Deep South Family BBQ
Near the start, right off the route
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–8 PM
+13527995060
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 51m
Distance
292.1 mi
470 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Timber Pines, FL
Mark Stebnicki
Hollywood, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Timber Pines to Hollywood is 292.1 miles and takes about 5h 51m via Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, making it a straightforward drive between two points in the state. With 92% of the route on highways, expect a predominantly high-speed experience. This is a single-day trip, so plan your departure to make the most of daylight hours. The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, FL 50, and I-95, suggesting a clear path for 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
146 miles from Timber Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 204.3 mi | 3h 40m |
| FL 50 | 48 mi | 1h 8m |
| I 95 | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| Cortez Boulevard | 12.9 mi | 18m |
| Commercial Way | 4 mi | 5m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Timber Pines Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 4m |
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
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Timber Pines, FL and Hollywood, FL.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn right onto Timber Pines Boulevard
Turn right onto Pine Forest Drive
Turn right onto US 19
Turn right onto FL 50
Turn right onto Mobley Road
Turn left onto Clinton Boulevard
Turn right onto FL 50
Take the exit onto FL 50
Continue on FL 50
Continue on FL 50
Continue on FL 50
Continue on FL 50
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
Turn left onto SR 814
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 820
Continue on SR 820
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
Arrive at destination
Given the 5h 51m estimated duration, leaving in the morning should allow you to complete this drive comfortably within daylight. The route is mostly highway, so plan for a fuel stop before you leave Timber Pines. The longest continuous highway segment is over 200 miles, so consider taking a break before or after this stretch to stretch your legs. While the drive is manageable in a single day, the fuel cost is estimated at $46, so factor that into your budget. The transition from highway to surface roads will occur towards the end of your trip, so pay attention to navigation as you get closer to Hollywood.
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.
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 64 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 146 miles or 3h 7m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Timber Pines, 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 Timber Pines, FL
This is one driving day of about 292.1 miles and 5h 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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.
A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 146 miles from Timber 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 204.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · first break window
Brooksville, Florida
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 11 AM–8 PM
+13527995060
Papa Joes Italian Restaurant
Brooksville, Florida
Majestic Oaks Restaurant
Brooksville, Florida
Best coffee break · early in the drive
Orlando, Florida
Early in the drive, right off the route
Hours: 8 am–12 pm
+14079894499
Thousand Island Cafe
Spring Hill, Florida
Izo’s Latin Cafe
Spring Hill, Florida
Near the start, right off the route
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–8 PM
+13527995060
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–9 PM
+13527993904
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–5 PM
+13528194843
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 7 AM–2:30 PM
+13527548787
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 7 AM–8 PM
+13527968236
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Hernando Beach, Florida
Hours: 8 AM–9 PM
+13527012152
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–4 PM
+13527992789
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–8 PM
+13527774909
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 8 am–12 pm
+14079894499
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Spring Hill, Florida
Hours: 7:30 AM–2:30 PM
+13526884624
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Spring Hill, Florida
Hours: 9 AM–7 PM
+13527010400
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Spring Hill, Florida
Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm
+14793589274
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Spring Hill, Florida
Hours: 9 AM–6 PM
+13528512150
Near the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–3 PM
+13527967174
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 8 AM–4 AM
+14076017712
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 6 AM–7 PM
+13525935375
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Clermont, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Clermont, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Minneola, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Clermont, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Early in the drive, short detour
Clermont, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Okeechobee, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Clermont, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Near the start, ~10 min detour
Brooksville, Florida
+13524570680
Early in the drive, short detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+14077571700
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hallandale Beach, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+19544571452
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13217541700
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hollywood, Florida
Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm
+19543575161
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 2 pm–12 am
+14073633867
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 11 AM–9 PM
+13523454802
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooksville, Florida
Hours: 8 am–7 pm
+13527418870
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~10 min detour
Orlando, Florida
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+14075134600
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 67 and 291.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
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
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$44.22 one way
$88.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.22 | $48.52 | $97.04 |
| premium | $4.55 | $52.33 | $104.65 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $55.15 | $110.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $14.30
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
$44
Tolls
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.6 | 1 | $30.67 | $14.02 |
| Efficient EV | 73 | 0 | $25.56 | $11.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.8 | 1 | $40.89 | $18.69 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Timber Pines on Sunday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 17 at 7:05PM EDT until July 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 7:04PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Afternoon in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 17 at 7:05PM EDT until July 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 7:04PM 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 92% of the 292.1-mile route being high-speed driving. The longest stretch without needing to exit is 204.3 miles, all on Florida's Turnpike. After this long highway segment, you'll transition to surface roads for the remainder of the trip. Be prepared for a significant number of exits and merges as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 50. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 67 miles in.
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 21 significant decision points across 292.1 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 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 272.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 272.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
208 ft
Total Descent
223 ft
Highest Point
221 ft
~62.6 mi in
Elevation Range
212 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Timber Pines, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
Miami
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 51m. Total distance: 292.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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