Origin
North Miami Beach, FL
Evening in North Miami Beach on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Miami Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
20m
Distance
10.8 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 24m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 22m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Miami Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from North Miami Beach to Pembroke Pines, you are looking at a brief 10.8-mile trip that typically takes just 20 minutes. Because of the short distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via Northeast 167th Street, Northwest 167th Street, and Florida's Turnpike to bridge the two Florida locations. With a minimal fuel budget of roughly $2, this drive is as economical as it is efficient. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a local visit, the straightforward nature of this connection makes it an easy addition to your schedule. Expect a seamless transition between these two South Florida communities without the need for extensive travel planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
5.4 miles from North Miami Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed-drive profile that balances local arterial roads with a significant highway segment. Roughly 53% of your journey will be spent on the highway, specifically utilizing Florida's Turnpike to maintain a steady pace. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch here, covering 5.7 miles of open road. The transition from the local streets of North Miami Beach onto the Turnpike provides a distinct shift in rhythm, moving you from city navigation into a faster flow. While the drive is short, the variety in road types ensures you experience both standard surface streets and the higher-speed environment of the Turnpike.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 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 5.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 5 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Northeast 15th Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.8 miles you will encounter 5 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 0.5 miles (Northeast 15th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Northeast 167th Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Northeast 15th Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Northeast 15th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Northeast 167th Street
Turn right onto Northeast 167th Street
Navigation decision point
8
9.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard, Pines Boulevard
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 49
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard, Pines Boule...
5
9.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
10 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Southwest 64th Way
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Northeast 167th Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Northwest 167th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 171st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 15th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 5.7 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Miami Beach, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on Northeast 171st Street
46 ft
·
3 sec
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Northeast 171st Street
2
Continue on Northeast 171st Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 171st Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Northeast 15th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Northeast 15th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto Northeast 167th Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 167th Street
5
Continue on SR 826
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 167th Street
6
Continue on SR 826
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwest 167th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on Florida's Turnpike
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 49
Toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard, Pines Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
9
At end of road, turn left onto SR 820
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
12
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 20-minute journey, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the short duration makes for an easy, non-stop transit. Keep a close watch on your speed as you transition onto the 5.7-mile stretch of Florida's Turnpike, as traffic flow can change rapidly. Because the fuel cost is estimated at just $2, you can easily account for this trip in your budget without needing to factor in extra refueling stops. Use the short length of this drive to your advantage by keeping a light travel schedule, allowing you to maximize your time once you arrive in Pembroke Pines.
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 5.4 miles from North Miami Beach, FL, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.7 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 10.8 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.4 miles or 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving North Miami Beach, FL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Miami Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 10.8 miles and 20m.
At 10.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 5.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.4 mi from North Miami Beach, FL · 10m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.4 miles from North Miami Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Pembroke Pines, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.72 one way
$3.44 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $1.87 | $3.74 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.01 | $4.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.38 | $4.77 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.40
Florida's Turnpike
(5.7 mi)
$0.40
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
$2
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Evening in Pembroke Pines on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20m 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 North Miami Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 10.8 miles and takes about 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Northeast 167th Street, Northwest 167th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.4 miles from North Miami Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.72 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 10.8 miles you will encounter 5 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 0.5 miles (Northeast 15th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (Northeast 167th Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from North Miami Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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