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Trip from West Palm Beach, 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

1h 12m

Distance

55.4 mi

89 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min
4 AM
1h 7m ★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m

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

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West Palm Beach, FL

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 55.4-mile drive from West Palm Beach to Pembroke Pines in Florida is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 85% of your journey on major interstates, making it a quick connection between these South Florida locales. Budget around $9 for fuel, which is quite reasonable for this relatively short distance. Given the short duration and direct nature of the drive, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This is a practical option for those looking for an efficient way to travel within the state.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 31.6 mi 36m
Florida's Turnpike 15.3 mi 17m
West Atlantic Boulevard 2.7 mi 4m
North Dixie Highway 1.8 mi 4m
Belvedere Road 0.9 mi 1m
Southwest 64th Way 0.5 mi 1m
Southwest 8th Street 0.2 mi <1m
Hollywood Boulevard 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 31.6 mi, about 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Palm Beach, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.

1

Start on North Dixie Highway

282 ft · 15 sec · North Dixie Highway
2

Continue on North Dixie Highway

1.8 mi · 4 min · North Dixie Highway
3

Turn right onto Belvedere Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Belvedere Road
Use the straight lane.
4

Turn left

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami Use the left lane.
5

Merge onto I 95

19 mi · 21 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95

13 mi · 14 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 36 Toward SR 814: Atlantic Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn straight onto SR 814

2.7 mi · 4 min · West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami Use the left lane.
11

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

15 mi · 17 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 43 sec
Exit 49B Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto SR 820

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
14

Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
15

Continue on Southwest 8th Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Southwest 8th Street
16

Arrive at destination

Southwest 8th Street

Where to Stop

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

city in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Delray Beach, FL

28 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

Hypoluxo, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Boca Raton, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from West Palm Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 54 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.8 mi into trip | ~4m in | Belvedere Road

Turn right onto Belvedere Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
35.2 mi into trip | ~44m in

Take the exit toward SR 814: Atlantic Boulevard

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 36 Toward SR 814: Atlantic Boulevard
8
35.4 mi into trip | ~44m in

Keep slight right at fork toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard
8
38.4 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
7
54 mi into trip | ~1h 8m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$8.82 one way

$17.64 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $9.59 $19.18
premium $4.72 $10.30 $20.60
diesel $5.61 $12.23 $24.46

Estimated Tolls: $1.07

Florida's Turnpike (15.3 mi) $1.07

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Tolls

$1

Total

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 16.6 0 $5.82 $2.66
Efficient EV 13.9 0 $4.85 $2.22
EV Truck/SUV 22.2 0 $7.76 $3.55

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

West Palm Beach, FL

Morning in West Palm Beach on Sunday

Local time

6:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

E 9 to 13 mph 15% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 7:03PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Destination

Pembroke Pines, FL

Morning in Pembroke Pines on Sunday

Local time

6:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

NE 7 mph 19% chance Live forecast

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 7:03PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL

Rip Current Statement

Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

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

1h 12m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for this 55.4-mile trip, with 85% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-95 and Florida's Turnpike. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 31.6 miles on I-95, allowing for consistent cruising. While the main roads offer speed, the inclusion of West Atlantic Boulevard suggests a transition to more local arteries as you approach your destination. This route is designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours.

85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.6 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near Belvedere Road.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.4 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 1.8 miles (Belvedere Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between West Palm Beach, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Miami.

Florida's Turnpike South

38.4 mi in | ~50m

Miami

38.4 mi in | ~50m

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 1h 12m. Total distance: 55.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 31.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.07 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 1.8 miles (Belvedere Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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