Trip from Hollywood, FL to Big Pine Key, FL

Drive Time

3h 36m

Distance

150.7 mi

243 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 24m ★

6 AM

3h 36m

8 AM

4h 1m

10 AM

3h 45m

12 PM

3h 42m

3 PM

3h 46m

5 PM

4h 0m

8 PM

3h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Hollywood to Big Pine Key covers 150.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 36 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, the Dixie Highway, and the iconic Overseas Highway. Budgeting approximately $25 for fuel is a safe bet for this trek through the Florida landscape. Because the trip is manageable in a single day, you do not necessarily need to book an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. It is a straightforward journey that transitions from the urban sprawl of South Florida into the unique island environment of the Keys. Use this route if you want a direct path to the lower islands without the need for an extended multi-day itinerary.

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

75.3 miles from Hollywood, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mix of driving conditions that shift significantly as you move away from the mainland. While only 28% of the trip is on major highways, you will encounter a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs once you hit the Overseas Highway, where you will cruise for 77.4 miles. Transitioning from the turnpike onto the local highway system changes the rhythm of your drive, shifting from fast-paced transit to a more deliberate pace. Stay alert for frequent speed changes as the road personality evolves from high-speed corridors to the localized flow of the Florida Keys.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Hollywood Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Hollywood, FL to Big Pine Key, FL is easy. At 3h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hollywood, FL to Big Pine Key, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Hollywood Boulevard	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 95 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
US 441 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
SR 826 West	Unavailable	Refreshing
Palmetto Expressway	Unavailable	Refreshing
Express Lanes	Unavailable	Refreshing
Don Shula Expressway	Unavailable	Refreshing
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: Hollywood Boulevard — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, FL and Big Pine Key, FL.

Start on Hollywood Boulevard

217 ft · 12 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

Continue on Hollywood Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard

Keep slight right to continue on Hollywood Boulevard

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

Turn left onto I 95 South: Miami

0.3 mi · 38 sec · I 95 South: Miami

Merge slight left

6.3 mi · 8 min

Take the exit slight right toward US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll

0.1 mi · 17 sec · US 441 South, SR 9 South, SR 826 East, SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll

Keep slight right to continue on SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll

0.4 mi · 55 sec · SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll

Merge slight left

348 ft · 6 sec

Take the exit slight right toward SR 826 West

0.2 mi · 42 sec · SR 826 West

Merge slight left onto Palmetto Expressway

8.0 mi · 11 min · Palmetto Expressway

Keep slight left to continue on Express Lanes

9.1 mi · 9 min · Express Lanes

Merge slight right onto Palmetto Expressway

3.5 mi · 4 min · Palmetto Expressway

Keep slight left to continue on Don Shula Expressway

7.5 mi · 9 min · Don Shula Expressway

Merge slight right onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

17 mi · 20 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

Keep slight left

0.6 mi · 1 min

Merge slight left onto Dixie Highway

19 mi · 26 min · Dixie Highway

Continue on Overseas Highway

77 mi · 2 hr · Overseas Highway

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Planning your departure is key to avoiding the heaviest traffic patterns common on these regional arteries. Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to leave early and maximize your time at your destination. With only one recommended stop, you should pace yourself to ensure you remain refreshed for the longer stretches of driving. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you head further down the Overseas Highway where service intervals can vary. A smart strategy is to top off your tank before leaving the mainland to avoid any potential price spikes or limited availability once you are deep into your journey.

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 75.3 miles from Hollywood, FL, or about 1h 48m into the drive.

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 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.3 miles or 1h 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 57m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Big Pine Key, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, FL

This is one driving day of about 150.7 miles and 3h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hollywood, 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.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 75.3 mi from Hollywood, FL · 1h 48m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Doral, FL

75 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

Doral, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Doral, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.3 miles from Hollywood, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Big Pine Key, FL

The final approach into Big Pine Key, 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 Big Pine Key, FL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.17 one way

$50.35 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$27.27	$54.54
premium	$4.90	$29.05	$58.10
diesel	$5.64	$33.48	$66.96

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45.2	$15.82	$7.23
Efficient EV	37.7	$13.19	$6.03
EV Truck/SUV	60.3	$21.10	$9.64

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Hollywood, FL

Morning in Hollywood on Monday

Local time

11:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Big Pine Key, FL

Morning in Big Pine Key on Monday

Local time

11:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°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 36m 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 Hollywood, FL to Big Pine Key, FL covers 150.7 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Hollywood Boulevard, I 95 South, US 441 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 75.3 miles from Hollywood, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.17 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.

The drive from Hollywood, FL to Big Pine Key, FL is easy. At 3h 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hollywood, FL to Big Pine Key, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Hollywood, FL to Big Pine Key, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.