How far is Pembroke Pines, FL from Placid Lakes, FL?
The driving distance from Pembroke Pines, FL to Placid Lakes, FL is about 136.8 miles (220.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.5 miles (181.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
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City in 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 Placid Lakes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pembroke Pines and Placid Lakes.
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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
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Hialeah, South Bay
1519 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 27 North: South Bay
2115 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
1.4 km · 60 sec
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Continue straight
62.2 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Continue straight
44.5 mi · 54 min
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Turn left
4.3 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Jefferson Avenue
2.1 mi · 5 min · Jefferson Avenue
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Turn left onto Tobler Boulevard Northwest
2214 ft · 2 min · Tobler Boulevard Northwest
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Turn right onto Gulfstream Avenue Northwest
881 ft · 44 sec · Gulfstream Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto Sabre Street
90 m · 14 sec · Sabre Street
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Turn right onto Wildcat Street Northwest
12 m · 6 sec · Wildcat Street Northwest
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Turn left onto Stinson Street Northwest
89 m · 15 sec · Stinson Street Northwest
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Turn right onto Kingfisher Avenue Northwest
122 m · 18 sec · Kingfisher Avenue Northwest
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kingfisher Avenue Northwest
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pembroke Pines and Placid Lakes.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 27 North
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62.2 mi · 01h 17m
Route Summary
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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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Pembroke Pines and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy near Placid Lakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pembroke Pines to Placid Lakes?
The road trip is about 136.8 miles (220.1 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
South Bay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.5 miles from Pembroke Pines and 68.4 miles from Placid Lakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.5 miles (181.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.3 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 12:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.03 one way or $40.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Pembroke Pines and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy near Placid Lakes.
Stop Ideas Near South Bay
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Bay.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pembroke Pines and Placid Lakes. Straight-line distance: 112.52 mi (181.08 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 Placid Lakes
City in United States of America
| Population | 3,716 |
| Coordinates | 27.2414400, -81.4070200 |
| Altitude | 39 |
| Country | United States |
End: Placid Lakes (-81.40702, 27.24144)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 220 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $20.03 | $40.07 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $22.20 | $44.40 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $23.65 | $47.30 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $21.01 | $42.02 |
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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