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Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Umatilla, 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
4h 49m
Distance
252.8 mi
407 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 36m
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6 AM
4h 50m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
4h 59m
12 PM
4h 57m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 15m
8 PM
4h 42m
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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Umatilla, FL
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Trip Overview
Pembroke Pines to Umatilla is 252.8 miles and takes about 4h 49m via Southwest 64th Way, Hollywood Boulevard, and Florida's Turnpike Toll, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the South Florida region north into the heart of the state. Expect a drive that stays mostly on surface roads, offering a more local feel than a pure interstate cruise. With a single recommended stop and a manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
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
126.4 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 217.1 mi | 3h 56m |
| Orange Blossom Trail | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| Western Beltway | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| FL 19 | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| CR 44 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| State Route 44 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Orange Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 217.1 mi, about 3h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Umatilla, 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
217 mi
·
3 hr 56 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 267A
Toward FL 429 Toll: Apopka, Tampa, UF Research & Education Center, Winter Garden
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Merge onto FL 429 Toll
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Western Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 34
Toward US 441, CR 437: Orange Blossom Trail, Plymouth Sorrento Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
368 ft
·
15 sec
Toward Orange Blossom Trail
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on SR 429 Connector Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
SR 429 Connector Road
13
Turn right onto US 441
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Orange Blossom Trail
14
Continue on US 441
7 ft
·
0 sec
·
US 441
15
Continue on US 441
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 441
16
Turn right onto FL 44
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 44
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto East Orange Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Orange Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto CR 44
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
CR 44
19
Turn left onto CR 44
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
CR 44
20
Turn right onto FL 19
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
FL 19
21
Turn right onto Lone Star Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Lone Star Street
22
Turn left onto North Trowell Avenue
79 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Trowell Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
North Trowell Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 49 minute estimated drive time, leaving Pembroke Pines in the morning should allow ample time to reach Umatilla before evening. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the 252.8 miles; this will also help manage your $39 fuel budget. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but be mindful of local traffic patterns, especially when you're not on the Florida's Turnpike Toll. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you transition away from major highway services.
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 126.4 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 217.1 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 56 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.4 miles or 2h 20m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Umatilla, 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 252.8 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 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 217.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
126 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 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 126.4 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 217.1 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
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 175 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 230.6 — 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
8
218.5 mi into trip
|
~4h in
Take the exit toward FL 429 Toll: Apopka, Tampa, UF Research & Education Center, Winter Garden
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 267A
Toward FL 429 Toll: Apopka, Tampa, UF Research...
8
230.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
Take the exit toward US 441, CR 437: Orange Blossom Trail, Plymouth Sorrento 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 34
Toward US 441, CR 437: Orange Blossom Trail, Pl...
8
230.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Orange Blossom Trail
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Orange Blossom Trail
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.65 one way
$81.29 round trip
$4.08/gal
25.4 MPG avg
89 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.44 | $44.21 | $88.42 |
| premium | $4.78 | $47.55 | $95.11 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $61.50 | $123.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $15.19
Florida's Turnpike
(217.1 mi)
$15.19
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
$41
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 75.8 | 0 | $26.54 | $12.13 |
| Efficient EV | 63.2 | 0 | $22.12 | $10.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.1 | 1 | $35.39 | $16.18 |
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
30 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.
Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Morning in Pembroke Pines on Saturday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 0 to 5 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 16 at 9:21PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 16 at 9:20PM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Destination
Umatilla, FL
Morning in Umatilla on Saturday
Local time
8:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 0 to 5 mph
19% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 16 at 9:21PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 16 at 9:20PM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin 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
4 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 49m 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 drive is almost entirely on surface roads, meaning you won't encounter long stretches of high-speed highway. The highway portion, which is 0%, ends very early, transitioning to surface roads for the vast majority of your 252.8-mile trip. You'll notice frequent intersections and traffic lights as you navigate through towns and suburban areas. The longest continuous stretch without a significant break is not specified, but expect a consistent pace on local routes.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 217.1 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 Orange Blossom Trail. 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
9/10
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 17 significant decision points across 252.8 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 218.5 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
121 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
134 ft
Total Descent
43 ft
Highest Point
121 ft
~216.7 mi in
Elevation Range
115 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 Umatilla, FL, road signs point toward Tampa, Uf Research & Education Center and Winter Garden.
Tampa
218.5 mi in
|
~4h
Uf Research & Education Center
218.5 mi in
|
~4h
Winter Garden
218.5 mi in
|
~4h
About the Cities
Starting in Pembroke Pines, FL
Full guide →Founded 1956
Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
Arriving in Umatilla, FL
Full guide →Founded 1856
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 4h 49m. Total distance: 252.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 217.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $15.19 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 14 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 Umatilla, 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 14 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 218.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Umatilla, 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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