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Trip from Altamonte Springs, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 38m

Distance

137 mi

220 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Sparse

1 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 28m ★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Altamonte Springs, FL

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 137-mile drive from Altamonte Springs, FL, to Port Saint Lucie, FL, is easily manageable in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 38 minutes. The route is predominantly highway, with 94% of the journey on main roads like Florida's Turnpike and I-4. With a projected fuel cost of around $22, this trip offers an economical option for a quick getaway. Given its relatively short duration and highway focus, it's ideal for a day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination without needing an overnight stop. You'll be traveling within the state of Florida for the entire journey.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

68.5 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida's Turnpike 115.8 mi 2h 4m
I 4 13.4 mi 17m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard 1.6 mi 2m
East Altamonte Drive 1.4 mi 2m
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
Maitland Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Southwest Carter Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 115.8 mi, about 2h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Altamonte Springs, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.

1

Start on Orienta Avenue

79 ft · 6 sec · Orienta Avenue
2

Turn right onto CR 427

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Maitland Avenue
3

Turn left onto FL 436

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Altamonte Drive
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Use the left lane.
5

Merge onto I 4

6.7 mi · 8 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 84B Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
7

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 1 min · this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
8

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 34 sec · this road
Toward I 4 West: Tampa
9

Merge onto I 4

6.7 mi · 8 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 77 Toward Miami, Ocala Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · this road
Use the straight lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

116 mi · 2 hr 4 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Exit 142 Toward Port Saint Lucie
15

Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard

483 ft · 15 sec · Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
16

Turn right onto FL 716

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
17

Turn left onto CR 615

1.6 mi · 2 min · Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
18

Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue

215 ft · 9 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue
19

Arrive at destination

Southwest Carter Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 38-minute drive, departing in the morning is recommended to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially on Florida's Turnpike. You'll only need one stop along the way, which you can strategically place near the end of the 115.8-mile stretch on the Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as dedicated services can be spaced out on longer highway segments. The $22 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or idling. Since this is a manageable drive, you have the flexibility to depart when it's most convenient for you.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.5 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.8 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 30 miles or 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 68.5 miles or 1h 21m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Saint Lucie, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Altamonte Springs, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Altamonte Springs, FL

This is one driving day of about 137 miles and 2h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 115.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and county seat of Orange County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orlando, FL

69 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Orlando, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL

127 mi · 2h 23m

Pacing Suggestions

Orlando, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake Wales, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.5 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.8

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.6

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

Haan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

1.2 mi

Qreate Coffee + Studio

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

1.2 mi

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14077762900

Visit website

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 29.4

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14072012627

Visit website

Café Barista - Kissimmee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 29.4

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14079351384

Visit website

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 19.6

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.6

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

Haan Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14079065119

Visit website

Qreate Coffee + Studio

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14076011796

Visit website

CityArts Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14076487060

Visit website

Framework Craft Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

Cups and Pups Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

Visit website

KOS COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Maitland, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+14079516717

Visit website

Lucid Beans Coffee - SODO

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 88.1

Okeechobee, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Orange County Regional History Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 9.8

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078368500

Visit website

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 19.6

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 19.6

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

Crayola Experience Orlando

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 19.6

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+14077571700

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 137

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

White Gator Swamp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 29.4

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078555496

Visit website

Howell Branch Preserve

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Winter Park, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–8:30 pm

+14075993397

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 19.6

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 8.6 and 135.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
8.6 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward Ivanhoe Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 84B Toward Ivanhoe Boulevard
8
16.4 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward Miami, Ocala

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 77 Toward Miami, Ocala
8
17.1 mi into trip | ~25m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Miami
6
134.5 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard

Turn right onto FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
135.4 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in | CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard

Turn left onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / uturn lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.81 one way

$43.61 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $23.72 $47.44
premium $4.72 $25.47 $50.95
diesel $5.61 $30.25 $60.50

Estimated Tolls: $8.10

Florida's Turnpike (115.8 mi) $8.10

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Tolls

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.1 0 $14.39 $6.58
Efficient EV 34.3 0 $11.99 $5.48
EV Truck/SUV 54.8 0 $19.18 $8.77

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Altamonte Springs, FL

Late night in Altamonte Springs on Sunday

Local time

3:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Late night in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday

Local time

3:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 38m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with an impressive 94% of the 137 miles on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 115.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike, offering a consistent pace. While the primary roads are efficient, the landscape is likely to be consistent, characteristic of Florida's Turnpike and I-4 corridors. This route is designed for making good time, minimizing complexity and maximizing forward momentum on your journey.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 115.8 mi on Florida's Turnpike.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 137 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Altamonte Springs, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Miami, Ocala and Florida's Turnpike South.

Miami

16.4 mi in | ~23m

Ocala

16.4 mi in | ~23m

Florida's Turnpike South

17.1 mi in | ~25m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 137 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 115.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.10 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Port Saint Lucie, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Port Saint Lucie, FL before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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