How far is Westwood Lake, FL from Harlem, FL?
The driving distance from Westwood Lake, FL to Harlem, FL is about 89.7 miles (144.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 12m 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 01h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The fourth most populous city in Broward County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Westwood Lake and Harlem.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westwood Lake and Harlem.
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Start on Southwest 42nd Street
643 ft · 32 sec · Southwest 42nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Southwest 111th Avenue
61 m · 14 sec · Southwest 111th Avenue
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Turn left onto Southwest 41st Terrace
79 m · 15 sec · Southwest 41st Terrace
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Turn right onto Southwest 112th Avenue
841 ft · 22 sec · Southwest 112th Avenue
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Turn left onto Southwest 40th Street
2515 ft · 1 min · Southwest 40th Street
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Turn right onto Southwest 117th Avenue
986 ft · 28 sec · Southwest 117th Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North
3246 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
10.9 mi · 12 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 27: Okeechobee Road
1140 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 27: Okeechobee Road
633 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
19.2 mi · 24 min · Okeechobee Road
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Continue straight
55.9 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Turn left onto Olympia Street
1 mi · 3 min · Olympia Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Georgia Avenue
985 ft · 27 sec · Georgia Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on 7th Street
782 ft · 24 sec · 7th Street
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Turn right onto Harlem Academy Avenue
2231 ft · 1 min · Harlem Academy Avenue
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Turn right onto 10th Street
27 m · 3 sec · 10th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 10th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Westwood Lake and Harlem.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Okeechobee Road
Continue straight
55.9 mi · 01h 09m
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 Sunny leaving Westwood Lake and Partly Sunny near Harlem.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Westwood Lake to Harlem?
The road trip is about 89.7 miles (144.4 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Coral Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45 miles from Westwood Lake and 44.7 miles from Harlem.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.4 miles (126.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 3:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.15 one way or $26.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Westwood Lake and Partly Sunny near Harlem.
Stop Ideas Near Coral Springs
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 Coral Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Westwood Lake and Harlem. Straight-line distance: 78.34 mi (126.07 km).
#1 Westwood Lake
Census-designated place in Miami-Dade County, Florida
| Population | 11,838 |
| Coordinates | 25.7292700, -80.3728300 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Harlem
A census-designated place in Palm Beach County, Florida.
| Population | 2,705 |
| Coordinates | 26.7375700, -80.9509000 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: 10th Street (-80.950993, 26.737569)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $14.57 | $29.14 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $15.52 | $31.04 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $13.79 | $27.58 |
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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