The drive from Indian River Estates, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 104.4 miles and takes about 2h 8m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Florida's Turnpike, Southeast Airoso Boulevard, US Highway 1 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 92.6 miles on Florida's Turnpike.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.2 miles from Indian River Estates, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 104.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 8m highway drive covering 104.4 miles, with most of the trip on Florida's Turnpike and Southeast Airoso Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 92.6 miles on 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 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 92.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Southeast Airoso Boulevard. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Savannah Street.
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 104.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.2 miles (Savannah Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Savannah Street
Turn right onto Savannah Street
Navigation decision point
8
9.9 mi into trip|~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
5
10.5 mi into trip|~22m in|Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
103 mi into trip|~2h 4m 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
103.7 mi into trip|~2h 5m 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 Indian River Estates, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
Florida's Turnpike Toll
9.4 mi in|~19m
Miami
9.9 mi in|~21m
Florida's Turnpike South
9.9 mi in|~21m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
92.6 mi
1h 42m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
3.2 mi
5m
US Highway 1
1.4 mi
2m
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
0.8 mi
1m
East Prima Vista Boulevard
0.7 mi
1m
Buchanan Drive
0.6 mi
1m
Northeast Riomar Drive
0.6 mi
1m
Southeast Prima Vista Boulevard
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 92.6 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Indian River Estates, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on Sea Grape Drive
0.2 mi·40 sec·Sea Grape Drive
2
Turn right onto Savannah Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Savannah Street
3
Turn left onto Buchanan Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Buchanan Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto East Easy Street
0.6 mi·1 min·East Easy Street
5
Turn left onto US 1
1.4 mi·2 min·US Highway 1
6
Turn right onto Northeast Riomar Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Northeast Riomar Drive
7
Turn right onto East Prima Vista Boulevard
0.5 mi·52 sec·East Prima Vista Boulevard
8
Continue on Northeast Prima Vista Boulevard
0.2 mi·26 sec·Northeast Prima Vista Boulevard
9
Continue on East Prima Vista Boulevard
0.2 mi·24 sec·East Prima Vista Boulevard
10
Continue on Southeast Prima Vista Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·Southeast Prima Vista Boulevard
11
Turn left onto CR 615
3.2 mi·5 min·Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi·1 min·Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
13
Turn left onto Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
0.1 mi·21 sec·Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
14
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike SouthUse the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
93 mi·1 hr 42 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
19
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
21
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 52.2 miles from Indian River Estates, FL, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 92.6 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 23 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.2 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 45m
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 Indian River 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 Indian River Estates, FL
This is one driving day of about 104.4 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Indian River Estates, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 92.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.2 mi from Indian River Estates, FL
· 1h 8m into the drive
The midpoint is around 52.2 miles from Indian River Estates, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 92.6 miles.
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.
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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.62 one way
$33.24 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$18.08
$36.15
premium
$4.72
$19.41
$38.83
diesel
$5.61
$23.05
$46.10
Estimated Tolls: $6.48
Florida's Turnpike
(92.6 mi)$6.48
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
$17
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.3
0
$10.96
$5.01
Efficient EV
26.1
0
$9.14
$4.18
EV Truck/SUV
41.8
0
$14.62
$6.68
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Indian River Estates, FL
Morning
in Indian River Estates on Saturday
Local time
7:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Morning
in Pembroke Pines on Saturday
Local time
7:00 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
4 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
2h 8m 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 Indian River Estates, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 104.4 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Southeast Airoso Boulevard, US Highway 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.2 miles from Indian River Estates, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.62 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 104.4 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.2 miles (Savannah Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Indian River Estates, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
