Origin
Coconut Creek, FL
Evening in Coconut Creek on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
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31m
Distance
21.3 mi
34 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coconut Creek, FL
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Traveling from Coconut Creek to Hollywood is a quick 21.3-mile trip that typically takes about 31 minutes. Because of the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate a mix of local roads like Lyons Road and West Commercial Boulevard before transitioning onto the interstate. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an economical drive for commuters or locals heading south. Both the origin and destination are located within Florida, keeping you firmly in the same region for the entire journey. Expect a straightforward, practical transit that connects two major South Florida communities without the need for extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.7 miles from Coconut Creek, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
This journey offers a mixed driving profile that keeps things interesting as you transition between local streets and the highway. You will spend roughly 56% of your trip on major highways, primarily utilizing I-95 to cover the bulk of the distance. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 11.9-mile segment on I-95, which serves as the primary artery for the drive. While the local roads provide a slower pace at the start, the interstate portions offer a more consistent, higher-speed experience. The shift from suburban roads to the flow of the interstate defines the personality of this 21.3-mile trek.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Westgate Drive.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 21.3 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 0.7 miles (Westgate Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (Lyons Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Westgate Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Lyons Road
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| Lyons Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| West Commercial Boulevard | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Northwest 31st Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Wynmoor Circle | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Portofino Point | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Westgate Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Coconut Creek, FL and Hollywood, FL.
Start on Portofino Point
Continue on Portofino Point
At end of road, turn left onto Wynmoor Circle
Turn right onto Westgate Drive
Turn left onto Lyons Road
Continue on Northwest 31st Avenue
Turn left onto SR 870
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto SR 820
Continue on SR 820
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
Arrive at destination
Since this is a short trip with zero scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keeping an eye on local traffic patterns before merging onto I-95 is a smart move to ensure you maintain that 31-minute estimate. Because the fuel cost is a minimal $3, you won't need to worry about complex refueling logistics along the way. Use the 11.9-mile stretch on the interstate to find a steady pace, as this is where you will spend the majority of your time behind the wheel. The advantage of such a brief route is that you can easily adjust your arrival to fit your personal schedule without the stress of a long-haul itinerary.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 21.3 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.7 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Coconut Creek, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Coconut Creek, FL
This is one driving day of about 21.3 miles and 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.7 mi from Coconut Creek, FL · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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.
A short stop after about 21.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 10.7 miles from Coconut Creek, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$3.56 one way
$7.12 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.85 | $7.71 |
| premium | $4.90 | $4.11 | $8.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.73 | $9.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Coconut Creek on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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