Pembroke Pines to Windermere is 218.3 miles and takes about 4 hours 7 minutes via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Florida, primarily traversing the Florida's Turnpike for most of the distance. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on well-maintained highways, making it a good option if you're looking for a direct path north. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider this trip for its efficiency and ease of navigation.
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
109.1 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
208.9 mi
3h 47m
Conroy Windermere Road
2.2 mi
4m
East 6th Avenue
1.5 mi
3m
Kirkman Road
1.2 mi
1m
Conroy Road
1 mi
1m
I 4
0.5 mi
<1m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 208.9 mi, about 3h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Windermere, FL.
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Start on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·58 sec·Southwest 8th Street
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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, OrlandoUse 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
209 mi·3 hr 47 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 259Toward I 4: Orlando, TampaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
9
Merge onto I 4
0.5 mi·34 sec·I 4
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 75B-AToward FL 435: Kirkman Road, International DriveUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 75AToward FL 435 North: Kirkman RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto FL 435
1.2 mi·1 min·Kirkman Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Conroy Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Conroy Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Conroy Windermere Road
2.2 mi·4 min·Conroy Windermere Road
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Continue on East 6th Avenue
1.5 mi·3 min·East 6th Avenue
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Enter roundabout onto Main Street
30 ft·1 sec·Main Street
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Continue on Main Street
369 ft·7 sec·Main Street
18
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour drive, aim to depart in the morning to allow for a full day upon arrival in Windermere. While the drive is short enough for one day, you can factor in a brief stop for fuel or a quick break, especially since the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike is over 200 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the final miles, as highway services can sometimes be spaced out. The relatively short distance means you have flexibility if you encounter unexpected traffic or decide to leave a bit later.
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 109.1 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.9 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 48 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.1 miles or 2h 1m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Windermere, 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 218.3 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 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 208.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 212 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
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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
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210.4 mi into trip|~3h 52m in
Take the exit toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
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 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
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211.8 mi into trip|~3h 54m in
Take the exit toward FL 435: Kirkman Road, International Drive
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 75B-A
Toward FL 435: Kirkman Road, International Driv...
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212 mi into trip|~3h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 435 North: Kirkman Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 75A
Toward FL 435 North: Kirkman Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.05 one way
$66.09 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$36.26
$72.52
premium
$4.55
$39.10
$78.21
diesel
$4.80
$41.22
$82.44
Estimated Tolls: $14.62
Florida's Turnpike
(208.9 mi)$14.62
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
$33
Tolls
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.5
0
$22.92
$10.48
Efficient EV
54.6
0
$19.10
$8.73
EV Truck/SUV
87.3
1
$30.56
$13.97
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon
in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Partly Sunny
SE 13 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:37PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 5:33PM EDT until July 18 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Windermere, FL
Afternoon
in Windermere on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 10 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 4:37PM CDT until July 18 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 5:33PM EDT until July 18 at 6:30PM 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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 7m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 96% of the trip spent on major roadways. You'll encounter 208.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike, which means you'll be on a consistent, high-speed road for the vast majority of your travel. Expect numerous exits as you approach your destination, indicating a more developed area. The transition to surface roads like Conroy Windermere Road will occur near the end of your drive.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 208.9 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 Conroy Windermere Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 13 significant decision points across 218.3 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 210.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 218.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 208.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $14.62 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 Windermere, 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 210.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Windermere, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
