How far is DeFuniak Springs, FL from Pembroke Pines, FL?
The driving distance from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Pembroke Pines, FL is about 580.2 miles (933.8 km), with a travel time of about 08h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 484.2 miles (779.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 17h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 08h 38m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Marion County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between DeFuniak Springs and Pembroke Pines.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeFuniak Springs and Pembroke Pines.
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Start on South 9th Street
38 m · 13 sec · South 9th Street
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Turn left onto US Highway 90 East
1590 ft · 41 sec · US Highway 90 East
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Turn left onto US Highway 331 South
2.1 mi · 3 min · US Highway 331 South
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Take the ramp left toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
1956 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
211 mi · 3 hr 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
1959 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
107.2 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
258 mi · 4 hr 40 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard
2178 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hollywood Boulevard
1103 ft · 36 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way
2664 ft · 2 min · Southwest 64th Way
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Continue on Southwest 8th Street
1277 ft · 56 sec · Southwest 8th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 8th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between DeFuniak Springs and Pembroke Pines.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
258 mi · 04h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving DeFuniak Springs and Mostly Sunny near Pembroke Pines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from DeFuniak Springs to Pembroke Pines?
The road trip is about 580.2 miles (933.8 km) and usually takes 08h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Reddick is a useful midpoint, sitting about 290.6 miles from DeFuniak Springs and 289.7 miles from Pembroke Pines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 484.2 miles (779.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 96 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM CDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $84.95 one way or $169.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 182 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between DeFuniak Springs and Pembroke Pines, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around DeFuniak Springs and Mostly Sunny near Pembroke Pines.
Stop Ideas Near Reddick
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between DeFuniak Springs and Pembroke Pines. Straight-line distance: 484.14 mi (779.15 km).
#1 DeFuniak Springs
City in Walton County, Florida, United States
| Population | 7,200 |
| Coordinates | 30.7210200, -86.1152200 |
| Altitude | 79 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pembroke Pines
The fifth most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 174,414 |
| Coordinates | 26.0031500, -80.2239400 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest 8th Street (-80.22394, 26.003155)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 934 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 19h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 14h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 11h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 09h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 08h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 07h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $84.95 | $169.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $94.13 | $188.25 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $100.27 | $200.54 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $89.09 | $178.18 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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