Origin
LaBelle, FL
Late night in LaBelle on Saturday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
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Live forecast
Trip from LaBelle, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
109.5 mi
176 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
LaBelle, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from LaBelle to Pembroke Pines covers 109.4 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. This straightforward journey transitions you from the rural inland landscapes of Florida toward the more densely populated urban environment of the southeast coast. Given the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to complete the transit. It is a highly practical connection for those looking to reach the Pembroke Pines area efficiently without the need for complex multi-day planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.7 miles from LaBelle, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 109.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Your journey relies on a combination of US 27 South and I-75 South to navigate between these two points. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route keeps you engaged with frequent changes in direction and road type as you transition through the region. Because the highway share is 0 percent, you will spend your time navigating local roads rather than cruising on high-speed expressways. Be prepared for a driving experience that feels more like a series of connected local segments than a singular, uninterrupted stretch.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and FL 80. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.2 miles in near FL 80.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 16 significant decision points across 109.5 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 22.2 miles (FL 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.2 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
22.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
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FL 80
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 80 toward US 27 South, FL 80 East: Clewiston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 27 South, FL 80 East: Clewiston
7
87.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
9
93.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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...
8
102.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
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; 9A-B
Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpi...
8
103.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between LaBelle, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Fort Lauderdale, Naples, Miami, Florida's Turnpike, Orlando and Miami South - among others.
Fort Lauderdale
87.5 mi in
|
~1h 49m
Naples
87.5 mi in
|
~1h 49m
Miami
102.3 mi in
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~2h 7m
Florida's Turnpike
102.3 mi in
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~2h 7m
Orlando
102.4 mi in
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~2h 7m
|
via SR 84
Miami South
102.8 mi in
|
~2h 8m
Orlando North
102.8 mi in
|
~2h 8m
Florida's Turnpike South
103.6 mi in
|
~2h 10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 40.5 mi | 48m |
| FL 80 | 30.8 mi | 40m |
| Hickpochee Avenue | 16.2 mi | 20m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 9 mi | 10m |
| I 75 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| SR 84 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 40.5 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between LaBelle, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on FL 29; FL 80
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Hickpochee Avenue
Use the left lane.
2
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 80
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
FL 80
3
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 80
25 mi
·
32 min
·
FL 80
Toward US 27 South, FL 80 East: Clewiston
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 27; FL 80
40 mi
·
48 min
·
US 27; FL 80
5
Continue on US 27
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 27
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 75: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Naples
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South: Miami, Fort Lauderdale
8
Merge onto I 75
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
9.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 8; 9A-B
Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto SR 84
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
SR 84
Toward SR 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 8
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
15
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
19
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
20
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. While the trip takes under two hours, the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should stay alert for navigation changes rather than relying solely on cruise control. Fueling up in LaBelle before you head out is a smart way to manage your $18 budget and avoid potential price fluctuations closer to the metropolitan area. Because there are no designated major stops on this 109.4-mile path, carry enough water and snacks to stay comfortable for the duration of the drive. Most importantly, keep your GPS accessible, as the reliance on local roads requires frequent attention to upcoming turns.
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 54.7 miles from LaBelle, FL, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.5 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.7 miles or 1h 10m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving LaBelle, 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 LaBelle, FL
This is one driving day of about 109.5 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from LaBelle, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 40.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.7 mi from LaBelle, FL · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.7 miles from LaBelle, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.43 one way
$34.86 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $18.96 | $37.92 |
| premium | $4.72 | $20.36 | $40.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.18 | $48.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.30
Florida's Turnpike
(4.2 mi)
$0.30
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
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.50 | $5.26 |
| Efficient EV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.58 | $4.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.33 | $7.01 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Late night in Pembroke Pines on Saturday
Local time
2:59 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
7 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 19m 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 LaBelle, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 109.5 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, FL 80, Hickpochee Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.7 miles from LaBelle, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.43 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 is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 109.5 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 22.2 miles (FL 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 87.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.2 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between LaBelle, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Fort Lauderdale, Naples, Miami, Florida's Turnpike, Orlando and Miami South - among others.
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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