Highest Point
120 ft
Elevation Range
111 ft
Ocoee is in the United States in the state of Tennessee. Ocoee's claim to fame is the fact that they were a venue for the 1996 Olympics hosted by Atlanta, GA.
Top landmarks
Founded 1921
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 9m. Total distance: 222.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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