Pembroke Pines to Casselberry is 229.5 miles and takes about 4h 19m via Florida's Turnpike and I-4, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, moving north from the south region to the central part of the state. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward drive for a single day. The estimated fuel cost is around $35, so factor that into your budget. This route is well-suited for a quick, efficient trip.
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
114.7 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
208.9 mi
3h 47m
I 4
12.4 mi
14m
Orlando Avenue
3.3 mi
5m
US 17 Truck
1.8 mi
3m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Seminola Boulevard
0.4 mi
<1m
Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Hollywood Boulevard
0.2 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 Casselberry, FL.
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Start on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·58 sec·Southwest 8th Street
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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 right at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
9
Merge onto I 4
12 mi·14 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
0.1 mi·17 sec·US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90A-BToward FL 414: ApopkaUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
0.1 mi·19 sec·US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90AToward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspur Road, Maitland, Maitland Art CenterUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
1.5 mi·2 min·US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Exit 90AToward FL 414 East: Maitland
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Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 17 South, US 92 West
14
Continue on Greenwood Road
434 ft·9 sec·Greenwood Road
15
Turn left onto US 17; US 92
3.3 mi·5 min·Orlando Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto Button Road
0.1 mi·27 sec·Button Road
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto Seminola Boulevard
0.4 mi·43 sec·Seminola Boulevard
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Arrive at destination
Seminola Boulevard
Trip Plan
For this 229.5-mile drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With a total duration of around 4h 19m, it's easily a one-day trip, so you have flexibility in departure time. The longest stretch is 208.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so plan for a fuel and rest stop before you get too low. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the 200-mile mark to ensure you don't need to detour for gas. The $35 fuel cost is an estimate, so it's wise to have a little extra budgeted.
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 114.7 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 2h 7m 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 50 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.7 miles or 2h 7m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Casselberry, 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 229.5 miles and 4h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 223.6 — 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
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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
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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
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223.5 mi into trip|~4h 8m in|US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Take the exit onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414: Apopka
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 90A-B
Toward FL 414: Apopka
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223.6 mi into trip|~4h 8m in|US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck
Keep slight right at fork onto US 17 Truck; US 92 Truck toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspur Road, Maitland, Maitland Art Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 90A
Toward FL 414 East: Maitland Boulevard, Sandspu...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.90 one way
$73.80 round trip
$4.08/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$40.25
$80.51
premium
$4.78
$43.21
$86.41
diesel
$6.28
$56.71
$113.41
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
$37
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.9
0
$24.10
$11.02
Efficient EV
57.4
0
$20.08
$9.18
EV Truck/SUV
91.8
1
$32.13
$14.69
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Morning
in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Casselberry, FL
Morning
in Casselberry on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Chance Rain Showers
NNE 10 to 20 mph28% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 7:08AM CDT until October 20 at 6:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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
6 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 19m 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 97% highway, meaning you'll spend almost the entire 4h 19m drive on major roads. You'll travel 208.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike before transitioning to I-4. Expect a lot of exits and merges as you approach and travel through the Orlando metropolitan area. The final portion on Orlando Avenue will bring you into Casselberry on surface streets.
97% 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: 208.9 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 14 significant decision points across 229.5 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
101 ft6 ft
Total Climb
127 ft
Total Descent
78 ft
Highest Point
101 ft
~213.1 mi in
Elevation Range
95 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Casselberry, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Tampa along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 19m. Total distance: 229.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 19m 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Casselberry, 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 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 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Casselberry, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
