How far is Live Oak, FL from Pembroke Pines, FL?

Fastest route

The route from Live Oak, Florida, USA to Pembroke Pines, Florida, USA is approximately 388 miles and takes around 5 hours and 38 minutes via I-75 S and Florida's Turnpike. This route includes tolls.

Directions

  1. Get on I-10 E from US-129 N/Ohio Ave N
  2. Head northeast on Dowling Ave SE toward Court St SE.
  3. Turn left onto E Howard St
  4. Turn right onto US-129 N/Ohio Ave N.
  5. Use the right lane to merge onto I-10 E via the ramp to Jacksonville.
  6. Follow I-75 S and Florida's Turnpike to FL-820 W/Pines Blvd in Hollywood. Take exit 49B from Florida's Turnpike
  7. Merge onto FL-820 W/Pines Blvd

Tips & Suggestions

  • Make sure to check the traffic conditions before starting your journey to choose the fastest route.
  • Prepare for tolls along the way.
  • It's recommended to have a GPS or navigation system to assist you during the trip.
  • Take breaks during the long drive to stay refreshed and alert.
  • Ensure your vehicle has sufficient fuel for the journey.
  • Familiarize yourself with the specific directions and exits beforehand to avoid confusion during the trip.
  • Follow traffic regulations and be aware of any road closures or construction updates.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
380.43 mi
05h 45m
Flight
340.85 mi
548.55 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
340.85 mi
Kilometers
548.55 km
Flight Time
00h 41m

Driving Distance

Road route
380.43 mi
Kilometers
612.25 km
Drive Time
05h 45m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 05h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pembroke Pines
Sun, May 31, 12:20 AM EDT
Return by in Live Oak
Sun, May 31, 6:06 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Live Oak
2026-05-30T18:34
Arrive Pembroke Pines
Sun, May 31, 12:20 AM EDT
Route Timing
05h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
11:46 AM to 1:46 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
5:28 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Live Oak
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Saint Cloud
FL

A city in Osceola County, Florida.

From Live Oak
190 mi
02h 52m
To Pembroke Pines
190.4 mi
02h 52m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
This Afternoon

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, May 30 3:00 PM EDT
Wind
12 mph W
Destination
88°F
This Afternoon

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, May 30 5:00 PM EDT
Wind
6 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Live Oak and Pembroke Pines.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Live Oak and Pembroke Pines.

  1. 1

    Start on Dowling Avenue

    106 m · 17 sec · Dowling Avenue

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Howard Street

    19.8 mi · 27 min · Howard Street

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Tampa

    1339 ft · 33 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    99.9 mi · 1 hr 47 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight left toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando

    258 mi · 4 hr 40 min · Florida's Turnpike

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward SR 820 West: Pines Boulevard

    2178 ft · 44 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Hollywood Boulevard

    1103 ft · 36 sec · Hollywood Boulevard

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Southwest 64th Way

    2664 ft · 2 min · Southwest 64th Way

  9. 9

    Continue on Southwest 8th Street

    1277 ft · 56 sec · Southwest 8th Street

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 8th Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Live Oak and Pembroke Pines.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Long-distance drive

This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.

Directions
10 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
2.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Florida's Turnpike
129 mi · 34%
Florida's Turnpike South
129 mi · 34%
I 75 South
100 mi · 26%
Howard Street
19.8 mi · 5%
Southwest 64th Way
0.5 mi
SR 820 West
0.41 mi
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
05h 45m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
11h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+39.6 mi
340.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saint Cloud
02h 52m from Live Oak
Leave By
5:28 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Live Oak and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pembroke Pines.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Live Oak to Pembroke Pines?

The road trip is about 380.4 miles (612.2 km) and usually takes 05h 45m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Saint Cloud is a useful midpoint, sitting about 190 miles from Live Oak and 190.4 miles from Pembroke Pines.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 340.8 miles (548.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.6 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 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:28 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $55.71 one way or $111.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 119.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Live Oak and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Pembroke Pines.

Stop Ideas Near Saint Cloud

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Saint Cloud, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saint Cloud.

RAIL

Kissimmee

13 mi away
111 East Dakin Ave.
RAIL

Orlando Health/Amtrak

32 mi away
1400 Sligh Blvd.
RAIL

Winter Park

39 mi away
150 West Morse Blvd
RAIL

Winter Haven

52 mi away
1800 7th St SW

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Live Oak and Pembroke Pines. Straight-line distance: 340.85 mi (548.55 km).

Live Oak

#1 Live Oak

County seat of Suwannee County, Florida, United States

Population6,990
Coordinates30.2949500, -82.9840200
Altitude32
CountryUnited States
Pembroke Pines

#2 Pembroke Pines

The fifth most populous city in Florida.

Population174,414
Coordinates26.0031500, -80.2239400
Altitude2
CountryUnited States
Start: Dowling Avenue Southeast (-82.983937, 30.294914)
End: Southwest 8th Street (-80.22394, 26.003155)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 612 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)12h 40m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)09h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)07h 36m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)06h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)05h 26m
80 mph (129 km/h)04h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
13.43 gal
50.82 L · about $55.71
Round trip
$111.42
26.86 gal · 101.64 L
Estimated CO2
119.4 kg one way
Round trip: 238.7 kg / 526 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $55.71 $111.42
Mid-grade $4.60 $61.72 $123.45
Premium $4.90 $65.75 $131.51
Diesel $4.35 $58.42 $116.84

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Florida · May 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Live Oak and Pembroke Pines. The current time is 18:34:43.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.