Origin
Cape Canaveral, FL
Morning in Cape Canaveral on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cape Canaveral, FL to Palm Bay, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
31.1 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cape Canaveral, FL
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Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Trip Overview
This straightforward 31.1-mile drive from Cape Canaveral to Palm Bay, Florida, is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 57 minutes. The route primarily utilizes US 1 and South Atlantic Avenue, with a segment on the Pineda Causeway, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $5, this short journey is budget-friendly. You'll be staying within the same state and region, making for a simple point-to-point excursion. Considering its brevity, this trip is perfect for a quick transfer or a scenic afternoon drive.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 13 mi | 22m |
| South Atlantic Avenue | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Pineda Causeway | 4 mi | 5m |
| North Atlantic Avenue | 3.6 mi | 9m |
| North Orlando Avenue | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| John F. Kennedy Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Intermodal Gate | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 13 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cape Canaveral, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on Intermodal Gate
156 ft
·
18 sec
·
Intermodal Gate
2
At end of road, turn left onto George J King Boulevard
26 ft
·
4 sec
·
George J King Boulevard
3
Turn right onto North Atlantic Avenue
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Atlantic Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on North Atlantic Avenue
131 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Atlantic Avenue
5
Turn left onto SR A1A
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
John F. Kennedy Boulevard
6
Continue on SR A1A
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Atlantic Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on SR A1A
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North Orlando Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Continue on SR A1A
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Atlantic Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto FL 404
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pineda Causeway
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward US 1 South: Melbourne
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto US 1
13 mi
·
22 min
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
13
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street Northeast
122 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Northeast
14
Turn left onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
15
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Cape Canaveral, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
George J King Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto George J King Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Atlantic Avenue
Turn right onto North Atlantic Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
13.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
FL 404 / Pineda Causeway
Turn right onto FL 404 / Pineda Causeway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
17.4 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward US 1 South: Melbourne
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 1 South: Melbourne
5
30.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Main Street Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.95 one way
$9.90 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $5.38 | $10.77 |
| premium | $4.72 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Palm Bay, FL
Morning in Palm Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 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
57m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 42% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate stretches of US 1, which can feel like a main artery, and also experience segments on South Atlantic Avenue and the Pineda Causeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch is about 13 miles on US 1, providing a consistent pace before you transition to other road types. The character of the drive shifts subtly as you move from coastal roads to inland routes, offering a varied feel behind the wheel without being overly demanding.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near George J King Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 31.1 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (George J King Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start (North Atlantic Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles (FL 404 / Pineda Causeway): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Cape Canaveral, FL
Full guide →Cape Canaveral is a city in Brevard County, Florida, most famous for being the home of America's spaceport, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS).
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 31.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13 miles on US 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Palm Bay, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (George J King Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start (North Atlantic Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles (FL 404 / Pineda Causeway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Palm Bay, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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