Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Beacon Square, FL
Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
281.3 mi
453 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 11m
★
6 AM
5h 25m
8 AM
5h 52m
10 AM
5h 34m
12 PM
5h 31m
3 PM
5h 35m
5 PM
5h 50m
8 PM
5h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Beacon Square, FL covers 281.3 miles and takes about 5h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southwest 64th Way, Hollywood Boulevard, Florida's Turnpike Toll for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.99 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
140.6 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 5h 24m drive with frequent turns across 281.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southwest 64th Way 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Beacon Square, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest 64th Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hollywood Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike Toll | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 595 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 84 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 595 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Southwest 64th Way
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Beacon Square, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
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Southwest 8th Street
2
Continue on Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Southwest 64th Way
3
Turn right onto Hollywood Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Hollywood Boulevard
4
Take the exit slight right toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
5
Keep slight right to continue on Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
6
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
4.9 mi
·
5 min
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Florida's Turnpike
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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I 595, SR 84, US 441
8
Keep slight left to continue on SR 84 West, I 595 West
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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SR 84 West, I 595 West
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 595 West
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 595 West
10
Merge slight left onto Port Everglades Expressway
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
11
Merge slight left
209 mi
·
3 hr 44 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 275 North: Saint Petersburg
13
Keep slight left
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
14
Merge slight right onto Sunshine Skyway Bridge
19 mi
·
22 min
·
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
15
Take the exit slight right toward 54th Avenue North Westbound
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
54th Avenue North Westbound
16
Turn straight onto 54th Avenue North
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
54th Avenue North
17
Turn right onto 34th Street North
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
34th Street North
18
Continue on US Highway 19 North
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
US Highway 19 North
19
Take the exit slight right toward FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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FL 60: Seville Boulevard, Gulf To Bay
20
Continue on US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
21
Take the exit straight toward US 19 North
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 19 North
22
Merge slight left onto US Highway 19 North
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
US Highway 19 North
23
Take the exit slight right toward Enterprise Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Enterprise Road
24
Turn straight onto US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
US 19 Northbound Frontage Road
25
Take the ramp straight toward US 19 North
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
US 19 North
26
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
18 min
27
Turn left onto Moog Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Moog Road
28
Turn left onto Springfield Drive
338 ft
·
15 sec
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Springfield Drive
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 140.6 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 2h 42m 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.6 miles or 2h 42m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beacon Square, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pembroke Pines, 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 Pembroke Pines, FL
This is one driving day of about 281.3 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.6 mi from Pembroke Pines, FL · 2h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 140.6 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beacon Square, FL
The final approach into Beacon Square, 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 Beacon Square, 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
$46.99 one way
$93.98 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $50.90 | $101.80 |
| premium | $4.90 | $54.22 | $108.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.50 | $124.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.4 | 1 | $29.54 | $13.50 |
| Efficient EV | 70.3 | 0 | $24.61 | $11.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.5 | 1 | $39.38 | $18.00 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 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.
Destination
Beacon Square, FL
Afternoon in Beacon Square on Sunday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
6 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
5h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Beacon Square, FL covers 281.3 miles and takes about 5h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southwest 64th Way, Hollywood Boulevard, Florida's Turnpike Toll. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.6 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 $46.99 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a straightforward 5h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Beacon Square, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pembroke Pines, FL to Beacon Square, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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