Traveling from West Park to Hollywood is a 325.5-mile journey that typically takes 4 hours and 43 minutes to complete. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, you should plan for a single day of travel rather than splitting it into multiple segments. You will navigate primarily via West Newberry Road, I-75 South, and Florida's Turnpike South. Expect to spend approximately $54 on fuel for the trip. Since both cities are located within Florida, you will remain within the same state throughout your drive, allowing for a straightforward transition between these two regions.
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
161.2 miles from West Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
240.6 mi
4h 19m
I 75
59.8 mi
1h 4m
I 95
15.1 mi
17m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi
2m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
West Newberry Road
1.1 mi
2m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Northwest 55th Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 240.6 mi, about 4h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Park, FL and Hollywood, FL.
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Start on Northwest 55th Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Northwest 55th Street
2
Take the ramp
120 ft·3 sec
3
Turn right onto FL 26
1.1 mi·2 min·West Newberry Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 75 South: TampaUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
60 mi·1 hr 4 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
241 mi·4 hr 19 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
251 ft·15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·25 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
11
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
12
Turn left onto SR 814
497 ft·16 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
14
Merge onto I 95
15 mi·17 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 20Toward SR 820: Hollywood BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto SR 820
0.6 mi·1 min·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on SR 820
391 ft·5 sec·SR 820
18
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi·38 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
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Arrive at destination
SR 820
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 43 minute duration, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion on these local roads. You only need to plan for one scheduled stop, which provides enough flexibility to stretch your legs without significantly delaying your arrival. Keep your budget of $54 for fuel in mind as you head out, and try to fill your tank before hitting the turn-heavy sections to avoid last-minute stops. Since this is a single-day trip, utilize your one stop to refuel and grab a quick snack to stay energized. Prioritize checking local traffic reports for West Newberry Road before you leave, as local road conditions can fluctuate more than standard highway travel.
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 161.2 miles from West Park, FL, or about 2h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 240.6 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 71 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.2 miles or 2h 56m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Park, 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 West Park, FL
This is one driving day of about 322.4 miles and 5h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from West Park, 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 240.6 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 321.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.7 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Tampa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South: Tampa
8
61.8 mi into trip|~1h 8m in|Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
8
302.4 mi into trip|~5h 28m in
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
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 67
Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...
7
320.8 mi into trip|~5h 53m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
7
321.8 mi into trip|~5h 55m in|SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.32 one way
$102.63 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$55.82
$111.65
premium
$4.72
$59.95
$119.90
diesel
$5.61
$71.18
$142.36
Estimated Tolls: $16.84
Florida's Turnpike
(240.6 mi)$16.84
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
$51
Tolls
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
96.7
1
$33.85
$15.48
Efficient EV
80.6
0
$28.21
$12.90
EV Truck/SUV
129
1
$45.14
$20.63
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
West Park, FL
Morning
in West Park on Sunday
Local time
10:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Morning
in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
10:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
11 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 55m 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 trip features a turn-heavy profile that demands your focus, rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate a mix of local roads and major thoroughfares, as the route relies on a combination of West Newberry Road and large highways like I-75 and the Turnpike. While the highway share is listed at 0 percent, the combination of these specific roads creates a dynamic driving experience. Prepare for a constant change in pace as you transition between local stretches and larger road systems throughout the 325.5-mile duration. Stay alert, as the winding nature of this path keeps you actively engaged behind the wheel.
98% 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: 240.6 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
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 322.4 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 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 61.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 302.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Park, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 55m. Total distance: 322.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 240.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.84 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 30 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.
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 Hollywood, 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. There are 30 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 61.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 302.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hollywood, FL before the return drive.
