This 146.7-mile drive from Suncoast Estates, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 48 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 94% of the journey on major roads like I-75, Port Everglades Expressway, and Florida's Turnpike. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this is an efficient drive for those looking to cover ground quickly within Florida. The journey is direct, making it a straightforward option for a day trip or a segment of a larger Florida road trip.
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
73.4 miles from Suncoast Estates, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 24m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 48m. Total distance: 146.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 94% of the drive utilizing major interstates and expressways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-75, including a long stretch of 124 miles. This highway-centric profile suggests a drive characterized by consistent speed and minimal disruptions, ideal for making good time. The road maintains a high-speed character for most of the journey, offering a direct and efficient path between your origin and destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 124 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Port Everglades Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 130.4 miles in near I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 146.7 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 130.4 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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130.4 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19
Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Spr...
8
139.5 mi into trip|~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpike
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 8; 9A-B
Toward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's Turnpi...
7
140.1 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando North
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 8
Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando...
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140.4 mi into trip|~2h 37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike
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145.3 mi into trip|~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Suncoast Estates, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
Fort Lauderdale
130.4 mi in|~2h 25m|via I 595
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
124 mi
2h 12m
Port Everglades Expressway
9 mi
10m
Florida's Turnpike
4.2 mi
4m
Bayshore Road
4 mi
6m
Hart Road
0.7 mi
1m
Hart Drive
0.6 mi
1m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
SR 84
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 124 mi, about 2h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suncoast Estates, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on McDaniel Drive
0.4 mi·1 min·McDaniel Drive
2
Turn left onto Laurel Lane
0.2 mi·37 sec·Laurel Lane
3
Turn right onto Hart Drive
0.6 mi·1 min·Hart Drive
4
Continue on Hart Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Hart Road
5
Turn left onto FL 78
4.0 mi·6 min·Bayshore Road
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 75: Naples
7
Merge onto I 75
124 mi·2 hr 12 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 595
9.0 mi·10 min·Port Everglades Expressway
Exit 19Toward SR 869 Toll North, I 595 East: Coral Springs, Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Exit 8; 9A-BToward US 441: Orlando, Miami, Florida's TurnpikeUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto SR 84
0.4 mi·37 sec·SR 84
Toward SR 84 East, I 595 East, US 441: Florida's Turnpike, North Orlando, South Miami
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
Exit 8Toward Florida's Turnpike, Miami South, Orlando NorthUse the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
14
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
4.2 mi·4 min·Florida's Turnpike
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
19
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this route offers flexibility for departure times. You can leave in the morning and arrive well before lunchtime, or depart in the afternoon to avoid peak traffic. A single stop should be sufficient for this 146.7-mile trip, allowing you to break up the drive comfortably. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 124 miles on I-75, and consider refueling before you hit that section to ensure a smooth 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.4 miles from Suncoast Estates, FL, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.4 miles or 1h 24m 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 14m
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 Suncoast Estates, 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 Suncoast Estates, FL
This is one driving day of about 146.7 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Suncoast Estates, 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 I 75 for about 124 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.4 mi from Suncoast Estates, FL
· 1h 24m into the drive
The midpoint is around 73.4 miles from Suncoast Estates, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 124 miles.
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.
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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.35 one way
$46.70 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$25.40
$50.80
premium
$4.72
$27.28
$54.56
diesel
$5.61
$32.39
$64.78
Estimated Tolls: $0.30
Florida's Turnpike
(4.2 mi)$0.30
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
$23
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
14 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargeSmart Charging Station
Cape Coral, Florida
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
Blink
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
Blink
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
Blink
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Fort Myers, Florida
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 5
Blink: 5
Other: 4
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44
0
$15.40
$7.04
Efficient EV
36.7
0
$12.84
$5.87
EV Truck/SUV
58.7
0
$20.54
$9.39
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Suncoast Estates, FL
Late night
in Suncoast Estates on Friday
Local time
12:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Late night
in Pembroke Pines on Friday
Local time
12:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
77°F
Naples, FL
73 mi in
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
5 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
2h 48m 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 Suncoast Estates, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 146.7 miles and takes about 2h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Port Everglades Expressway, Florida's Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.4 miles from Suncoast Estates, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.35 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 146.7 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 130.4 miles (I 595 / Port Everglades Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Suncoast Estates, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Fort Lauderdale along the way.
