Callaway, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is 470.5 miles and takes about 8h 50m via Florida's Turnpike and I-10/I-75, with a fuel budget near $74 and an overnight stay recommended. This trip keeps you within Florida for its entirety, predominantly on major highways. It's a straightforward drive that offers a good balance between covering distance efficiently and experiencing the varied landscapes of the Sunshine State. Given the duration, planning for an overnight stop will make the drive much more relaxed.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
235.3 miles from Callaway, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 34m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
165.2 mi
2h 57m
I 10
121.5 mi
2h 10m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
FL 20
28.4 mi
39m
FL 12
18.1 mi
24m
US 231
16.1 mi
20m
North Star Avenue
6.7 mi
10m
Greensboro Highway
2.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 165.2 mi, about 2h 57m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 26 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,501 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,043
Quietest
2 AM
~173 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Callaway, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
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Start on FL 22
0.2 mi·31 sec·Wewa Highway
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Turn left onto CR 2315
6.7 mi·10 min·North Star Avenue
Use the left lane.
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Turn right onto US 231
16 mi·20 min·US 231
4
Turn right onto FL 20
28 mi·39 min·FL 20
5
Turn left onto FL 12
18 mi·24 min·FL 12
6
Turn right onto FL 12; CR 270
0.6 mi·1 min·Selman Street
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Continue on FL 12
2.2 mi·3 min·Greensboro Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
9
Merge onto I 10
121 mi·2 hr 10 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
11
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
165 mi·2 hr 57 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 142Toward Port Saint Lucie
14
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft·15 sec·Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
15
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi·1 min·Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi·2 min·Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
17
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft·9 sec·Southwest Carter Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
With an 8h 50m estimated drive time, this trip is best split over two days. Aim to leave in the morning to maximize daylight for your first leg, perhaps driving about half the distance. Factor in your two recommended stops to break up the driving and refuel. Given the significant highway mileage, be prepared for consistent speeds but also keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the 165.2-mile segment of Florida's Turnpike. Budgeting around $74 for fuel should cover the 470.5-mile journey.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 235.3 miles from Callaway, FL, or about 4h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.2 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 104 miles or 2h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 235.3 miles or 4h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 235.3 miles or 4h 34m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 42m
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 Callaway, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Callaway, FL
Aim for roughly 235 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Port Saint Lucie, FL
Aim for roughly 235 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 104 miles from Callaway, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 165.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 0.2 and 468.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 2315 / North Star Avenue
Turn left onto CR 2315 / North Star Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
72.8 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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301.8 mi into trip|~5h 45m in|Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
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468.1 mi into trip|~8h 45m 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.
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468.9 mi into trip|~8h 47m 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
$71.22 one way
$142.45 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg165 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$78.15
$156.30
premium
$4.55
$84.28
$168.56
diesel
$4.80
$88.84
$177.68
Estimated Tolls: $11.56
Florida's Turnpike
(165.2 mi)$11.56
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
$71
Tolls
$12
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$213–$323
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 164.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $49 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
141.2
1
$49.40
$22.58
Efficient EV
117.6
1
$41.17
$18.82
EV Truck/SUV
188.2
2
$65.87
$30.11
Gas CO2
165 kg
EV CO2
55 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 16, 2026
Origin
Callaway, FL
Morning
in Callaway on Sunday
Local time
9:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Partly Cloudy
WNW 5 to 10 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:59PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Morning
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 0 to 5 mph34% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 6:59PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 50m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is 97% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on major interstates and turnpikes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 165.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. You'll notice a high density of exits and services along these main arteries, especially as you approach urban areas. Surface roads will only be a minor part of your travel.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 10. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near CR 2315 / North Star Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 470.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 2315 / North Star Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 72.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 301.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
258 ft17 ft
Total Climb
404 ft
Total Descent
421 ft
Highest Point
258 ft
~67.2 mi in
Elevation Range
242 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Callaway, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
Port St. Lucie is a sprawling tropical city on the Treasure Coast of Florida. The population is 202,000 and 438,000 in its metropolitan area (2019). Residents refer to the city by its initials, PSL. The spring training home of the New York Mets, this city has many fun activities if you know where to look; the new downtown area is in its infancy, but once complete will bring more activities for residents and visitors.
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 50m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 165.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 235 miles on day one.
Expect about $11.56 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.
Yes — we found about 47 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 47 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (CR 2315 / North Star Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 72.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 301.8 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.8 hours each way, a round trip means 17.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Port Saint Lucie, FL before the return drive.
