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Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Oakleaf Plantation, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 22, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 17m
Distance
333.6 mi
537 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 5m
★
6 AM
6h 17m
8 AM
6h 42m
10 AM
6h 26m
12 PM
6h 23m
3 PM
6h 27m
5 PM
6h 41m
8 PM
6h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pembroke Pines, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Oakleaf Plantation, FL
Mick Haupt
Trip Overview
Pembroke Pines to Oakleaf Plantation is 333.6 miles and takes about 6h 17m via I 95, Florida's Turnpike, and West Beltway, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, moving from the southern part of the state up towards the Jacksonville area. The route is predominantly highway driving, making it a straightforward option for a single-day trip. You'll want to be prepared for the highway miles, but it's a direct path if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
166.8 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 6m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 207.8 mi | 3h 43m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 102.5 mi | 1h 53m |
| West Beltway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Collins Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Plantation Oaks Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Oakleaf Village Parkway | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Old Middleburg Road South | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 207.8 mi, about 3h 43m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 118 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,183 veh/hr typical · worst 4,062
Quietest
2 AM
~259 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Oakleaf Plantation, 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 right at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
6
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
102 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft
·
5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
9
Merge onto FL 70
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 95
208 mi
·
3 hr 43 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 337
Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
15
Merge onto I 295
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12
Toward FL 21: Blanding Boulevard, Collins Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 295 North: Collins Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward Collins Road
Use the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
338 ft
·
12 sec
Use the left lane.
20
Turn straight onto Collins Road
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Collins Road
Use the straight lane.
21
At end of road, turn left onto Old Middleburg Road South
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Middleburg Road South
Use the left lane.
22
Continue on Oakleaf Village Parkway
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Oakleaf Village Parkway
23
Turn right onto Plantation Oaks Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Plantation Oaks Boulevard
24
Turn left onto Oakleaf High School Entrance
0.1 mi
·
52 sec
·
Oakleaf High School Entrance
25
Turn right
102 ft
·
9 sec
26
Turn right
463 ft
·
33 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 17m estimated drive time, leaving Pembroke Pines in the morning should allow you to reach Oakleaf Plantation well before dark. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in timing. Consider taking your break around the halfway point or when you feel ready. The fuel cost is estimated at $54, so ensure your tank is full before departing, especially given the long 207.8-mile stretch on I 95. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you enter the greater Jacksonville area, as this can sometimes add unexpected delays.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 166.8 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 3h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 207.8 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 73 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.8 miles or 3h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakleaf Plantation, 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 333.6 miles and 6h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 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 I 95 for about 207.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
167 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 166.8 miles from Pembroke Pines, 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 207.8 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.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pompano Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
50381
0.1 mi from route
40392
0.1 mi from route
40391
0.1 mi from route
Saint Johns County Rest Area I-95 Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Saint Johns County Rest Area I-95 Northbound
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
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
50341
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
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
0.2 mi from route
West Palm Beach Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
20331
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Buc-ee's
0.3 mi from route
20332
0.4 mi from route
50382
0.4 mi from route
50342
0.5 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 323.9 — 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
8
103.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
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 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
7
105 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
8
313.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 44m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches
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 337
Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacks...
8
323.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 57m in
Take the exit toward FL 21: Blanding Boulevard, Collins Road
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 12
Toward FL 21: Blanding Boulevard, Collins Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.64 one way
$107.28 round trip
$4.08/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $58.51 | $117.02 |
| premium | $4.78 | $62.81 | $125.61 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $82.43 | $164.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.17
Florida's Turnpike
(102.5 mi)
$7.17
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
$54
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 100.1 | 1 | $35.03 | $16.01 |
| Efficient EV | 83.4 | 0 | $29.19 | $13.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 133.4 | 1 | $46.70 | $21.35 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% 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
Pembroke Pines, FL
Late night in Pembroke Pines on Thursday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 15 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Destination
Oakleaf Plantation, FL
Late night in Oakleaf Plantation on Thursday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Mostly Sunny
N 16 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:34AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 19 at 2:26AM EDT until October 22 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville 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
1 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
6h 17m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 276.1
View on nps.gov
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
$15
near mile 287.6
View on nps.gov
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
$25
near mile 207.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 93% of the 333.6 miles on major roads like I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. You'll encounter the longest stretch on I 95, covering 207.8 miles without needing to exit. The transition to surface roads will likely occur as you approach your destination in Oakleaf Plantation. Expect frequent exits and potential merging traffic as you get closer to the Jacksonville metropolitan area.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 207.8 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
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 23 significant decision points across 333.6 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 103.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
64 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
116 ft
Total Descent
59 ft
Highest Point
64 ft
~333.6 mi in
Elevation Range
58 ft
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 Pembroke Pines, FL and Oakleaf Plantation, FL, road signs point toward Vero Beach, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches and Beltway.
Vero Beach
103.9 mi in
|
~1h 57m
Orange Park
313.3 mi in
|
~5h 44m
Jacksonville Beaches
313.3 mi in
|
~5h 44m
Beltway
313.5 mi in
|
~5h 45m
About the Cities
Starting in Pembroke Pines, FL
Full guide →Founded 1956
Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
Arriving in Oakleaf Plantation, FL
Full guide →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 6h 17m. Total distance: 333.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 17m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 207.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.17 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 28 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 Oakleaf Plantation, 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 28 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 103.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 105 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Matanzas National Monument, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Oakleaf Plantation, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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