How far is South Bradenton, FL from Hollywood, FL?
The driving distance from South Bradenton, FL to Hollywood, FL is about 226.2 miles (364 km), with a travel time of about 03h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 180.5 miles (290.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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A city in Lee County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Bradenton and Hollywood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bradenton and Hollywood.
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Start on the route
41 m · 16 sec
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Turn left onto 20th Street West
44 m · 8 sec · 20th Street West
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Turn left onto Cortez Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Cortez Road
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Turn slight right onto 44th Avenue
2207 ft · 46 sec · 44th Avenue
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Turn slight right onto 301 Boulevard East
1.1 mi · 2 min · 301 Boulevard East
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Continue on 15th Street East
1259 ft · 27 sec · 15th Street East
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Turn left onto 53rd Avenue East
5.1 mi · 9 min · 53rd Avenue East
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Naples
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
16.8 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left
181.3 mi · 3 hr 14 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Port Everglades Expressway
12.4 mi · 14 min · Port Everglades Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Miami
1.3 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Miami
926 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
3.8 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 820: Hollywood Boulevard
2031 ft · 51 sec
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Turn left onto Hollywood Boulevard
3085 ft · 1 min · Hollywood Boulevard
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Continue straight
119 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Hollywood Boulevard
2817 ft · 39 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hollywood Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Bradenton and Hollywood.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75 South
Keep slight left
181 mi · 03h 14m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny leaving South Bradenton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hollywood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Bradenton to Hollywood?
The road trip is about 226.2 miles (364 km) and usually takes 03h 30m 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?
Bonita Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 112.8 miles from South Bradenton and 113.5 miles from Hollywood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 180.5 miles (290.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 45.7 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 9:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.10 one way or $66.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 70.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny around South Bradenton and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Hollywood.
Stop Ideas Near Bonita Springs
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Bradenton and Hollywood. Straight-line distance: 180.51 mi (290.51 km).
#1 South Bradenton
Census-designated place in Manatee County, Florida
| Population | 22,178 |
| Coordinates | 27.4631000, -82.5817600 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hollywood
A census-designated place in Broward County, Florida.
| Population | 154,611 |
| Coordinates | 26.0112000, -80.1494900 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hollywood Boulevard (-80.149492, 26.011302)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 364 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 49m |
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 | $33.10 | $66.20 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $36.68 | $73.35 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $39.07 | $78.14 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $34.71 | $69.43 |
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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