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Trip from Weston, FL to Hollywood, FL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

34m

Distance

24.3 mi

39 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 32m ★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in Broward County, Florida, United States

Weston, FL

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Weston to Hollywood, Florida, covers a straightforward 24.3-mile distance that typically takes about 34 minutes to complete. Because this journey is entirely local, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, making it a perfect one-day trip. Budgeting roughly $4 for fuel should be sufficient for the round trip depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Navigating this route involves transitioning between residential corridors and local thoroughfares rather than major transit hubs. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that connects two distinct Florida communities without the complexity of long-distance planning. You can easily complete this trip in under an hour, providing you with maximum flexibility for your daily schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

12.1 miles from Weston, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through the area using Golf View Drive, Weston Hills Drive, and Weston Hills Boulevard. Since this route involves zero highway driving, you will be managing a constant series of turns and local intersections rather than maintaining a steady pace on an interstate. There is no long, uninterrupted stretch to speak of, as the drive focuses on neighborhood connectivity rather than high-speed transit. The personality of this road remains consistent throughout, requiring your full attention to navigate the residential layout effectively. You will feel the rhythm of the local streets, which demand a more engaged driving style compared to a typical highway commute.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Golf View Drive 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 Weston, FL to Hollywood, FL is easy. At 34m 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 Weston, FL to Hollywood, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Golf View Drive
Weston Hills Drive
Weston Hills Boulevard
Royal Palm Boulevard
I 75 North
Sawgrass Expressway
I 595 East
Port Everglades Expressway

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Longest stretch: Golf View Drive — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Weston, FL and Hollywood, FL.

1

Start on Eagle Run Drive

108 ft · 9 sec · Eagle Run Drive
2

Turn left onto Golf View Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · Golf View Drive
3

At the end of the road, turn left onto Weston Hills Drive

0.9 mi · 2 min · Weston Hills Drive
4

Turn left onto Weston Hills Boulevard

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Weston Hills Boulevard
5

Keep slight right to continue on Weston Hills Boulevard

0.5 mi · 1 min · Weston Hills Boulevard
6

Turn right onto Royal Palm Boulevard

1.3 mi · 2 min · Royal Palm Boulevard
7

Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Naples

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 75 North: Naples
8

Merge slight left

1.5 mi · 1 min
9

Keep slight right to continue on Sawgrass Expressway

0.6 mi · 39 sec · Sawgrass Expressway
10

Take the exit slight right toward I 595 East: Fort Lauderdale

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 595 East: Fort Lauderdale
11

Merge slight left onto Port Everglades Expressway

11 mi · 12 min · Port Everglades Expressway
12

Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Miami

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 South: Miami
13

Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Miami

0.2 mi · 23 sec · I 95 South: Miami
14

Merge slight left

3.8 mi · 4 min
15

Take the exit slight right toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard

0.4 mi · 51 sec · SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
16

Turn left onto Hollywood Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard
17

Continue straight

390 ft · 5 sec
18

Keep slight right to continue on Hollywood Boulevard

0.5 mi · 39 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
19

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 34-minute drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 24.3-mile distance is easily manageable in one sitting. Keep in mind that because you are relying on local roads like Weston Hills Boulevard, traffic patterns can shift quickly based on local school zones or residential activity. A helpful tip for this specific route is to double-check your GPS before pulling out, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive can be tricky to navigate if you aren't familiar with the residential layout. Prioritize a full tank before you leave to ensure your $4 fuel budget remains accurate and worry-free.

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 12.1 miles from Weston, FL, or about 17m 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 24 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 12.1 miles or 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 29m

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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Weston, FL.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Weston, FL

This is one driving day of about 24.3 miles and 34m.

At 24.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 12.1 mi from Weston, FL · 17m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Pembroke Pines, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sunshine Ranches, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 12.1 miles from Weston, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Hollywood, FL

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hollywood, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.87 one way

$7.74 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $4.21 $8.42
premium $4.72 $4.52 $9.04
diesel $5.61 $5.37 $10.73

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: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.3 0 $2.55 $1.17
Efficient EV 6.1 0 $2.13 $0.97
EV Truck/SUV 9.7 0 $3.40 $1.56

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 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 16, 2026

Origin

Weston, FL

Late night in Weston on Thursday

Local time

12:39 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hollywood, FL

Late night in Hollywood on Thursday

Local time

12:39 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

10 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

34m 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 Weston, FL to Hollywood, FL covers 24.3 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Golf View Drive, Weston Hills Drive, Weston Hills Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.1 miles from Weston, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.87 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 Weston, FL to Hollywood, FL is easy. At 34m 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 Weston, FL to Hollywood, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Weston, FL to Hollywood, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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