West Palm Beach Service Plaza
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Trip from Palm Coast, FL to Hollywood, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 4m
Distance
270.1 mi
435 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 51m
★
6 AM
5h 5m
8 AM
5h 32m
10 AM
5h 14m
12 PM
5h 11m
3 PM
5h 15m
5 PM
5h 30m
8 PM
4h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Coast, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 270.1-mile drive from Palm Coast, Florida, to Hollywood, Florida, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 4 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, with I-95 and Florida's Turnpike dominating the journey. Expect a highway-focused experience, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B. With an estimated fuel cost of $43, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion. This route keeps you within Florida for the entirety of your 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
135 miles from Palm Coast, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 174.7 mi | 3h 9m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 84.9 mi | 1h 32m |
| Florida Park Drive North | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Palm Coast Parkway West | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Andrews Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Okeechobee Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 174.7 mi, about 3h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Coast, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on Collingwood Lane
64 ft
·
7 sec
·
Collingwood Lane
2
Turn left onto Cimmaron Drive
213 ft
·
11 sec
·
Cimmaron Drive
3
Turn right onto Palm Harbor Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Palm Harbor Parkway
4
Turn left onto Florida Park Drive North
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Florida Park Drive North
5
Turn right onto Palm Coast Parkway West
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Palm Coast Parkway West
6
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
Merge onto I 95
160 mi
·
2 hr 51 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
85 mi
·
1 hr 32 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft
·
15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Northwest 16th Avenue
18
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Andrews Avenue
19
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft
·
16 sec
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
20
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
21
Merge onto I 95
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn left onto SR 820
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on SR 820
391 ft
·
5 sec
·
SR 820
25
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
26
Arrive at destination
SR 820
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you approach South Florida. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is over 174 miles, so plan your fuel and restroom breaks accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can sometimes be spaced out on major interstates; a good rule of thumb is to refuel when you hit a quarter tank, particularly before embarking on that long stretch on I-95.
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 135 miles from Palm Coast, FL, or about 2h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 174.7 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 59 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135 miles or 2h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Palm Coast, 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 Palm Coast, FL
This is one driving day of about 270.1 miles and 5h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Palm Coast, 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 I 95 for about 174.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135 miles from Palm Coast, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 174.7 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.
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
40392
0.1 mi from route
40391
0.1 mi from route
50341
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
50382
0.2 mi from route
50342
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.4 mi from route
50381
0.7 mi from route
Pompano Service Plaza
1.7 mi from route
Ingalls Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Hallandale Beach, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+19544571452
Visit websiteAnne Kolb Nature Center
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Hollywood, Florida
Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm
+19543575161
Visit websiteBulow Creek State Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, ~9 min detour
First break
3.5 mi from route
~9 min detour
Ormond Beach, Florida
+13866764050
Visit websiteEscape Room PSL
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Final third
3.4 mi from route
~8 min detour
Port St. Lucie, Florida
Hours: 4–10:30 pm
+17726266655
Visit websiteTaylor Park Rockledge
4.3
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, short detour
Early stretch
3.2 mi from route
~8 min detour
Rockledge, Florida
+13216331874
Visit websiteVeterans Park
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~11 min detour
Home stretch
4.6 mi from route
~11 min detour
Aventura, Florida
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+13054668930
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 163.5 and 268.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
163.5 mi into trip
|
~3h in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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.
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
7
164 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
8
164.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
250.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 37m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
7
268.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 1m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.99 one way
$85.99 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $46.77 | $93.54 |
| premium | $4.72 | $50.22 | $100.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.63 | $119.27 |
Estimated Tolls: $5.94
Florida's Turnpike
(84.9 mi)
$5.94
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
$43
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81 | 1 | $28.36 | $12.96 |
| Efficient EV | 67.5 | 0 | $23.63 | $10.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108 | 1 | $37.81 | $17.29 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Origin
Palm Coast, FL
Late night in Palm Coast on Tuesday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Late night in Hollywood on Tuesday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°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
2 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
5h 4m 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 route is almost entirely highway, with a 97% highway share. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-95, experiencing a long, uninterrupted stretch of 174.7 miles. While this makes for quick travel, be prepared for a consistent, high-speed driving environment. The focus here is on covering distance efficiently rather than on winding scenic byways or varied terrain.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 174.7 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 163.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 270.1 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 163.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Palm Coast, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Fort Pierce
163.5 mi in
|
~3h
Miami
164.8 mi in
|
~3h 3m
Florida's Turnpike South
164.8 mi in
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~3h 3m
About the Cities
Arriving in Hollywood, FL
Full guide →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
- • Hollywood Boulevard Historic Business District — human settlement in Hollywood, Florida, United States of America
- • Hollywood Garden Club — clubhouse in Hollywood, United States of America
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 5h 4m. Total distance: 270.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 174.7 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.94 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 19 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.
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 Hollywood, 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. There are 19 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 163.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 164 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hollywood, FL before the return drive.
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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