Embark on a straightforward 207.3-mile journey from Gulf Gate Estates, FL, to Hollywood, FL, which will take you approximately 3 hours and 52 minutes. This drive is entirely within Florida and is best tackled as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $33. The route is predominantly highway-focused, offering a direct and efficient path between these two Florida locations. Expect a consistent pace for most of the drive, making it a manageable excursion for a single day.
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
103.7 miles from Gulf Gate Estates, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 52m. Total distance: 207.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-75 and the Port Everglades Expressway. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a significant 176.6-mile segment on I-75. While the primary focus is on efficient travel, there are moments where you'll transition to roads like South Tamiami Trail, offering a slight change of pace before returning to the main highways. The overall character is one of smooth, consistent progress.
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 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 176.6 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 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 207.3 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 12 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.6 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 201 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
12 mi into trip|~19m in|I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
188.6 mi into trip|~3h 28m in|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...
7
201 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Miami
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10B
Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
205.8 mi into trip|~3h 49m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
7
206.8 mi into trip|~3h 51m in|SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Gulf Gate Estates, FL to Hollywood, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
188.6 mi in|~3h 28m|via I 595
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
176.6 mi
3h 9m
Port Everglades Expressway
12.4 mi
14m
South Tamiami Trail
8.8 mi
13m
I 95
3.8 mi
4m
Laurel Road East
2.8 mi
5m
Hollywood Boulevard
1.1 mi
1m
SR 820
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 176.6 mi, about 3h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gulf Gate Estates, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on US 41
8.8 mi·13 min·South Tamiami Trail
2
Turn left onto CR 762
2.8 mi·5 min·Laurel Road East
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·49 sec
Toward I 75 South: Naples
4
Merge onto I 75
177 mi·3 hr 9 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
12 mi·14 min·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 10BToward I 95 South: MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
8
Merge onto I 95
3.8 mi·4 min·I 95
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 20Toward SR 820: Hollywood BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto SR 820
0.6 mi·1 min·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on SR 820
391 ft·5 sec·SR 820
12
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820
0.5 mi·38 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Arrive at destination
SR 820
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under four hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave in the morning to maximize daylight and arrive with ample time to settle in. Given the extensive 176.6-mile stretch on I-75, plan for one convenient stop roughly midway to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the South Florida metropolitan area, as congestion can increase.
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 103.7 miles from Gulf Gate Estates, FL, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.6 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 46 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.7 miles or 1h 57m 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 9m
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 Gulf Gate Estates, 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 Gulf Gate Estates, FL
This is one driving day of about 207.3 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Gulf Gate Estates, 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 176.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 103.7 mi from Gulf Gate Estates, FL
· 1h 57m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.00 one way
$65.99 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$35.89
$71.79
premium
$4.72
$38.55
$77.09
diesel
$5.61
$45.77
$91.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.2
0
$21.77
$9.95
Efficient EV
51.8
0
$18.14
$8.29
EV Truck/SUV
82.9
1
$29.02
$13.27
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Gulf Gate Estates, FL
Late night
in Gulf Gate Estates on Friday
Local time
3:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Late night
in Hollywood on Friday
Local time
3:12 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
3 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
3h 52m 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 Gulf Gate Estates, FL to Hollywood, FL covers 207.3 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, South Tamiami Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 103.7 miles from Gulf Gate Estates, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.00 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 10 significant decision points across 207.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 12 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 188.6 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 201 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Gulf Gate Estates, FL to Hollywood, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include De Soto National Memorial.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the
methodology page.
