How far is Pembroke Pines, FL from Fort Myers Beach, FL?
The driving distance from Pembroke Pines, FL to Fort Myers Beach, FL is about 131.6 miles (211.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 30m 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 45m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers Beach.
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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
96.9 mi · 1 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 865: Bonita Springs, Gulf Beaches
1974 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto Bonita Beach Road Southeast
3.5 mi · 6 min · Bonita Beach Road Southeast
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Continue on Bonita Beach Road Southwest
2.5 mi · 5 min · Bonita Beach Road Southwest
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Continue on Hickory Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · Hickory Boulevard
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Continue on Bonita Beach Cswy
700 ft · 14 sec · Bonita Beach Cswy
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Continue on Bonita Beach Causeway
2.5 mi · 5 min · Bonita Beach Causeway
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Continue on Estero Boulevard
7 mi · 18 min · Estero Boulevard
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Turn right onto Carolina Avenue
600 ft · 26 sec · Carolina Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Carolina Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers Beach.
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
96.9 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Sunny leaving Pembroke Pines and Sunny near Fort Myers Beach.
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 Beach?
The road trip is about 131.6 miles (211.8 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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 65.7 miles from Pembroke Pines and 65.9 miles from Fort Myers Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.4 miles (179.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.2 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 1:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.25 one way or $38.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Pembroke Pines and Sunny near Fort Myers Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Immokalee
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pembroke Pines and Fort Myers Beach. Straight-line distance: 111.41 mi (179.29 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 Beach
Town of the United States
| Population | 7,117 |
| Coordinates | 26.4527100, -81.9501100 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fort Myers Beach (-81.95011, 26.45271)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 212 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $19.25 | $38.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.33 | $42.65 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $22.72 | $45.43 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $20.18 | $40.37 |
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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