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Trip from Hollywood, FL to Tampa, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 50m

Distance

265.3 mi

427 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

8 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 37m ★
6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 18m
10 AM
5h 0m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 43m

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

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Tampa, FL

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Trip Overview

This 265.3-mile journey from Hollywood, Florida, to Tampa, Florida, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive designed for a single day. Expect to spend approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable day trip. The route is dominated by major interstates, including I-75 and the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway, with only a small portion on local roads. With a fuel cost estimated at $42, it's an economical option for covering ground across Florida. This drive is all about efficient travel between two major Florida hubs, with minimal detours.

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

132.6 miles from Hollywood, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 26m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 50m. Total distance: 265.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Primarily a highway-focused experience, this route boasts a 98% highway share, meaning you'll be on fast-paced roads for almost the entire 265.3 miles. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 236 miles on I-75, offering a consistent driving pace. The Port Everglades Expressway and Lee Roy Selmon Expressway contribute to the interstate feel, ensuring a smooth, albeit predictable, journey. This is a drive where you'll mainly be navigating through Florida's landscape at highway speeds, with little time spent on slower, local roads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 236 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 1.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 265.3 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
1.2 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
8
5.6 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 24 Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-...
7
5.8 mi into trip | ~7m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 595 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 595 West
8
254.5 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in

Take the exit toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa

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 256 Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West...
8
264.7 mi into trip | ~4h 49m in

Take the exit toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East

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 Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - Eas...

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 236 mi 4h 13m
Port Everglades Expressway 11.8 mi 13m
Lee Roy Selmon Expressway 7.8 mi 9m
I 95 4.1 mi 4m
Hollywood Boulevard 1.2 mi 1m
East Kennedy Boulevard 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 236 mi, about 4h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hollywood, FL and Tampa, FL.

1

Start on SR 820

216 ft · 12 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
2

Continue on SR 820

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
3

Keep slight right at fork onto SR 820

0.4 mi · 38 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
4

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach Use the right lane.
5

Merge onto I 95

4.1 mi · 4 min · I 95
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 24 Toward I 595: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 595 West Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Merge onto I 595

1.7 mi · 2 min · Port Everglades Expressway
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 595

10 mi · 11 min · Port Everglades Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto I 75

236 mi · 4 hr 13 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

2.4 mi · 2 min
Exit 256 Toward FL 618 Toll West, Selmon Expressway West: Tampa, Port of Tampa Use the slight right lane.
12

Continue on FL 618 Toll

7.8 mi · 9 min · Lee Roy Selmon Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 8 Toward FL 60: Kennedy Boulevard, Downtown - East Use the slight right lane.
14

Turn straight onto US 41 Business; FL 60

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Kennedy Boulevard
15

Arrive at destination

FL 60

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 4-hour and 50-minute drive, consider departing early to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Tampa. With only one recommended stop for the 265.3 miles, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on I-75 is 236 miles, and plan your refueling accordingly. Given the highway-focused nature and estimated $42 fuel cost, a single tank should suffice for most vehicles, but it's always wise to start with a full one.

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 132.6 miles from Hollywood, FL, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236 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 58 miles or 1h 5m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 132.6 miles or 2h 26m 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 57m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, FL

This is one driving day of about 265.3 miles and 4h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 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.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 236 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 132.6 mi from Hollywood, FL · 2h 26m into the drive

Downtown Punta Gorda, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Punta Gorda, FL

133 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

Bonita Springs, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Punta Gorda, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 132.6 miles from Hollywood, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 236 miles.

Arriving in Tampa, FL

The final approach into Tampa, 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 Tampa, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 265.3

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 265.3

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1 mi

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

1.4 mi

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - West Tampa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

DI Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18139155998

Visit website

22nd Street Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18133040373

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - Heights

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18138436588

Visit website

Coffee Uniting People - CUP

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18134001110

Visit website

Kubana Kafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour Inexpensiv mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18134343262

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 170.5

Punta Gorda, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 132.6

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18555023851

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 132.6

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 189.5

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 189.5

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Era Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 189.5

Venice, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18884092980

Visit website

Jule Charging Station

2.2 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 189.5

Venice, Florida

+18555675853

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 132.6

Fort Myers, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Magic Carpet Glide

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18136379797

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

The Florida Aquarium

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18132734000

Visit website

Iconic Tampa Bay

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 265.3

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+18132183498

Visit website

Big Cat Habitat

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 208.4

Sarasota, Florida

Hours: 12–4 pm

+19413716377

Visit website

Everglades Swamp Tours - Airboat Rides Fort Lauderdale

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 37.9

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13058490135

Visit website

Ingalls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Hallandale Beach, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19544571452

Visit website

Anne Kolb Nature Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hollywood, Florida

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+19543575161

Visit website

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

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 228.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.33 one way

$86.65 round trip

$4.15/gal 25.4 MPG avg 93 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $48.00 $96.01
premium $4.90 $51.14 $102.28
diesel $4.35 $45.44 $90.87

Estimated Tolls: $0.78

Selmon Expressway (7.8 mi) $0.78

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

$43

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 92.8 kg one way.

EV Charging Along Route

8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Aventura Mall - Tesla Supercharger

Aventura, FL

Tesla

35 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Pembroke Park, FL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Hollywood Florida Rechargery @ Wawa - Federal Hwy

Hollywood, FL

IONNA

10 DCFC

Aventura Commons Shopping Mall - Tesla Supercharger

Aventura, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Atlantic Village - Tesla Supercharger

Hallandale Beach, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

FPL EVolution - Aventura Plaza

Aventure, FL

FPLEV

4 DCFC

FPL EVolution - Hallandale Beach Shops

Hallandale Beach, FL

FPLEV

4 DCFC

FPL EVolution - Hallandale Beach

Hallandale Beach, FL

FPLEV

2 DCFC

Tesla: 4 FPLEV: 3 IONNA: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 79.6 0 $27.86 $12.73
Efficient EV 66.3 0 $23.21 $10.61
EV Truck/SUV 106.1 1 $37.14 $16.98

Gas CO2

93 kg

EV CO2

31 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 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

Hollywood, FL

Morning in Hollywood on Saturday

Local time

8:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tampa, FL

Morning in Tampa on Saturday

Local time

8:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 50m 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 Tampa, FL covers 265.3 miles and takes about 4h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, Lee Roy Selmon 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 132.6 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 $43.33 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 265.3 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 1.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Hollywood, FL to Tampa, 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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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