Origin
Margate, FL
Afternoon in Margate on Sunday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Margate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Drive Time
25m
Distance
19.3 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Margate, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Margate to Pembroke Pines, you are looking at a quick 19.3-mile trip that typically takes about 25 minutes. Because this journey is entirely local, you won't need to worry about booking overnight stays or planning complex itineraries; it is perfectly suited for a single-day commitment. You can expect to spend approximately $3 on fuel for the entire distance, making it a very budget-friendly transit. Navigating via Margate Boulevard, State Road 7, and West Atlantic Boulevard keeps you off the major highways entirely. This straightforward path is ideal for those who prefer staying on local surface streets while moving between these two Florida cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
9.6 miles from Margate, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on managing intersections and local traffic patterns across the 19.3-mile stretch. There are no long, uninterrupted segments, with the longest stretch being 0 miles on Margate Boulevard, which highlights just how frequently you will be navigating turns. The environment feels distinctly urban, shifting between neighborhood roads and busier arterial streets. You won't encounter any open-road stretches, so be prepared for a drive that requires your full attention on navigation and local road conditions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Margate 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 Margate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easy. At 25m 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 Margate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Margate Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Road 7 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Atlantic Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Miami | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 820 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hollywood Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest 64th Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Margate Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Margate, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on East River Drive
95 ft
·
3 sec
·
East River Drive
2
Turn left onto Margate Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Margate Boulevard
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Margate Boulevard
98 ft
·
3 sec
·
Margate Boulevard
4
Exit the roundabout onto Margate Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Margate Boulevard
5
Turn right onto State Road 7
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
State Road 7
6
Turn left onto West Atlantic Boulevard
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
7
Take the ramp slight right toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
8
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
9
Take the exit slight right toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
10
Merge slight left onto Hollywood Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
11
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
12
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 25-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for local traffic patterns typical of Florida surface streets. You don't need to worry about pacing stops since the route is direct with zero planned stops required. Keep your $3 fuel budget in mind before you head out to ensure you are ready for the road. Since you will be navigating a series of turns rather than a straight highway shot, keep your navigation app active to stay on track through the various intersections. This route is best treated as a simple point-to-point transit, allowing you to focus on your destination rather than planning for roadside breaks.
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 9.6 miles from Margate, FL, or about 12m 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 19.3 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.6 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
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 Margate, 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 Margate, FL
This is one driving day of about 19.3 miles and 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Margate, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.6 mi from Margate, FL · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 19.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.6 miles from Margate, 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
$3.22 one way
$6.45 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
| premium | $4.90 | $3.72 | $7.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.29 | $8.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.70 | $1.24 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Afternoon in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
1 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
25m 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 Margate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 19.3 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Margate Boulevard, State Road 7, West Atlantic Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.6 miles from Margate, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.22 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.
The drive from Margate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easy. At 25m 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 Margate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Margate, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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