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Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Sky Lake, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
208.9 mi
336 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 41m
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6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 20m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m
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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Sky Lake, FL
Jose Valverde
Trip Overview
Pembroke Pines to Sky Lake is 208.9 miles and takes about 3h 53m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, offering a straightforward drive north. With 98% highway driving, it's an efficient route for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss. Plan for a quick trip, as the main stretch on the Turnpike covers over 200 miles, suggesting a largely uninterrupted drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
104.5 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 204.5 mi | 3h 43m |
| South Orange Blossom Trail | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Evangeline Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Skyview Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Brockbank Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 204.5 mi, about 3h 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Sky Lake, 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
·
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
205 mi
·
3 hr 43 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 254
Toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlando International Airport
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 17; US 92; US 441
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Orange Blossom Trail
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto Skyview Drive
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Skyview Drive
10
Turn left onto Evangeline Avenue
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
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Evangeline Avenue
11
Continue on Brockbank Drive
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
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Brockbank Drive
12
Arrive at destination
Brockbank Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 53m estimated drive time, it's entirely feasible to complete this trip in a single day. For the most efficient travel, consider departing early in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the Sky Lake area. The majority of the drive is on Florida's Turnpike, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on longer highway segments. The estimated fuel cost is around $32, so factor that into your budget. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to take breaks as needed.
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 104.5 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 204.5 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 46 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.5 miles or 1h 56m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sky Lake, 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 208.9 miles and 3h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 204.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 104.5 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 204.5 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.
Pompano 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 206 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Navigation decision point
8
1 mi into trip
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~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
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
206 mi into trip
|
~3h 47m in
Take the exit toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlando International Airport
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 254
Toward FL 528 Toll, US 17, US 92, US 441: Orlan...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.59 one way
$67.18 round trip
$4.08/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.44 | $36.53 | $73.07 |
| premium | $4.78 | $39.30 | $78.59 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $50.82 | $101.64 |
Estimated Tolls: $14.32
Florida's Turnpike
(204.5 mi)
$14.32
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
$34
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.7 | 0 | $21.93 | $10.03 |
| Efficient EV | 52.2 | 0 | $18.28 | $8.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.6 | 1 | $29.25 | $13.37 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Morning in Pembroke Pines on Saturday
Local time
9:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
E 6 to 10 mph
25% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 7:45AM CDT until October 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 1:15AM EDT until October 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Sky Lake, FL
Morning in Sky Lake on Saturday
Local time
9:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 0 to 5 mph
65% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 7:45AM CDT until October 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 1:15AM EDT until October 17 at 8:00PM 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect mostly highway driving for this trip, with 98% of the 208.9 miles on high-speed roads. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on Florida's Turnpike, which accounts for the longest stretch of 204.5 miles. The route primarily uses Florida's Turnpike and South Orange Blossom Trail before transitioning to surface roads like Southwest 64th Way for the final segment. You'll likely notice frequent exits along the Turnpike before reaching more local roads.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 204.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and South Orange Blossom Trail. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 53m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard): Navigation decision point; 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
98 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
113 ft
Total Descent
21 ft
Highest Point
98 ft
~208.9 mi in
Elevation Range
92 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Pembroke Pines, FL
Full guide →Founded 1956
Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
Arriving in Sky Lake, 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 3h 53m. Total distance: 208.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 204.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.32 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard): Navigation decision point; 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Sky Lake, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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