Origin
Pompano Beach, FL
Afternoon in Pompano Beach on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pompano Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL
Drive Time
28m
Distance
21.3 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Pompano Beach, FL
Samuel Etienne
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Pompano Beach and Pembroke Pines, you are looking at a brief 21.3-mile trip. Expect to spend about 28 minutes behind the wheel, making this a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $3 for fuel is sufficient for this short commute within Florida. You will navigate primarily via local thoroughfares, including Northwest 8th Street, North Dixie Highway, and West Atlantic Boulevard. Because this route stays entirely within the region, you can easily complete the drive in a single morning or afternoon session without much logistical planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.6 miles from Pompano Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget the monotony of long highway stretches; this route consists of 0% highway driving, keeping you on local roads for the entire duration. You will experience a turn-heavy drive that requires your full attention as you navigate through the urban landscape. Do not expect any long, uninterrupted segments, as the longest stretch is 0 miles on Northwest 8th Street. The personality of this drive is strictly functional and urban, requiring frequent adjustments and careful navigation through local intersections. Prepare for a constant, active driving experience rather than a cruise-control cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northwest 8th Street 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pompano Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easy. At 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pompano Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest 8th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Dixie Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Atlantic Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 820 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hollywood Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest 64th Way | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Northwest 8th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pompano Beach, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on the route
75 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
361 ft
·
28 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northwest 8th Street
253 ft
·
15 sec
·
Northwest 8th Street
4
Turn right onto North Dixie Highway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Dixie Highway
5
Turn right onto West Atlantic Boulevard
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
West Atlantic Boulevard
6
Take the ramp left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
7
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
8
Take the exit slight right toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
9
Merge slight left onto Hollywood Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
10
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 64th Way
11
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 8th Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 28-minute trip, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about planning formal rest stops given the quick duration, but stay alert for the frequent turns that define this local route. Keeping your navigation app active is the best way to handle the constant transitions between Northwest 8th Street, North Dixie Highway, and West Atlantic Boulevard. With fuel costs estimated at $3, you can easily fill up before or after your drive without impacting your budget. Focus on local traffic patterns, as the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should stay focused on your surroundings throughout the entire 21.3-mile 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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 10.6 miles from Pompano Beach, FL, or about 14m 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 21.3 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.6 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pembroke Pines, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pompano Beach, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Pompano Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 21.3 miles and 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pompano Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.6 mi from Pompano Beach, FL · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.6 miles from Pompano Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pembroke Pines, FL
The final approach into Pembroke Pines, 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 Pembroke Pines, 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
$3.56 one way
$7.12 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.85 | $7.71 |
| premium | $4.90 | $4.11 | $8.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.73 | $9.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.24 | $1.02 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Pembroke Pines, FL
Afternoon in Pembroke Pines on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
1 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
28m 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 Pompano Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 21.3 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northwest 8th Street, North Dixie Highway, West Atlantic Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.6 miles from Pompano Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.56 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.
The drive from Pompano Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easy. At 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pompano Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pompano Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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