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Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Silver Springs Shores, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 17m
Distance
277.6 mi
447 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 4m
★
6 AM
5h 18m
8 AM
5h 45m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 43m
8 PM
5h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pembroke Pines, FL
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Trip Overview
Pembroke Pines to Silver Springs Shores is 277.6 miles and takes about 5h 17m via Florida's Turnpike and US 301, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the southern part of the state up towards the central region. With a high percentage of highway driving, expect a relatively straightforward trip focused on covering distance. This route is well-suited for a single-day drive, allowing for a fairly quick transition between your starting and ending points.
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
138.8 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 254.8 mi | 4h 37m |
| US 301 | 13.3 mi | 20m |
| Southeast 92nd Loop | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Southeast 132nd Street Road | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Oak Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Emerald Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Spring Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Southeast 110th Street Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 254.8 mi, about 4h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Silver Springs Shores, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
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58 sec
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Southwest 8th Street
2
Continue on Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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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
255 mi
·
4 hr 37 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward US 301: Wildwood
8
Keep slight right at fork
191 ft
·
4 sec
Toward US 301 North: Leesburg, Wildwood
9
Turn straight onto US 301
3.2 mi
·
6 min
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US 301
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Continue on US 301
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 301
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Southeast 132nd Street Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Southeast 132nd Street Road
12
Continue on Southeast 92nd Loop
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast 92nd Loop
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Southeast 110th Street Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 110th Street Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Oak Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Oak Road
15
Turn left onto Emerald Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Emerald Road
16
Turn left onto Spring Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Spring Road
17
Turn left onto Water Road
200 ft
·
10 sec
·
Water Road
18
Turn right onto Water Track
336 ft
·
14 sec
·
Water Track
19
Arrive at destination
Water Track
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 17m estimated drive time, starting your day early from Pembroke Pines is a good idea to maximize daylight. You'll have one recommended stop, which can be strategically placed along the 254.8-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $43, and refueling options might be more spaced out on the Turnpike. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility; however, planning your fuel stops in advance can prevent any unexpected delays as you approach your destination.
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 138.8 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 254.8 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 61 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.8 miles or 2h 33m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Silver Springs Shores, 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 277.6 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 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 254.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
139 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 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 138.8 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 Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 254.8 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.
Fort Drum Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pompano Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Okahumpka Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
West Palm Beach Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Canoe Creek Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.4 mi from route
40392
0.8 mi from route
40391
1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.5 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
1.7 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 273.7 — 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 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
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
256.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 301 North: Leesburg, Wildwood
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 301 North: Leesburg, Wildwood
6
273.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 8m in
|
Southeast 110th Street Road
Turn right onto Southeast 110th Street Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.25 one way
$90.49 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
97 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $50.37 | $100.74 |
| premium | $4.94 | $54.01 | $108.02 |
| diesel | $6.08 | $66.47 | $132.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $17.83
Florida's Turnpike
(254.8 mi)
$17.83
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
$45
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.3 | 1 | $29.15 | $13.32 |
| Efficient EV | 69.4 | 0 | $24.29 | $11.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111 | 1 | $38.86 | $17.77 |
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 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
Night in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
10:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 16 to 22 mph
76% chance
Live 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
Silver Springs Shores, FL
Night in Silver Springs Shores on Sunday
Local time
10:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Sunny
NE 13 to 16 mph
2% chance
Live 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
61°F
Dundee, FL
139 mi in
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
7 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 17m 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 97% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 254.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. You'll transition to surface roads for the final portion of the drive, which will likely involve more frequent exits and a slower pace as you approach Silver Springs Shores. The abundance of highway miles suggests a generally consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip.
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: 254.8 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and US 301. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 277.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 1.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
124 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
166 ft
Total Descent
79 ft
Highest Point
124 ft
~218.1 mi in
Elevation Range
118 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.
On the drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Silver Springs Shores, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Wildwood along the way.
Wildwood
256.5 mi in
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~4h 41m
About the Cities
Starting in Pembroke Pines, FL
Full guide →Founded 1956
Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
Arriving in Silver Springs Shores, 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 5h 17m. Total distance: 277.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 17m 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 254.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $17.83 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 15 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 Silver Springs Shores, 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 15 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 1.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Silver Springs Shores, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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