The drive from Gonzalez, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 658.7 miles and takes about 11h 56m behind the wheel.
It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on I 10, Florida's Turnpike, I 75 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is long-distance drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 285.7 miles on I 10.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $104.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
3 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
329.3 miles from Gonzalez, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 58m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 3 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
11h 56m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
At 658.7 miles and 11h 56m of driving, this is a route where fuel stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single turn. The main roads are I 10 and Florida's Turnpike.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 285.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Florida's Turnpike. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6 miles in near I 10.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 658.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 291.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 399.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6 mi into trip|~10m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
291.7 mi into trip|~5h 17m in
Take the exit toward I-75 South: Tampa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 296A
Toward I-75 South: Tampa
8
399.3 mi into trip|~7h 13m 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
7
657.3 mi into trip|~11h 52m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
6
657.9 mi into trip|~11h 54m in|Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gonzalez, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Florida's Turnpike South
399.3 mi in|~7h 13m|via Florida's Turnpike
Orlando
399.3 mi in|~7h 13m|via Florida's Turnpike
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
285.7 mi
5h 6m
Florida's Turnpike
258 mi
4h 39m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
US 29
5.5 mi
9m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Old Chemstrand Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Hollywood Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 285.7 mi, about 5h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gonzalez, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on 3rd Avenue
82 ft·9 sec·3rd Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 749
0.3 mi·42 sec·Old Chemstrand Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 29
5.5 mi·9 min·US 29
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·20 sec
5
Merge onto I 10
286 mi·5 hr 6 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
7
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
258 mi·4 hr 39 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
11
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
13
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 329.3 miles from Gonzalez, FL, or about 5h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 285.7 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 145 miles or 2h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 329.3 miles or 5h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 329.3 miles or 5h 58m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10h 49m
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 Gonzalez, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gonzalez, FL
Aim for roughly 329 miles and 6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Pembroke Pines, FL
Aim for roughly 329 miles and 6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 145 miles from Gonzalez, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 3 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 285.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 329.3 mi from Gonzalez, FL
· 5h 58m into the drive
The midpoint is around 329.3 miles from Gonzalez, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 285.7 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stop
For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 329 miles or 6 hours on the road.
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.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Pembroke Pines, FL with some flexibility left in the schedule.
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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Ocala, Florida
Around the midpoint, short detour
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
$10 to $20
mile 376.4
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
National Seashore
Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
$25
Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $69 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
197.6
2
$69.16
$31.62
Efficient EV
164.7
1
$57.64
$26.35
EV Truck/SUV
263.5
3
$92.22
$42.16
Gas CO2
230 kg
EV CO2
77 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 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
Gonzalez, FL
Afternoon
in Gonzalez on Friday
Local time
2:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon
in Pembroke Pines on Friday
Local time
3:52 PM
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
8 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
11h 56m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Gonzalez, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 658.7 miles and takes about 11h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Florida's Turnpike, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 329 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 329.3 miles from Gonzalez, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $104.85 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 3 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 658.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 6 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 291.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 399.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Gonzalez, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
