Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Morning in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Coral Gables, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
24.6 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coral Gables, FL
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Trip Overview
Pembroke Pines to Coral Gables is 24.6 miles and takes about 36 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip connecting two areas within Florida. Expect a drive that's primarily on major highways, making it a quick transit rather than a scenic exploration. It's a practical option for local travel, connecting communities within the same state. Given its short duration, it's easily manageable for most drivers on a tight schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 13.8 mi | 18m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| South Dixie Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Dixie Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 13.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Coral Gables, FL.
1
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, Orlando
Use the right lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
6
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95, US 441, SR 826 West
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95, US 441
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 South
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Merge onto I 95
14 mi
·
18 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Dixie Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on US 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Dixie Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Arrive at destination
US 1
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 8.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
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 left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95, US 441
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 441
7
8.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 95 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.92 one way
$7.83 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
| premium | $4.72 | $4.57 | $9.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.43 | $10.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.38
Florida's Turnpike
(5.4 mi)
$0.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Coral Gables, FL
Morning in Coral Gables on Sunday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
36m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route leans heavily into a highway-focused profile, with 78% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate travel for the most part, including a continuous stretch of 13.8 miles on I 95. While not designed for sightseeing, the highway offers a direct path, minimizing detours and maximizing speed. The drive is characterized by its consistent pace, allowing for a predictable travel time. Expect to navigate a few different main roads, including I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, before transitioning to South Dixie Highway as you approach your destination.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.8 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 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 24.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
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 1.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Pembroke Pines, FL
Full guide →Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
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 36m. Total distance: 24.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.38 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 Coral Gables, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 1.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coral Gables, FL before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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