Trip from Pine Hills, FL to Hollywood, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 9m

Distance

223.2 mi

359 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 56m ★

6 AM

4h 9m

8 AM

4h 35m

10 AM

4h 18m

12 PM

4h 16m

3 PM

4h 20m

5 PM

4h 34m

8 PM

4h 1m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 223.2-mile drive from Pine Hills, Florida, to Hollywood, Florida, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 9 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 97% of the journey on major roads, primarily utilizing Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a segment on the East-West Expressway. With an estimated fuel cost of $36, this trip offers a straightforward way to travel within Florida. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a considerable 197.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike, meaning you'll want to plan any necessary stops before or after this long segment. This drive is a practical choice for getting from one point in Florida to another without significant detours.

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

111.6 miles from Pine Hills, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	197.4 mi	3h 33m
I 95	15.1 mi	17m
East-West Expressway	3.1 mi	3m
Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway	1.6 mi	2m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard	1.4 mi	2m
Hollywood Boulevard	1.1 mi	1m
North Andrews Avenue	0.6 mi	1m
Governors Avenue	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 197.4 mi, about 3h 33m

Traffic on I-95

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 19 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~5,207 veh/hr typical · worst 6,073

Quietest

2 AM

~284 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

18.3×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 52 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 Pine Hills, FL and Hollywood, FL.

Start on Balboa Drive

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Balboa Drive

Turn left onto Governors Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Governors Avenue

Continue on FL 435

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Kirkman Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward FL 408 Toll West

Merge onto FL 408 Toll

3.1 mi · 3 min · East-West Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on FL 408 Toll

0.8 mi · 53 sec · Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 408 Toll

0.8 mi · 1 min · Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway

Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

197 mi · 3 hr 33 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

251 ft · 15 sec

Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard

Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Northwest 16th Avenue

Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Andrews Avenue

Turn left onto SR 814

497 ft · 16 sec · West Atlantic Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 95 South: Miami

Merge onto I 95

15 mi · 17 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Exit 20 Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto SR 820

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Continue on SR 820

391 ft · 5 sec · SR 820

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820

0.5 mi · 38 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Arrive at destination

SR 820

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour and 9-minute estimated duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip from Pine Hills to Hollywood. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially on Florida's Turnpike and I-95. With only one recommended stop and a substantial longest stretch of 197.4 miles, plan your fuel and rest breaks strategically before embarking on that long segment. The estimated fuel cost is $36, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Pine Hills to maximize your time on the road. Enjoy the straightforward nature of this predominantly highway drive.

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 111.6 miles from Pine Hills, FL, or about 2h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 197.4 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 49 miles or 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 111.6 miles or 2h 2m 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 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pine Hills, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Pine Hills, FL

This is one driving day of about 223.2 miles and 4h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Pine Hills, 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 197.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Saint Lucie, FL

112 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

Kissimmee, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Okeechobee County, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.6 miles from Pine Hills, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14076487060

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

1.7 mi from route

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Delray Beach, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15614950233

Visit website

Crayola Experience Orlando

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14077571700

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Anne Kolb Nature Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hollywood, Florida

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+19543575161

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Wreck It Ft Laudy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Oakland Park, Florida

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 5 and 222.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5 mi into trip | ~7m in | FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami

203.3 mi into trip | ~3h 41m in

Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard

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 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...

203.9 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlan...

221.7 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in

Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 20 Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard

222.7 mi into trip | ~4h 8m in | SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.79 one way

$67.58 round trip

$3.85/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.22	$37.07	$74.15
premium	$4.55	$39.98	$79.97
diesel	$4.80	$42.14	$84.29

Estimated Tolls: $13.82

Florida's Turnpike (197.4 mi) $13.82

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: 78.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	67	0	$23.44	$10.71
Efficient EV	55.8	0	$19.53	$8.93
EV Truck/SUV	89.3	1	$31.25	$14.28

Gas CO2

78 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (67% 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

Pine Hills, FL

Afternoon in Pine Hills on Sunday

Local time

1:22 PM

EDT

Current temp

93°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 10 mph 16% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:23PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Destination

Hollywood, FL

Afternoon in Hollywood on Sunday

Local time

1:22 PM

EDT

Current temp

91°F

Partly Sunny

SE 13 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:41PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 3:23PM 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

2 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 9m 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?

Expect a highway-focused experience for nearly the entire 223.2 miles, with 97% of the drive on major thoroughfares. You'll spend the bulk of your time on Florida's Turnpike and I-95, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is a significant 197.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike. While this offers speed, be prepared for a consistent, high-speed environment for extended periods. The transition to the East-West Expressway adds a minor variation before rejoining the main arteries towards your destination.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 197.4 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 223.2 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 5 miles (FL 408 Toll / Spessard L. Holland East-West Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 203.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

121 ft 9 ft

Total Climb

26 ft

Total Descent

131 ft

Highest Point

121 ft

~15.9 mi in

Elevation Range

112 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Pine Hills, FL

Full guide →

Arriving in Hollywood, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1921

Hollywood is a city in Florida, located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. With a population of 153,000 people (2022), Hollywood is a relatively small city that retains an old, laid-back, Florida feel to it compared to the larger cities in the area.

Top landmarks

• Hollywood Boulevard Historic Business District — human settlement in Hollywood, Florida, United States of America
• Hollywood Garden Club — clubhouse in Hollywood, United States of America

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 9m. Total distance: 223.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 9m 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 197.4 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $13.82 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 Hollywood, 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 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 Hollywood, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Traffic on I-95

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Jabal Coffee House

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

Jabal Coffee House

Cups and Pups Coffee

CityArts Café

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Turkey Lake Service Plaza

West Palm Beach Service Plaza

Canoe Creek Service Plaza

Fort Drum Service Plaza

Service Plaza

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Pilot Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

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Love's Travel Stop

Flying J Travel Center

Pompano Service Plaza

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Crayola Experience Orlando

Ingalls Park

Anne Kolb Nature Center

Escape Room PSL

Indian Creek Park

Wreck It Ft Laudy

The Orlando Auto Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pine Hills, FL

Hollywood, FL

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 9m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

About the Cities

Starting in Pine Hills, FL

Arriving in Hollywood, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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