Origin
Timber Pines, FL
Night in Timber Pines on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Timber Pines, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 47m
Distance
290.9 mi
468 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 35m
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6 AM
5h 48m
8 AM
6h 14m
10 AM
5h 57m
12 PM
5h 54m
3 PM
5h 58m
5 PM
6h 13m
8 PM
5h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Timber Pines, FL
Mark Stebnicki
Trip Overview
This trip from Timber Pines to Pembroke Pines covers 290.9 miles and will take about 5 hours and 47 minutes of driving time. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's easily manageable as a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $46. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike, FL 50, and Cortez Boulevard. Given its length and duration, it's a practical choice for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing 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
145.4 miles from Timber Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 221.7 mi | 4h |
| FL 50 | 48 mi | 1h 8m |
| Cortez Boulevard | 12.9 mi | 18m |
| Commercial Way | 4 mi | 5m |
| Timber Pines Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Clinton Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 221.7 mi, about 4h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Timber Pines, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on this road
292 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
2 min
3
Turn right onto Timber Pines Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Timber Pines Boulevard
4
Turn right onto Pine Forest Drive
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Pine Forest Drive
5
Turn right onto US 19
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Commercial Way
6
Turn right onto FL 50
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Cortez Boulevard
7
Turn right onto Mobley Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Mobley Road
8
Turn left onto Clinton Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Clinton Boulevard
9
Turn right onto FL 50
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Cortez Boulevard
10
Take the exit onto FL 50
36 mi
·
49 min
·
FL 50
11
Continue on FL 50
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
FL 50
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on FL 50
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
FL 50
13
Continue on FL 50
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
FL 50
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on FL 50
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
FL 50
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
17
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
222 mi
·
4 hr
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
20
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
22
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 47-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Timber Pines to make the most of your day. With a longest stretch of 221.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike, plan for one comfortable stop about halfway through to stretch your legs and refuel, if needed. The total fuel cost is estimated at $46, so factor that into your budget. Since this is a direct, highway-centric route, be mindful of potential traffic, especially as you approach Pembroke Pines, and enjoy the efficiency of covering the 290.9 miles.
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 145.4 miles from Timber Pines, FL, or about 3h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 221.7 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 64 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.4 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 Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Timber 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 Timber Pines, FL
This is one driving day of about 290.9 miles and 5h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Timber 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 221.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 145.4 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 221.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 15.3 and 290.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
15.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
Clinton Boulevard
Turn left onto Clinton Boulevard
Navigation decision point
7
67 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
5
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
289.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 44m 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
290.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 45m in
|
Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.30 one way
$92.61 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $50.37 | $100.74 |
| premium | $4.72 | $54.09 | $108.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.23 | $128.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $15.52
Florida's Turnpike
(221.7 mi)
$15.52
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
$46
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.3 | 1 | $30.54 | $13.96 |
| Efficient EV | 72.7 | 0 | $25.45 | $11.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.4 | 1 | $40.73 | $18.62 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Night in Pembroke Pines on Saturday
Local time
10:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Lake Butler, FL
145 mi in
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
9 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 47m 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 heavily highway-focused experience, with 93% of the journey utilizing major roadways. The bulk of your time will be spent on Florida's Turnpike, including a significant 221.7-mile stretch without needing to exit. This means long, uninterrupted periods of driving where the focus is on covering distance efficiently. While the exact scenery isn't detailed, the profile suggests a route prioritizing speed and directness over winding backroads or diverse terrain changes.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 221.7 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 15.3 miles in near Clinton Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 290.9 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 15.3 miles (Clinton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.8 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.
Between Timber Pines, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
67 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Miami
67 mi in
|
~1h 41m
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 5h 47m. Total distance: 290.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 221.7 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $15.52 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.3 miles (Clinton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 67 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.6 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.
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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