Origin
Pembroke Pines, FL
Evening in Pembroke Pines on Friday
Local time
8:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 7m
Distance
104.8 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White City, FL
Larry Milligan
This 104.8-mile drive from Pembroke Pines, FL, to White City, FL, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 7 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 89% of your journey on these main arteries, making it a straightforward commute. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike for a significant stretch, so expect a consistent, high-speed experience. With a fuel cost estimated around $17, this is an economical option for a quick transition between areas within Florida. Given its relatively short duration and highway-centric profile, this trip is ideal for a direct journey without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
52.4 miles from Pembroke Pines, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 104.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Prepare for a predominantly highway-focused experience, as 89% of this route utilizes high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 93 miles, primarily on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent cruising speed. You'll transition onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard and Northeast Saint James Drive, which will likely offer a change of pace from the turnpike, though the overall character remains highway-oriented. This journey prioritizes efficient travel over scenic detours, making it a functional drive for getting from point A to point B.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Southeast Airoso Boulevard. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 104.8 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 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 94.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Port Saint Lucie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Pembroke Pines, FL to White City, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Port Saint Lucie along the way.
Port Saint Lucie
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 93 mi | 1h 43m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Northeast Saint James Drive | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| West Midway Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 64th Way | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 25th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines, FL and White City, FL.
Start on Southwest 8th Street
Continue on Southwest 64th Way
Turn right onto SR 820
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
Turn right onto FL 716
Turn left onto CR 615
Turn right onto CR 615
Continue on CR 615
Turn right onto CR 712
Turn right
Turn right
Arrive at destination
For this efficient 2-hour drive, consider departing in the mid-morning to avoid the worst of any local traffic congestion. Since the trip is only 104.8 miles and largely highway, you won't need to plan for multiple lengthy stops; however, a brief fuel or rest break can be taken during the 93-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on turnpike sections. The estimated fuel cost of $17 makes this a budget-friendly option, so focus on a smooth, direct journey.
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.
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 23 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.4 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near White City, FL than in the middle of the route.
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 104.8 miles and 2h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.4 mi from Pembroke Pines, FL · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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.
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 52.4 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 Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93 miles.
The final approach into White City, 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 White City, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$16.68 one way
$33.36 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $18.15 | $36.29 |
| premium | $4.72 | $19.49 | $38.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.14 | $46.28 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.51
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.4 | 0 | $11.00 | $5.03 |
| Efficient EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.17 | $4.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.9 | 0 | $14.67 | $6.71 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Pembroke Pines on Friday
Local time
8:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in White City on Friday
Local time
8:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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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