Origin
Fort Meade, FL
Evening in Fort Meade on Sunday
Local time
5:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Meade, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Drive Time
3h 58m
Distance
186 mi
299 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 45m
★
6 AM
3h 58m
8 AM
4h 24m
10 AM
4h 7m
12 PM
4h 4m
3 PM
4h 8m
5 PM
4h 23m
8 PM
3h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Meade, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
Traveling from Fort Meade to Pembroke Pines covers 186 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 58 minutes. This route is designed as a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it a manageable day trip for most drivers. You will primarily navigate via US 27, US 98, and the Port Everglades Expressway to reach your destination. Expect to budget approximately $31 for fuel, keeping the trip cost-effective for a single-day excursion. Since the entire journey remains within Florida, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the inland areas toward the coast. It is a practical route for those prioritizing efficiency over variety.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93 miles from Fort Meade, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
You should prepare for a drive where 96% of the journey takes place on highways, emphasizing a focus on speed and consistency. The road maintains a steady pace, highlighted by a significant 148.9-mile stretch along US 27. This long, uninterrupted segment defines the experience, requiring you to stay alert during the extended highway travel. While you will transition through different road segments, the drive remains largely functional and direct rather than winding or technical. You can expect a predictable ride that prioritizes getting you to Pembroke Pines with minimal deviations.
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.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 148.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and US 98. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 164 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 186 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 164 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
164 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
9
169.7 mi into trip
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~3h 35m 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
178.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 46m 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...
8
179.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 47m 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
8
180.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 48m 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 none lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Towns Along This Route
Between Fort Meade, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Fort Lauderdale and Naples.
Fort Lauderdale
164 mi in
|
~3h 28m
Naples
164 mi in
|
~3h 28m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 148.9 mi | 3h 7m |
| US 98 | 10.5 mi | 13m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 9 mi | 10m |
| I 75 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| Broadway | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| SR 84 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 148.9 mi, about 3h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Meade, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on US 17; US 98
126 ft
·
11 sec
·
Charleston Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 98
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Broadway
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 98
10 mi
·
13 min
·
US 98
4
Turn right onto US 27; US 98
11 mi
·
13 min
·
US 27; US 98
Use the left / none lanes.
5
Continue on US 27; US 98
10 mi
·
14 min
·
US 27; US 98
Use the left / none lanes.
6
Continue on US 27; US 98
55 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
US 27; US 98
Use the left / none lanes.
7
Merge onto US 27; FL 78
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 27; FL 78
8
Turn slight right
338 ft
·
4 sec
9
Continue on US 27
32 mi
·
42 min
·
US 27
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on US 27; FL 80
40 mi
·
48 min
·
US 27; FL 80
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 27
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 27
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Miami, Fort Lauderdale
14
Merge onto I 75
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75
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
Use the none lane.
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
Use the none lane.
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
Planning for this 186-mile trip is simple because it is easily completed in one day, giving you the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. With only one recommended stop required to break up the nearly four-hour drive, you can easily manage fatigue by choosing a convenient location along the long US 27 corridor. Keep in mind that the heavy reliance on highway travel means traffic conditions can impact your arrival time, so check for congestion before you head out. Since you are spending roughly $31 on fuel, topping off your tank before leaving Fort Meade can help you avoid unnecessary stops during the longest stretch of your journey. Staying hydrated and pacing your single break will ensure you arrive in Pembroke Pines feeling refreshed.
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 93 miles from Fort Meade, FL, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.9 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93 miles or 1h 59m 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 14m
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 Fort Meade, 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 Fort Meade, FL
This is one driving day of about 186 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Meade, 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 US 27 for about 148.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93 mi from Fort Meade, FL · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 93 miles from Fort Meade, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.9 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
$31.07 one way
$62.14 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $33.66 | $67.31 |
| premium | $4.90 | $35.85 | $71.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.32 | $82.65 |
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
$31
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.53 | $8.93 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.4 | 0 | $26.04 | $11.90 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Evening in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
5:40 PM
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
17 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
3h 58m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fort Meade, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 186 miles and takes about 3h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, US 98, Port Everglades Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93 miles from Fort Meade, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.07 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 186 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 164 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 178.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Fort Meade, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Fort Lauderdale and Naples.
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