Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Fort Meade, FL
Drive Time
3h 58m
Distance
186.6 mi
300 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 46m
★
6 AM
3h 59m
8 AM
4h 25m
10 AM
4h 8m
12 PM
4h 5m
3 PM
4h 9m
5 PM
4h 23m
8 PM
3h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Meade, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Pembroke Pines to Fort Meade, expect a straightforward journey covering 186.6 miles. With a travel time of approximately 3 hours and 58 minutes, this route is perfectly manageable as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Port Everglades Expressway, US 27, and US 98 to navigate through the Florida landscape. Budgeting around $31 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Because the trip is relatively efficient, it serves as a practical connection between these two Florida locations without requiring a complex itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
93.3 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 98% of this route takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the vast majority of your time on US 27, which accounts for a significant 149.3-mile stretch of the journey. This creates a consistent rhythm behind the wheel, making it a reliable drive for those who prefer steady cruising over frequent turns. While the road is dominated by high-speed segments, the nature of the drive remains functional and direct. Prepare for a monotonous but efficient trek that minimizes local stop-and-go traffic in favor of sustained highway speeds.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 27 is the longest continuous segment at about 149.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 27 and US 98. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 186.6 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 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
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
8
6.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 54
Toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
8
6.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 84 West, I 595 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 84 West, I 595 West
7
7.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 595 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 595 West
8
21.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward US 27: Hialeah, South Bay
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 23
Toward US 27: Hialeah, South Bay
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Fort Meade, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Bay along the way.
Bay
21.3 mi in
|
~27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 27 | 149.3 mi | 3h 7m |
| US 98 | 15 mi | 20m |
| Port Everglades Expressway | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| I 75 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hollywood Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 27
— 149.3 mi, about 3h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Fort Meade, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
2
Continue on Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
3
Turn right onto SR 820
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
Use the right lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
6
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 54
Toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 84 West, I 595 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 595 West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 595
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Port Everglades Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 75
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 23
Toward US 27: Hialeah, South Bay
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward US 27 North: South Bay
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto US 27
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
US 27
15
Continue on US 27
62 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
US 27
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on US 27; FL 80
51 mi
·
1 hr 2 min
·
US 27; FL 80
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on US 27
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 27
Use the left / none lanes.
18
Continue on US 27
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 27
Use the left / none lanes.
19
Continue on US 27
25 mi
·
34 min
·
US 27
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Turn left onto US 98
10 mi
·
13 min
·
US 98
Use the left lane.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto US 98
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
US 98
22
Turn right onto North Lanier Avenue
464 ft
·
25 sec
·
North Lanier Avenue
23
Turn left onto 1st Street Northeast
454 ft
·
27 sec
·
1st Street Northeast
24
Turn left onto US 17; US 98
385 ft
·
8 sec
·
Charleston Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
US 17; US 98
Trip Plan
Given the nearly four-hour duration, aiming for a mid-morning departure can help you avoid the peak intensity of midday traffic. Since you only have one recommended stop on the itinerary, plan to use that break strategically to refuel or stretch your legs after completing the initial leg of your drive. Keep in mind that the long 149.3-mile stretch on US 27 requires focused attention, so ensure your vehicle is prepared for a sustained period of highway driving. Because this route is a relatively short day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule based on your personal pace. Always check your fuel levels before hitting the main highway sections to ensure you stay within your $31 budget.
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 93.3 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.3 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.3 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Meade, 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 186.6 miles and 3h 58m.
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.
The longest stretch is on US 27 for about 149.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.3 mi from Pembroke Pines, FL · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 93.3 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 27 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 149.3 miles.
Arriving in Fort Meade, FL
The final approach into Fort Meade, 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 Fort Meade, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.17 one way
$62.34 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $33.76 | $67.53 |
| premium | $4.90 | $35.97 | $71.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.46 | $82.91 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.34
Florida's Turnpike
(4.9 mi)
$0.34
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
$31
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56 | 0 | $19.59 | $8.96 |
| Efficient EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.33 | $7.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.6 | 0 | $26.12 | $11.94 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Fort Meade, FL
Afternoon in Fort Meade on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
17 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
3h 58m 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 Pembroke Pines, FL to Fort Meade, FL covers 186.6 miles and takes about 3h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 27, US 98, Port Everglades Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.3 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 $31.17 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 186.6 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.
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 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to Fort Meade, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Bay along the way.
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