Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Alachua, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 13m

Distance

329.8 mi

531 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

6h 0m ★

6 AM

6h 13m

8 AM

6h 39m

10 AM

6h 22m

12 PM

6h 19m

3 PM

6h 23m

5 PM

6h 37m

8 PM

6h 6m

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

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Alachua, FL

Larry Milligan

Trip Overview

The drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Alachua, FL covers 329.8 miles and takes about 6h 13m 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, I 75, Northwest 43rd Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 258.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.50 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

164.9 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 13m. Total distance: 329.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 13m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Drive Character

This is a 6h 13m highway drive covering 329.8 miles, with most of the trip on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 258.5 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 23 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 258.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 329.8 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 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 259.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando

1.1 mi into trip | ~3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando

259.7 mi into trip | ~4h 44m in | Florida's Turnpike

Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 75 North: Ocala

316 mi into trip | ~5h 45m in

Take the exit toward FL 24: Archer Road, Gainesville, Archer

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 384 Toward FL 24: Archer Road, Gainesville, Archer

316.4 mi into trip | ~5h 46m in | FL 24 / Southwest Archer Road

Turn right onto FL 24 / Southwest Archer Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	258.5 mi	4h 41m
I 75	56 mi	1h
Northwest 43rd Street	4.9 mi	8m
ML King Memorial Highway	2.1 mi	2m
Southwest 34th Street	1.7 mi	3m
Northwest 16th Boulevard	1.1 mi	2m
Northwest 34th Street	1 mi	2m
Southwest Archer Road	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 258.5 mi, about 4h 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Southwest 8th Street

0.2 mi · 58 sec · Southwest 8th Street

Continue on Southwest 64th Way

0.5 mi · 1 min · Southwest 64th Way

Turn right onto SR 820

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando Use the right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

258 mi · 4 hr 40 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Florida's Turnpike

Toward I 75 North: Ocala Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 75

56 mi · 1 hr · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Exit 384 Toward FL 24: Archer Road, Gainesville, Archer Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto FL 24

1.0 mi · 1 min · Southwest Archer Road

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto FL 121

1.7 mi · 3 min · Southwest 34th Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on FL 121

1.0 mi · 2 min · Northwest 34th Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Northwest 16th Boulevard

1.1 mi · 2 min · Northwest 16th Boulevard

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto CR 2053

4.9 mi · 8 min · Northwest 43rd Street

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto US 441

2.1 mi · 2 min · ML King Memorial Highway

Turn left onto Turkey Creek Boulevard

101 ft · 5 sec · Turkey Creek Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Continue on Turkey Creek Boulevard

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Turkey Creek Boulevard

Turn right onto Palmetto Boulevard

0.3 mi · 1 min · Palmetto Boulevard

Continue on Palmetto Boulevard

0.3 mi · 1 min · Palmetto Boulevard

Turn left onto Creek Drive West

0.4 mi · 1 min · Creek Drive West

Turn right onto Northwest 105th Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · Northwest 105th Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Palmetto Boulevard

461 ft · 20 sec · Palmetto Boulevard

Arrive at destination

Palmetto Boulevard

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 164.9 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 3h 1m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 258.5 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 73 miles or 1h 21m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 164.9 miles or 3h 1m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 56m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alachua, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pembroke Pines, 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 Pembroke Pines, FL

This is one driving day of about 329.8 miles and 6h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 258.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 164.9 mi from Pembroke Pines, FL · 3h 1m into the drive

city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orlando, FL

165 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

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orlando, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 164.9 miles from Pembroke Pines, 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 258.5 miles.

Arriving in Alachua, FL

The final approach into Alachua, 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 Alachua, FL.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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.

Top Restaurant

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 212

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Harvest Thyme Alachua

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Alachua, Florida

2.1 mi

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ocala, Florida

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Brick & Iron Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ocala, Florida

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 282.7

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+13525812650

Visit website

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 212

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Harvest Thyme Alachua

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 329.8

Alachua, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13865883188

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 282.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Brick & Iron Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 282.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+13525812650

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 212

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

Sipping Grounds Midtown

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 282.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13522991294

Visit website

The Kookaburra Alachua

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 329.8

Alachua, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+19042099391

Visit website

Paloma Parlor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 212

Windermere, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14078760895

Visit website

The Juniper General Store

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 282.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+13525094006

Opus Coffee - UF Health Springhill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 329.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+13522268512

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 329.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 235.5

Minneola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 282.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 282.7

Ocala, Florida

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 282.7

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.50 one way

$104.99 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 115 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$57.10	$114.21
premium	$4.72	$61.32	$122.65
diesel	$5.61	$72.82	$145.63

Estimated Tolls: $18.08

Florida's Turnpike (258.3 mi) $18.08

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

$53

Tolls

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$96–$121

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 115.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	98.9	1	$34.63	$15.83
Efficient EV	82.5	0	$28.86	$13.19
EV Truck/SUV	131.9	1	$46.17	$21.11

Gas CO2

115 kg

EV CO2

39 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Pembroke Pines, FL

Morning in Pembroke Pines on Saturday

Local time

8:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Alachua, FL

Morning in Alachua on Saturday

Local time

8:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

12 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 13m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Alachua, FL covers 329.8 miles and takes about 6h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 75, Northwest 43rd Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 164.9 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.50 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Pembroke Pines, FL to Alachua, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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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Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Alachua, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Alachua, FL

Nearby Places

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

Brick & Iron Cafe

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

Harvest Thyme Alachua

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

Brick & Iron Cafe

Jabal Coffee House

Sipping Grounds Midtown

The Kookaburra Alachua

Paloma Parlor

The Juniper General Store

Opus Coffee - UF Health Springhill

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Shell Recharge Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Blink Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

Scott Springs Park

The Orlando Auto Museum

Fun Spot America

Escape Room PSL

Riverbend Park

Ocala Downtown Square

Tuscawilla Art Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pembroke Pines, FL

Alachua, FL

Same local time

12 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 13m on the road

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