Origin
Plantation, FL
Morning in Plantation on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Plantation, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
11.2 mi
18 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plantation, FL
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Trip Overview
Plantation, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is 11.2 miles and takes about 17m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Florida region, making it a simple connection between two nearby cities. The drive is primarily highway-focused, designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. Given its minimal distance and duration, this route is best suited for a quick, straightforward journey, ideal for anyone needing to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Plan for about 17 minutes of travel time, plus any local driving at either end.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| West Sunrise Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 8 Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 65th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Garden Court | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 7.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plantation, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on Garden Court
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Garden Court
2
Turn right onto 8 Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
8 Street
3
Turn right onto Northwest 65th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Northwest 65th Avenue
4
Turn right onto SR 838
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Sunrise Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
6
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
11
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 10.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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8 Street
Turn right onto 8 Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
2 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 left lanes.
7
9.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
6
10.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.78 one way
$3.57 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.94 | $3.88 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.08 | $4.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.47 | $4.95 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.55
Florida's Turnpike
(7.8 mi)
$0.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$1
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Morning in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 heavily influenced by highway driving, with 70% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch on Florida's Turnpike, covering 7.8 miles. Expect a direct and efficient experience for the majority of your trip, characterized by consistent speeds and straightforward navigation. The road profile is decidedly highway-focused, meaning you'll likely be on well-maintained, multi-lane roads designed for transit. It's not a route for leisurely sightseeing, but rather for getting where you need to go with minimal delay.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.8 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 West Sunrise Boulevard. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 8 Street.
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 11.2 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (8 Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Plantation, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami along the way.
Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
1.3 mi in
|
~3m
About the Cities
Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL
Full guide →Broward County is in the Greater Miami region of Florida.
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 17m. Total distance: 11.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.55 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.
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 Pembroke Pines, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (8 Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (SR 838 / West Sunrise Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pembroke Pines, FL before heading back.
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 EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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