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Trip from Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

27m

Distance

17.6 mi

28 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min
4 AM
0h 25m ★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m

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

Downtown Oakland Park, FL, FL

Oakland Park, FL

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Trip Overview

This short 17.6-mile drive from Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL takes approximately 27 minutes and is easily doable in a single day. With no highway driving, expect a more local feel throughout the journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $3, making it an economical trip. This route is perfect for a quick errand or as a small segment of a larger Florida adventure. You'll be staying within the same region of Florida, so no significant environmental changes are expected.

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

8.8 miles from Oakland Park, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

This route is characterized by its turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating numerous intersections rather than cruising on open roads. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any high-speed stretches. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but expect frequent changes in direction. You'll primarily be on local roads like Northeast 11th Avenue, Northeast 34th Court, and North Dixie Highway, offering a consistent urban driving experience without the monotony of highway travel.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northeast 11th Avenue 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 Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easy. At 27m 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 Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Northeast 11th Avenue
Northeast 34th Court
North Dixie Highway
East Oakland Park Boulevard
I 95 South
Express Lanes Entrance
95 Express
I 595 West

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Northeast 11th Avenue — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oakland Park, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.

1

Start on Northeast 36th Street

144 ft · 13 sec · Northeast 36th Street
2

Turn left onto Northeast 11th Avenue

0.1 mi · 36 sec · Northeast 11th Avenue
3

Turn left onto Northeast 34th Court

266 ft · 16 sec · Northeast 34th Court
4

Turn right onto North Dixie Highway

0.2 mi · 38 sec · North Dixie Highway
5

Turn right onto East Oakland Park Boulevard

1.8 mi · 3 min · East Oakland Park Boulevard
6

Take the ramp right toward I 95 South: Miami

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 95 South: Miami
7

Merge slight left

1.3 mi · 1 min
8

Take the exit slight left toward Express Lanes Entrance

367 ft · 9 sec · Express Lanes Entrance
9

Merge slight left onto 95 Express

4.0 mi · 4 min · 95 Express
10

Take the exit slight left toward I 595 West: I 75, Turnpike

1.0 mi · 2 min · I 595 West: I 75, Turnpike
11

Merge slight right onto Port Everglades Expressway

1.1 mi · 1 min · Port Everglades Expressway
12

Take the exit slight right toward SR 84 West: Florida's Turnpike

0.2 mi · 23 sec · SR 84 West: Florida's Turnpike
13

Turn straight

0.5 mi · 44 sec
14

Take the ramp slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South: Miami

1.1 mi · 2 min · Florida's Turnpike South: Miami
15

Keep slight left to continue on Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
16

Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike

4.2 mi · 4 min · Florida's Turnpike
17

Take the exit slight right toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard

0.4 mi · 44 sec · SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
18

Merge slight left onto Hollywood Boulevard

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
19

Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southwest 64th Way
20

Continue on Southwest 8th Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Southwest 8th Street
21

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Given its short 27-minute duration, this drive offers great flexibility, so there's no need to rush. Leaving mid-morning or early afternoon can help you avoid the busiest local traffic. Since the total distance is only 17.6 miles and the fuel cost is a low $3, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. Take your time navigating the many turns; a good tip is to use a GPS that highlights upcoming turns well in advance to ease the process.

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 8.8 miles from Oakland Park, FL, or about 13m 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 17.6 miles or 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 8.8 miles or 13m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 23m

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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Oakland Park, FL.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Oakland Park, FL

This is one driving day of about 17.6 miles and 27m.

At 17.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 8.8 mi from Oakland Park, FL · 13m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Miramar, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 8.8 miles from Oakland Park, 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

$2.80 one way

$5.60 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $3.05 $6.09
premium $4.72 $3.27 $6.55
diesel $5.61 $3.89 $7.77

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: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.3 0 $1.85 $0.84
Efficient EV 4.4 0 $1.54 $0.70
EV Truck/SUV 7 0 $2.46 $1.13

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (67% 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

Oakland Park, FL

Evening in Oakland Park on Wednesday

Local time

8:18 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pembroke Pines, FL

Evening in Pembroke Pines on Wednesday

Local time

8:18 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

27m 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 Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 17.6 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast 11th Avenue, Northeast 34th Court, North Dixie Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.8 miles from Oakland Park, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.80 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 Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easy. At 27m 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 Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Oakland Park, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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