Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pembroke Pines, FL to Okeechobee County, FL
Drive Time
2h 43m
Distance
126.4 mi
203 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 33m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Okeechobee County, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Pembroke Pines to Okeechobee County, expect a journey covering 126.4 miles. You should budget approximately 2 hours and 43 minutes of time behind the wheel, making this a very manageable excursion that fits easily into a single day. With a fuel cost estimate of around $21, the trip is quite budget-friendly for a quick getaway. You will primarily navigate via Florida's Turnpike, Southwest Warfield Boulevard, and Bee Line Highway. Given the duration, you do not need an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to head out and return on your own schedule without feeling rushed.
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
63.2 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning between high-speed transit and local navigation. About 53% of your journey consists of highway driving, providing a steady pace for the majority of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on Florida's Turnpike, where you will spend 56.3 miles focused on the road. As you move away from the urban density of Pembroke Pines toward the more open landscapes of Okeechobee County, the road character shifts from major arterial corridors to more localized thoroughfares. Expect a balanced experience that combines the efficiency of a major turnpike with the slower, more deliberate pace of regional highways.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 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 56.3 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.7 miles (SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Turn right onto SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
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
6
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
7
57.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward FL 710: Beeline Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 107
Toward FL 710: Beeline Highway
6
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
FL 710 / Bee Line Highway
Turn right onto FL 710 / Bee Line Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 56.3 mi | 1h 4m |
| Southwest Warfield Boulevard | 33.1 mi | 44m |
| Bee Line Highway | 18.3 mi | 23m |
| US 441 | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Northwest 160th Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| FL 70 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Parrott Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 56.3 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and Okeechobee County, 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
56 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 107
Toward FL 710: Beeline Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on this road
500 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
Toward FL 710
9
Turn left onto North Jog Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Jog Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
10
Turn right onto FL 710
18 mi
·
23 min
·
Bee Line Highway
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on FL 710
33 mi
·
44 min
·
Southwest Warfield Boulevard
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto FL 70
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
FL 70
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto US 441
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Parrott Avenue
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on US 441
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
US 441
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto CR 68
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest 160th Street
16
Arrive at destination
CR 68
Trip Plan
Because this drive takes under three hours, you have the advantage of choosing a departure time that avoids peak traffic congestion. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs, which will keep you refreshed for the final leg of your 126.4-mile journey. Since more than half of your route is on highways, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto Florida's Turnpike to ensure you aren't forced to stop at higher-priced service plazas. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider timing your departure to avoid mid-day heat or heavy commuting hours. Using your single planned stop to refuel or grab a quick snack will help you reach Okeechobee County feeling ready for the rest of your day.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.2 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.3 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.2 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Okeechobee County, 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 126.4 miles and 2h 43m.
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 Florida's Turnpike for about 56.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.2 mi from Pembroke Pines, FL · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 63.2 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Okeechobee County, FL
The final approach into Okeechobee County, 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 Okeechobee County, 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
$21.11 one way
$42.23 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $22.87 | $45.74 |
| premium | $4.90 | $24.36 | $48.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.08 | $56.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.94
Florida's Turnpike
(56.3 mi)
$3.94
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
$21
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.27 | $6.07 |
| Efficient EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.06 | $5.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.70 | $8.09 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Okeechobee County, FL
Afternoon in Okeechobee County on Sunday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
2h 43m 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 Okeechobee County, FL covers 126.4 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Southwest Warfield Boulevard, Bee Line Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.2 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 $21.11 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.7 miles (SR 820 / Hollywood Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; 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.
The route from Pembroke Pines, FL to Okeechobee County, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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