Origin
Hollywood, FL
Morning in Hollywood on Saturday
Local time
10:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hollywood, FL to Butler Beach, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 22m
Distance
288 mi
464 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 10m
★
6 AM
5h 23m
8 AM
5h 50m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 30m
3 PM
5h 34m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Butler Beach, FL
Brent Singleton
Trip Overview
The drive from Hollywood, FL to Butler Beach, FL covers 288 miles and takes about 5h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hollywood Boulevard, I 95 North, SR 814 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
144 miles from Hollywood, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Hollywood, FL
Full guide →Hollywood is a city in Florida, located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami. With a population of 153,000 people (2022), Hollywood is a relatively small city that retains an old, laid-back, Florida feel to it compared to the larger cities in the area.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 22m. Total distance: 288 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 22m drive with frequent turns across 288 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 22m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hollywood, FL to Butler Beach, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hollywood Boulevard | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
| SR 814 West | — | — |
| West Atlantic Boulevard | — | — |
| North Andrews Avenue | — | — |
| Northwest 16th Avenue | — | — |
| Dr | — | — |
| Florida's Turnpike | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Hollywood Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, FL and Butler Beach, FL.
1
Start on Hollywood Boulevard
217 ft
·
12 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
2
Continue on Hollywood Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollywood Boulevard
3
Keep slight right to continue on Hollywood Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
4
Take the exit right toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 95 North: West Palm Beach
5
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
17 min
6
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
7
Keep slight left to continue on SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
8
Turn left onto West Atlantic Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
9
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Andrews Avenue
10
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Northwest 16th Avenue
11
Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
12
Take the ramp slight right toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
13
Keep slight right to continue on Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
14
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
85 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
15
Take the exit slight right toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
16
Keep slight right to continue on FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
213 ft
·
5 sec
·
FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
17
Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 95
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 95
19
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Daytona Beach
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 North: Daytona Beach
20
Merge slight left
169 mi
·
3 hr 1 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Saint Augustine
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 1: Saint Augustine
22
Keep slight right to continue on US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes , Fort Matanzas
207 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 1 North: St. Augustine, Faver Dykes , Fort Matanzas
23
Turn straight
6.6 mi
·
7 min
24
Turn right
3.9 mi
·
5 min
25
At the end of the road, turn left onto A1A
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
A1A
26
Turn left onto Weff Road
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Weff Road
27
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 144 miles from Hollywood, FL, or about 2h 41m 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 63 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Butler Beach, 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 288 miles and 5h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 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 144 mi from Hollywood, FL · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
144 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 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 144 miles from Hollywood, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Butler Beach, FL
The final approach into Butler Beach, 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 Butler Beach, 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
$45.84 one way
$91.68 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
101 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $49.87 | $99.73 |
| premium | $4.72 | $53.55 | $107.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.59 | $127.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.4 | 1 | $30.24 | $13.82 |
| Efficient EV | 72 | 0 | $25.20 | $11.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 115.2 | 1 | $40.32 | $18.43 |
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Butler Beach, FL
Morning in Butler Beach on Saturday
Local time
10:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
7 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
5h 22m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Butler Beach, FL covers 288 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hollywood Boulevard, I 95 North, SR 814 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 144 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 $45.84 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 22m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hollywood, FL to Butler Beach, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hollywood, FL to Butler Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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