Origin
Cheval, FL
Morning in Cheval on Wednesday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cheval, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 18m
Distance
284 mi
457 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 5m
★
6 AM
5h 18m
8 AM
5h 45m
10 AM
5h 28m
12 PM
5h 25m
3 PM
5h 29m
5 PM
5h 44m
8 PM
5h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cheval, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
This 284-mile drive from Cheval to Pembroke Pines, Florida, will take approximately 5 hours and 18 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of the journey on major roads like I-75, Port Everglades Expressway, and State Road 54. With an estimated fuel cost of $45, this is an economical option for a quick Florida excursion. You'll spend the majority of your time on I-75, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 256.6 miles. This drive is designed for efficiency, getting you from your origin to your destination with minimal fuss.
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
142 miles from Cheval, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, accounting for 95% of your travel. The personality of the drive is largely dictated by I-75, which forms the backbone for a significant 256.6-mile stretch. While you'll encounter State Road 54 and Port Everglades Expressway, the overall feel is one of consistent, high-speed travel. This isn't a route for leisurely scenic overlooks; it's built for making good time. You'll likely find yourself in a rhythm of steady driving, punctuated by occasional exits for services or transitions between major roadways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 256.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in near I 75.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 284 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 12.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 267.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 276.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
12.1 mi into trip
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~21m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward South I 75: Naples
9
267.7 mi into trip
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~4h 55m in
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I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
8
276.7 mi into trip
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~5h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
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 8; 9A-B
Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpi...
7
277.3 mi into trip
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~5h 7m in
Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 8
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando...
8
277.7 mi into trip
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~5h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Cheval, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
267.7 mi in
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~4h 55m
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via I 595
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 256.6 mi | 4h 35m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 9 mi | 10m |
| State Road 54 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| North Dale Mabry Highway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Cheval Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Road 56 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 256.6 mi, about 4h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheval, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on Place Marquette
265 ft
·
13 sec
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Place Marquette
2
Turn right onto Biarritz Avenue
0.2 mi
·
1 min
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Biarritz Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto Cheval Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
3 min
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Cheval Boulevard
4
At end of road, turn right onto Cheval Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Cheval Boulevard
5
At end of road, turn left onto FL 597
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North Dale Mabry Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn straight onto US 41
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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Land O' Lakes Boulevard
7
Turn right onto FL 54
4.4 mi
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6 min
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State Road 54
Use the straight / slight left / right lanes.
8
Continue on FL 56
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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State Road 56
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Continue on FL 56
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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FL 56
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 75 South: Tampa, Saint Petersburg
12
Merge onto I 75
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
I 75
Toward South I 75: Naples
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
181 mi
·
3 hr 14 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 8; 9A-B
Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto SR 84
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
SR 84
Toward SR 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami
18
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 8
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
21
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
24
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
25
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
26
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 18-minute duration, this trip is best completed in a single day. Leaving Cheval in the morning, perhaps around 9 AM, should allow you to reach Pembroke Pines by mid-afternoon. You'll only need one planned stop, and since the longest stretch is on I-75, aim to refuel and take a break before you begin that extended segment to ensure you have ample gas. The fuel cost is estimated at $45, so budget accordingly. Pay attention to signage for transitions between I-75 and the other highways mentioned to maintain your route efficiently.
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 142 miles from Cheval, FL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.6 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142 miles or 2h 40m 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 18m
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 Cheval, 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 Cheval, FL
This is one driving day of about 284 miles and 5h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cheval, 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 75 for about 256.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 142 mi from Cheval, FL · 2h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 142 miles from Cheval, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 256.6 miles.
Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL
The final approach into Pembroke Pines, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Pembroke Pines, FL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.21 one way
$90.41 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $49.17 | $98.35 |
| premium | $4.72 | $52.81 | $105.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.70 | $125.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.30
Florida's Turnpike
(4.2 mi)
$0.30
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
$45
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.2 | 1 | $29.82 | $13.63 |
| Efficient EV | 71 | 0 | $24.85 | $11.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.6 | 1 | $39.76 | $18.18 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Morning in Pembroke Pines on Wednesday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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 18m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cheval, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 284 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, State Road 54. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 142 miles from Cheval, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.21 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 284 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 267.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 276.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Cheval, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
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