Sugarmill Woods, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is 297 miles and takes about 5h 45m via Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, connecting two points in the state. With 87% of the route on highways, expect a fairly direct path for most of the 5h 45m travel time. This trip is well-suited for a single day of driving, making it a convenient option if you need to get from the Sugarmill Woods area down to Pembroke Pines without an overnight stop.
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
148.5 miles from Sugarmill Woods, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
257.6 mi
4h 39m
Gulf to Lake Highway
15 mi
20m
South Pleasant Grove Road
9.1 mi
13m
West Stage Coach Trail
5.7 mi
10m
West Oak Park Boulevard
4 mi
7m
West Highland Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
Corkwood Boulevard
0.9 mi
3m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 257.6 mi, about 4h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sugarmill Woods, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
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Start on Honeysuckle Court South
169 ft·8 sec·Honeysuckle Court South
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Continue on Honeysuckle Court South
462 ft·25 sec·Honeysuckle Court South
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Turn left onto Honeysuckle Drive
510 ft·27 sec·Honeysuckle Drive
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Turn left onto Corkwood Boulevard
0.9 mi·3 min·Corkwood Boulevard
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At end of road, turn left onto CR 480
4.0 mi·7 min·West Oak Park Boulevard
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Continue on CR 480
5.7 mi·10 min·West Stage Coach Trail
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At end of road, turn left onto CR 480; CR 581
9.1 mi·13 min·South Pleasant Grove Road
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Turn right onto Druid Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Druid Road
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At end of road, turn left onto South Montgomery Avenue
0.2 mi·38 sec·South Montgomery Avenue
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Turn right onto West Highland Boulevard
1.1 mi·2 min·West Highland Boulevard
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Continue on FL 44
15 mi·20 min·Gulf to Lake Highway
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Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
258 mi·4 hr 39 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
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Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
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Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 45m duration, departing in the morning is your best bet to complete this trip within daylight hours. You'll have one recommended stop, and with 257.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike, consider a break around the halfway point of that segment. Your estimated fuel cost is $47, so factor that into your budget. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility; however, be mindful of potential traffic as you get closer to Pembroke Pines, especially during peak commute times.
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 148.5 miles from Sugarmill Woods, FL, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 257.6 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 65 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 148.5 miles or 3h 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 4h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sugarmill Woods, 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 Sugarmill Woods, FL
This is one driving day of about 297 miles and 5h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Sugarmill Woods, 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 257.6 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 296.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Honeysuckle Drive
Turn left onto Honeysuckle Drive
Navigation decision point
5
10.8 mi into trip|~21m in|CR 480; CR 581 / South Pleasant Grove Road
At end of road, turn left onto CR 480; CR 581 / South Pleasant Grove Road
Navigation decision point
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37.5 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
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295.7 mi into trip|~5h 41m 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
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296.3 mi into trip|~5h 43m in|Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.96 one way
$89.92 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg104 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$49.33
$98.66
premium
$4.55
$53.20
$106.41
diesel
$4.80
$56.08
$112.16
Estimated Tolls: $18.03
Florida's Turnpike
(257.6 mi)$18.03
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
$45
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
89.1
1
$31.19
$14.26
Efficient EV
74.3
0
$25.99
$11.88
EV Truck/SUV
118.8
1
$41.58
$19.01
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Sugarmill Woods, FL
Late night
in Sugarmill Woods on Sunday
Local time
5:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Widespread Showers And Thunderstorms
W 6 mph87% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:42PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Late night
in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
5:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
97°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
S 12 mph61% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 5:42PM EDT by NWS Miami 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
5 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
5h 45m 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 primarily a highway drive, with 87% of it on high-speed roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on Florida's Turnpike, which accounts for the longest stretch of 257.6 miles. Expect frequent exits and interchanges as you navigate this high-speed corridor for the majority of your trip. The final segment will shift to surface roads like South Pleasant Grove Road as you approach your destination.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 257.6 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Gulf to Lake Highway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Honeysuckle Drive.
Driving Effort5/10
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 297 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Honeysuckle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (CR 480; CR 581 / South Pleasant Grove Road): Navigation decision point; at 37.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
131 ft6 ft
Total Climb
77 ft
Total Descent
158 ft
Highest Point
131 ft
~63.7 mi in
Elevation Range
125 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sugarmill Woods, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 45m. Total distance: 297 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 257.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $18.03 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 18 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.
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 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Honeysuckle Drive): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (CR 480; CR 581 / South Pleasant Grove Road): Navigation decision point; at 37.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Pembroke Pines, FL before the return drive.
