This straightforward 55.4-mile drive from West Palm Beach to Pembroke Pines in Florida is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 85% of your journey on major interstates, making it a quick connection between these South Florida locales. Budget around $9 for fuel, which is quite reasonable for this relatively short distance. Given the short duration and direct nature of the drive, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This is a practical option for those looking for an efficient way to travel within the state.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 55.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for this 55.4-mile trip, with 85% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I-95 and Florida's Turnpike. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 31.6 miles on I-95, allowing for consistent cruising. While the main roads offer speed, the inclusion of West Atlantic Boulevard suggests a transition to more local arteries as you approach your destination. This route is designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near Belvedere Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.8 miles (Belvedere Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|Belvedere Road
Turn right onto Belvedere Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
35.2 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the exit toward SR 814: Atlantic Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 36
Toward SR 814: Atlantic Boulevard
8
35.4 mi into trip|~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard
8
38.4 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
7
54 mi into trip|~1h 8m 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.
Between West Palm Beach, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike South
38.4 mi in|~50m
Miami
38.4 mi in|~50m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
31.6 mi
36m
Florida's Turnpike
15.3 mi
17m
West Atlantic Boulevard
2.7 mi
4m
North Dixie Highway
1.8 mi
4m
Belvedere Road
0.9 mi
1m
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
1m
Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Hollywood Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 31.6 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Palm Beach, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL.
1
Start on North Dixie Highway
282 ft·15 sec·North Dixie Highway
2
Continue on North Dixie Highway
1.8 mi·4 min·North Dixie Highway
3
Turn right onto Belvedere Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Belvedere Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 South: MiamiUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
19 mi·21 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
13 mi·14 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 36Toward SR 814: Atlantic BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto SR 814
2.7 mi·4 min·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, MiamiUse the left lane.
11
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
15 mi·17 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·43 sec
Exit 49BToward SR 820 West: Pines BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto SR 820
0.2 mi·36 sec·Hollywood Boulevard
14
Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi·1 min·Southwest 64th Way
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on Southwest 8th Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Southwest 8th Street
16
Arrive at destination
Southwest 8th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.7 mi from West Palm Beach, FL
· 35m into the drive
The midpoint is around 27.7 miles from West Palm 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.82 one way
$17.64 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg19 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$9.59
$19.18
premium
$4.72
$10.30
$20.60
diesel
$5.61
$12.23
$24.46
Estimated Tolls: $1.07
Florida's Turnpike
(15.3 mi)$1.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
16.6
0
$5.82
$2.66
Efficient EV
13.9
0
$4.85
$2.22
EV Truck/SUV
22.2
0
$7.76
$3.55
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
West Palm Beach, FL
Evening
in West Palm Beach on Friday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
E 9 to 13 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 7:03PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Pembroke Pines, FL
Evening
in Pembroke Pines on Friday
Local time
7:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Partly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
NE 7 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 7:03PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
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
2 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
1h 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from West Palm Beach, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL covers 55.4 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Florida's Turnpike, West Atlantic Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.7 miles from West Palm Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.82 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 1.8 miles (Belvedere Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between West Palm Beach, FL and Pembroke Pines, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Miami.
