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Trip from Winter Springs, FL to Hollywood, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 25m

Distance

229.3 mi

369 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 12m ★
6 AM
4h 25m
8 AM
4h 52m
10 AM
4h 35m
12 PM
4h 32m
3 PM
4h 36m
5 PM
4h 51m
8 PM
4h 17m

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

city in Seminole County, Florida, United States of America

Winter Springs, FL

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Trip Overview

This 229.3-mile drive from Winter Springs to Hollywood, Florida, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day, with an estimated travel time of 4 hours and 25 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 88% of the drive utilizing major roads like I-95, Florida's Turnpike, and the Beachline Expressway. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a single-day excursion. You'll be passing through various parts of Florida, making it a convenient option for exploring more of the Sunshine State without needing an overnight stay. Plan for one main stop along the way.

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

114.6 miles from Winter Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 90.5 mi 1h 38m
Florida's Turnpike 84.9 mi 1h 32m
Beachline Expressway 25.3 mi 27m
Central Florida GreeneWay 11.3 mi 12m
Tuskawilla Road 3.2 mi 5m
Lake Drive 1.8 mi 3m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard 1.4 mi 2m
Hollywood Boulevard 1.1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 90.5 mi, about 1h 38m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Winter Springs, FL and Hollywood, FL.

1

Start on this road

150 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn right onto FL 434

469 ft · 19 sec · FL 434
3

Turn left onto Edgemon Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Edgemon Avenue
Use the left lane.
4

Turn right onto Murphy Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Murphy Road
5

Turn left onto Seminola Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Seminola Boulevard
6

Continue on Lake Drive

1.8 mi · 3 min · Lake Drive
7

Turn right onto Tuskawilla Road

3.2 mi · 5 min · Tuskawilla Road
8

Turn left onto FL 426

0.4 mi · 47 sec · Aloma Avenue
9

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward FL 417 Toll South: Orlando Use the right lane.
10

Continue on FL 417 Toll

11 mi · 12 min · Central Florida GreeneWay
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Exit 26 Toward FL 528 Toll: International Airport, Cocoa Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

1.1 mi · 2 min
Toward FL 528 East: Cocoa, Kennedy Space Center
13

Merge onto FL 528 Toll

25 mi · 27 min · Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 42A Toward I 95 South: Miami Use the slight right lane.
15

Merge onto I 95

75 mi · 1 hr 20 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Exit 129 Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork

492 ft · 12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee Use the right lane.
18

Merge onto FL 70

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Okeechobee Road
19

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South Use the left lane.
21

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

85 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
23

Keep slight left at fork

251 ft · 15 sec
Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard
24

Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
25

Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Northwest 16th Avenue
26

Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Andrews Avenue
27

Turn left onto SR 814

497 ft · 16 sec · West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
28

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
29

Merge onto I 95

15 mi · 17 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 20 Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
31

Turn left onto SR 820

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
32

Continue on SR 820

391 ft · 5 sec · SR 820
33

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820

0.5 mi · 38 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
34

Arrive at destination

SR 820

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour and 25-minute duration, this 229.3-mile trip is best tackled as a single-day drive. Consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the South Florida area. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $37, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest stretch is over 90 miles on I-95, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. The combination of I-95 and Florida's Turnpike means tolls are likely, so have your SunPass or cash ready.

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 114.6 miles from Winter Springs, FL, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.5 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 50 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 114.6 miles or 2h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 34m

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 Winter Springs, 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 Winter Springs, FL

This is one driving day of about 229.3 miles and 4h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Winter Springs, 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 I 95 for about 90.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

census-designated place in Martin County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jensen Beach, FL

115 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.

Popular next leg

Jensen Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL

94.9 mi · 1h 59m

Pacing Suggestions

Cape Canaveral, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Pierce, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 114.6 miles from Winter Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.5 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 26

5 decision points cluster between mile 19.6 and 209.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
19.6 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward FL 528 Toll: International Airport, Cocoa

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. Exit 26 Toward FL 528 Toll: International Airport, Coco...
7
46.5 mi into trip | ~59m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South: Miami

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 42A Toward I 95 South: Miami
8
122.7 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in

Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce

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. Exit 129 Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
8
124 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
209.3 mi into trip | ~3h 57m 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...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.50 one way

$73.00 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 80 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $39.70 $79.41
premium $4.72 $42.64 $85.27
diesel $5.61 $50.63 $101.25

Estimated Tolls: $5.94

Florida's Turnpike (84.9 mi) $5.94

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

$37

Tolls

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 80.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 68.8 0 $24.08 $11.01
Efficient EV 57.3 0 $20.06 $9.17
EV Truck/SUV 91.7 1 $32.10 $14.68

Gas CO2

80 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Winter Springs, FL

Morning in Winter Springs on Sunday

Local time

8:53 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hollywood, FL

Morning in Hollywood on Sunday

Local time

8:53 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

7 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

4h 25m 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 highway-focused experience for the majority of this 229.3-mile trip, with 88% of your travel time spent on interstates and expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 90.5 miles on I-95, so be prepared for sustained periods of high-speed driving. While largely a practical transit route, the combination of Florida's Turnpike and the Beachline Expressway ensures efficient movement across the state. This isn't a route for winding country roads, but rather for covering ground effectively.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.5 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 19.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 26 significant decision points across 229.3 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 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.7 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 Winter Springs, FL and Hollywood, FL, road signs point toward Cocoa, Kennedy Space Center, Fort Pierce, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.

Cocoa

19.6 mi in | ~28m

Kennedy Space Center

20.1 mi in | ~29m

Fort Pierce

122.7 mi in | ~2h 21m

Miami

124 mi in | ~2h 24m

Florida's Turnpike South

124 mi in | ~2h 24m

About the Cities

Arriving in Hollywood, FL

Full guide →

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.

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 4h 25m. Total distance: 229.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 90.5 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.94 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 122.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Hollywood, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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