Origin
Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Afternoon in Sunny Isles Beach on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sunny Isles Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL
Drive Time
17m
Distance
8.2 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Sunny Isles Beach to Hollywood, Florida, you are looking at a quick 8.2-mile journey. Expect the drive to take roughly 17 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate using a combination of Collins Avenue, SR 856 West, and the William Lehman Causeway. With a fuel budget of just $1, this route is exceptionally economical for any traveler. Since both locations are within the same region of Florida, you won't need to worry about significant environmental or time zone changes. This short hop is ideal for those who prefer keeping their travel time minimal and their logistics straightforward.
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
4.1 miles from Sunny Isles Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will find that 0% of this 8.2-mile trek takes place on major highways, meaning you will spend the entire time on surface streets and local connectors. There is no long-distance highway stretch to speak of, as the longest uninterrupted portion is 0 miles on Collins Avenue. This personality makes the route feel more like a neighborhood transition than a traditional road trip. Navigating the intersections requires your full attention, as the path relies on frequent turns to bridge the gap between these two coastal hubs.
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.
Collins Avenue 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 Sunny Isles Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL is easy. At 17m 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 Sunny Isles Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Collins Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 856 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| William Lehman Causeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Biscayne Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Federal Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pembroke Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 21st Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hollywood Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Collins Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunny Isles Beach, FL and Hollywood, FL.
1
Start on 189th Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
189th Street
2
Turn right onto Collins Avenue
367 ft
·
14 sec
·
Collins Avenue
3
Continue on Collins Avenue
157 ft
·
9 sec
·
Collins Avenue
4
Take the ramp straight toward SR 856 West: William Lehman Causeway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 856 West: William Lehman Causeway
5
Continue on William Lehman Causeway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
William Lehman Causeway
6
Turn right onto Biscayne Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Biscayne Boulevard
7
Continue on Federal Highway
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Federal Highway
8
Turn left onto Pembroke Road
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Pembroke Road
9
Turn right onto South 21st Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South 21st Avenue
10
Turn left onto Hollywood Boulevard
443 ft
·
21 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
11
Continue on Hollywood Boulevard
220 ft
·
9 sec
·
Hollywood Boulevard
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this drive is so brief, you have total flexibility regarding your departure time and pacing. You can easily complete the entire 17-minute trip without needing to schedule any formal stops for rest or fuel. Since you aren't dealing with highway fatigue, focus your attention on the local traffic patterns and intersection signals along SR 856 West. Keep in mind that while the route is short, the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should keep your navigation app active to stay on track. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick transition, which allows you to spend more time at your destination rather than behind the wheel.
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 4.1 miles from Sunny Isles Beach, FL, or about 8m 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 8.2 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hollywood, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sunny Isles Beach, 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 Sunny Isles Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 8.2 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Sunny Isles 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 4.1 mi from Sunny Isles Beach, FL · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Sunny Isles Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hollywood, FL
The final approach into Hollywood, 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 Hollywood, 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
$1.37 one way
$2.74 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.48 | $2.97 |
| premium | $4.90 | $1.58 | $3.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Hollywood, FL
Afternoon in Hollywood on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
17m 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 Sunny Isles Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL covers 8.2 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Collins Avenue, SR 856 West, William Lehman Causeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Sunny Isles Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.37 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 Sunny Isles Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL is easy. At 17m 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 Sunny Isles Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Sunny Isles Beach, FL to Hollywood, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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