Ocoee to Pembroke Pines is 221.2 miles and takes about 4 hours 6 minutes via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, covering ground primarily on the Turnpike. Given the relatively short distance and highway focus, it's a straightforward drive suitable for a single day. Expect to spend most of your time on this well-maintained toll road, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points in the Sunshine State. Plan for a quick and direct transit.
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
110.6 miles from Ocoee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
217.1 mi
3h 55m
Kissimmee Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Marshall Farms Road
0.5 mi
1m
Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Hollywood Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Maguire Road
0.2 mi
<1m
West McKey Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 217.1 mi, about 3h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocoee, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on this road
47 ft·5 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Bluford Avenue
130 ft·10 sec·Bluford Avenue
3
Turn left onto West McKey Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·West McKey Street
4
Turn left onto Kissimmee Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Kissimmee Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto Kissimmee Avenue
0.2 mi·24 sec·Kissimmee Avenue
6
Continue on Maguire Road
0.2 mi·18 sec·Maguire Road
7
Turn right onto Marshall Farms Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Marshall Farms Road
8
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
217 mi·3 hr 55 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
13
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
15
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 4 hours, this is easily a one-day trip, so you have flexibility on when to depart. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive with plenty of daylight. There's only one recommended stop, so you can choose to make it a quick fuel and stretch break or skip it if you're comfortable with the duration. The majority of your travel will be on Florida's Turnpike, which has tolls, so ensure you have your SunPass or are prepared for toll by plate charges. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on the Turnpike is quite long at 217.1 miles.
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 110.6 miles from Ocoee, FL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 217.1 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 49 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.6 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 Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ocoee, 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 Ocoee, FL
This is one driving day of about 221.2 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Ocoee, 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 217.1 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 220.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Bluford Avenue
Turn right onto Bluford Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Ocala, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll
7
2.2 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South
7
219.8 mi into trip|~4h 2m 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
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220.4 mi into trip|~4h 3m in|Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.48 one way
$66.97 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.74
$73.48
premium
$4.55
$39.62
$79.25
diesel
$4.80
$41.77
$83.53
Estimated Tolls: $15.20
Florida's Turnpike
(217.1 mi)$15.20
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
$33
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.4
0
$23.23
$10.62
Efficient EV
55.3
0
$19.36
$8.85
EV Truck/SUV
88.5
1
$30.97
$14.16
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Ocoee, FL
Afternoon
in Ocoee on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:21PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon
in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Partly Sunny
SE 13 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:21PM 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
1 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 6m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 98% highway, so you'll be on limited-access roads for almost the entire 221.2-mile trip. The longest stretch of continuous driving is 217.1 miles, all on Florida's Turnpike. You'll transition to surface roads like Kissimmee Avenue and Southwest 64th Way for the final few miles into Pembroke Pines. Expect a consistent driving experience with frequent exits characteristic of major toll highways.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 217.1 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 Kissimmee Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bluford Avenue.
Driving Effort5/10
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 221.2 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (Bluford Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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
•Woman's Club of Ocoee — historic site in Ocoee, Florida, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 221.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 217.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $15.20 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 14 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: near the start (Bluford Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Pembroke Pines, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
