How far is Pembroke Pines, FL from Fort Myers, FL?
The driving distance from Pembroke Pines, FL to Fort Myers, FL is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.9 miles (175.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Collier County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers.
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Start on Southwest 8th Street
1277 ft · 58 sec · Southwest 8th Street
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Continue on Southwest 64th Way
2604 ft · 2 min · Southwest 64th Way
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Turn right onto Hollywood Boulevard
1197 ft · 31 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
760 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
1858 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
4.9 mi · 6 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 595, SR 84, US 441
2526 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 84 West, I 595 West
3027 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 595 West
728 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left onto Port Everglades Expressway
9.1 mi · 11 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Merge slight left
116.9 mi · 2 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 884: Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres
1863 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Fort Myers, Cape Coral
118 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight right onto Colonial Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · Colonial Boulevard
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Turn right onto Winkler Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Winkler Avenue
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Turn right onto Veronica S. Shoemaker Boulevard
1 mi · 3 min · Veronica S. Shoemaker Boulevard
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Turn left onto Teeside Lane
135 m · 22 sec · Teeside Lane
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Turn right onto Ironbridge Boulevard
931 ft · 43 sec · Ironbridge Boulevard
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Turn right
134 m · 32 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Port Everglades Expressway
Merge slight left
117 mi · 02h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Pembroke Pines and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Myers.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pembroke Pines to Fort Myers?
The road trip is about 137.8 miles (221.8 km) and usually takes 02h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Immokalee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.9 miles from Pembroke Pines and 68.9 miles from Fort Myers.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.9 miles (175.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.16 one way or $40.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Pembroke Pines and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fort Myers.
Stop Ideas Near Immokalee
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers. Straight-line distance: 108.86 mi (175.2 km).
#1 Pembroke Pines
The fifth most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 174,414 |
| Coordinates | 26.0031500, -80.2239400 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fort Myers
The most populous city in Lee County, Florida.
| Population | 91,086 |
| Coordinates | 26.6216800, -81.8405900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Myers (-81.84059, 26.62168)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 222 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 43m |
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 | $20.16 | $40.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $22.34 | $44.67 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $23.79 | $47.59 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $21.14 | $42.28 |
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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