Pembroke Pines to Bay Hill is 217.3 miles and takes about 4h 8m via Florida's Turnpike and I-4, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the southern part of the state up toward the Orlando area. Given that 97% of the drive is on highways, expect a straightforward and efficient transit. This route is a solid choice if you're looking for a direct way to cover ground without many detours, making it ideal for a single-day excursion.
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
108.7 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
208.9 mi
3h 47m
Wallace Road
1.5 mi
3m
I 4
1.5 mi
1m
Apopka Vineland Road
0.6 mi
1m
Brookline Drive
0.5 mi
2m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Masters Boulevard
0.5 mi
1m
Turkey Lake Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 208.9 mi, about 3h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Bay Hill, FL.
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Start on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·58 sec·Southwest 8th Street
2
Continue on Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
3
Turn right onto SR 820
0.2 mi·31 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, OrlandoUse the right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
6
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
209 mi·3 hr 47 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 259Toward I 4: Orlando, TampaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
9
Merge onto I 4
1.5 mi·1 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Exit 74BToward UniversalUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on Adventure Way
0.3 mi·55 sec·Adventure Way
12
Turn left onto Hollywood Way
0.2 mi·37 sec·Hollywood Way
Use the left / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Turkey Lake Road
0.4 mi·57 sec·Turkey Lake Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right onto Wallace Road
1.5 mi·3 min·Wallace Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Apopka Vineland Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Apopka Vineland Road
16
Turn left onto Tarawood Drive
313 ft·23 sec·Tarawood Drive
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Brookline Drive
0.5 mi·2 min·Brookline Drive
18
Turn left onto Masters Boulevard
0.5 mi·1 min·Masters Boulevard
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Arrive at destination
Masters Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since this drive can be completed in under 4.5 hours, you have flexibility in when you depart. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid midday traffic, especially as you approach the Orlando area. With a fuel cost estimated at $37, plan to fill up before you leave or at a convenient stop along Florida's Turnpike. There's only one recommended stop, but you can always pull over for a break as needed. Given the minimal surface road driving, focus your attention on staying alert for changing traffic conditions on the main highways.
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 108.7 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.9 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 48 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.7 miles or 2h 1m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bay Hill, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pembroke Pines, 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 Pembroke Pines, FL
This is one driving day of about 217.3 miles and 4h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Pembroke Pines, 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 208.9 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 214.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
6
1.1 mi into trip|~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
8
210.4 mi into trip|~3h 52m in
Take the exit toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
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 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
7
212.8 mi into trip|~3h 55m in
Take the exit toward Universal
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 74B
Toward Universal
6
214.2 mi into trip|~3h 59m in|Wallace Road
Turn right onto Wallace Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.94 one way
$69.88 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.44
$38.00
$76.00
premium
$4.78
$40.88
$81.75
diesel
$6.18
$52.86
$105.72
Estimated Tolls: $14.62
Florida's Turnpike
(208.9 mi)$14.62
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
$35
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.2
0
$22.82
$10.43
Efficient EV
54.3
0
$19.01
$8.69
EV Truck/SUV
86.9
1
$30.42
$13.91
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Late night
in Pembroke Pines on Monday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 16 to 22 mph76% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:56AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:21AM EDT until October 18 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Bay Hill, FL
Late night
in Bay Hill on Monday
Local time
1:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
NNE 15 to 20 mph12% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:56AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 18 at 2:21AM EDT until October 18 at 11:00PM 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
4 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 8m 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?
You'll be on highways for almost the entire 217.3 miles, with only a small portion on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 208.9 miles, primarily on Florida's Turnpike. This means you'll experience a consistent highway driving environment for the bulk of your trip. Expect frequent exits and merges as you navigate this primarily highway-based route.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 208.9 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Wallace Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 217.3 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 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 8m. Total distance: 217.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 8m 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 208.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.62 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 12 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 Bay Hill, 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 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Bay Hill, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
