How far is Pembroke Pines, FL from Laurel, FL?
The driving distance from Pembroke Pines, FL to Laurel, FL is about 198.7 miles (319.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 159.1 miles (256.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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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 03h 41m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pembroke Pines and Laurel.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines and Laurel.
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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
176.7 mi · 3 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 762: Nokomis, Laurel
1176 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 762 West
147 m · 14 sec
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Turn left onto Laurel Road East
3.2 mi · 6 min · Laurel Road East
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Turn right onto Tamiami Trail
1.1 mi · 2 min · Tamiami Trail
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Continue on Tamiami Trail
1.1 km · 1 min · Tamiami Trail
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tamiami Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pembroke Pines and Laurel.
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
177 mi · 03h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Pembroke Pines and Sunny near Laurel.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pembroke Pines to Laurel?
The road trip is about 198.7 miles (319.8 km) and usually takes 03h 41m 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?
Golden Gate is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.4 miles from Pembroke Pines and 99.4 miles from Laurel.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 159.1 miles (256.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:36 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.88 one way or $53.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Pembroke Pines and Sunny near Laurel.
Stop Ideas Near Golden Gate
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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 Laurel. Straight-line distance: 159.15 mi (256.13 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 Laurel
Laurel is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 27.1437800, -82.4615800 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Laurel (-82.46158, 27.14378)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 320 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 28m |
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 | $3.83 | $26.88 | $53.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $30.28 | $60.57 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $32.69 | $65.38 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $41.65 | $83.29 |
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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