Driving from Okeechobee County to Pembroke Pines is a straightforward 125.7-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 42 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize Florida’s Turnpike, FL 710, and US 441 to navigate between these two Florida locations. With an estimated fuel cost of approximately $21, it is a budget-friendly way to transition from the rural landscapes of Okeechobee to the suburban environment of Pembroke Pines. Whether you are traveling for business or a weekend visit, the drive is efficient and requires minimal logistical planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.9 miles from Okeechobee County, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
55.7 mi
1h 2m
FL 710
51.4 mi
1h 9m
US 441
9.8 mi
13m
Northwest 160th Street
4.4 mi
6m
Park Street
1.4 mi
2m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Northeast 6th Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
Northeast 6th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 55.7 mi, about 1h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Okeechobee County, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
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Start on CR 68
4.4 mi·6 min·Northwest 160th Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 441
8.4 mi·11 min·US 441
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on US 441
1.4 mi·2 min·US 441
4
Turn left onto Northeast 6th Street
0.4 mi·54 sec·Northeast 6th Street
5
Turn right onto Northeast 6th Avenue
0.4 mi·58 sec·Northeast 6th Avenue
6
Turn left onto FL 70
1.4 mi·2 min·Park Street
7
Turn slight right onto FL 710
1.0 mi·1 min·FL 710
8
Continue on FL 710
50 mi·1 hr 7 min·FL 710
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto North Jog Road
0.2 mi·37 sec·North Jog Road
10
Take the ramp
503 ft·12 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
11
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·14 sec·this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Florida's Turnpike South
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, MiamiUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
56 mi·1 hr 2 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
18
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs during the 2-hour and 42-minute transit. Given that the vast majority of your route is on major highways, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Turnpike, as service plazas are your best bet for refueling. By staying mindful of these highway-heavy sections, you can ensure a smooth, stress-free arrival at your destination.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.9 miles from Okeechobee County, FL, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 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 28 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.9 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 14m
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 Okeechobee County, 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 Okeechobee County, FL
This is one driving day of about 125.7 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Okeechobee County, 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 55.7 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 4.4 and 125 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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4.4 mi into trip|~6m in|US 441
At end of road, turn right onto US 441
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
68 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
Navigation decision point
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
8
68.2 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
7
124.3 mi into trip|~2h 38m 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
125 mi into trip|~2h 39m in|Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.01 one way
$40.02 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg44 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$21.76
$43.53
premium
$4.72
$23.37
$46.75
diesel
$5.61
$27.75
$55.51
Estimated Tolls: $3.90
Florida's Turnpike
(55.7 mi)$3.90
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
$20
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.7
0
$13.20
$6.03
Efficient EV
31.4
0
$11.00
$5.03
EV Truck/SUV
50.3
0
$17.60
$8.04
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Okeechobee County, FL
Morning
in Okeechobee County on Sunday
Local time
7:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Morning
in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
7:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
2h 42m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 93% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The route transitions through varying Florida landscapes, shifting from the open character of the inland counties toward the more developed corridors near Pembroke Pines. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 55.7 miles while cruising along Florida's Turnpike, which allows for consistent speeds. While the drive is functional rather than scenic, the heavy reliance on highway infrastructure ensures you maintain steady momentum throughout the duration of the trip.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.7 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 710. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near US 441.
Driving Effort6/10
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 125.7 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: at 4.4 miles (US 441): Lane positioning matters here; at 68 miles: Navigation decision point; at 68.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Okeechobee County, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike North, Florida's Turnpike South, Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 125.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.90 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.
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 4.4 miles (US 441): Lane positioning matters here; at 68 miles: Navigation decision point; at 68.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pembroke Pines, FL before heading back.
