Origin
Cypress Quarters, FL
Afternoon in Cypress Quarters on Sunday
Local time
1:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cypress Quarters, 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
53m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cypress Quarters, FL
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Trip Overview
This short, 39-mile drive from Cypress Quarters to Port Saint Lucie in Florida is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 53 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an economical option for a quick journey. The route primarily utilizes FL 70 and I-95, with a significant 84% highway share, making it a straightforward drive. You'll experience a highway-focused profile for most of the trip. Given its brevity and lack of designated stops, this route is best suited for travelers looking for efficient transit rather than an extended scenic exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 70 | 23.7 mi | 29m |
| I 95 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| West Midway Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Crosstown Parkway | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Northeast 16th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 10th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Carter Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
FL 70
— 23.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cypress Quarters, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on Northeast 10th Street
257 ft
·
10 sec
·
Northeast 10th Street
2
Turn right onto Northeast 16th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 16th Avenue
3
Turn left onto FL 70
24 mi
·
29 min
·
FL 70
4
Turn right onto CR 712
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
West Midway Road
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: West Palm Beach
6
Merge onto I 95
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 120
Toward Crosstown Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosstown Parkway
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto CR 615
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
10
Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Cypress Quarters, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 24.3 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
24.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
CR 712 / West Midway Road
Turn right onto CR 712 / West Midway Road
Navigation decision point
5
29.3 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
34.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward Crosstown Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 120
Toward Crosstown Parkway
5
34.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Crosstown Parkway
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
39 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Southwest Carter Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.21 one way
$12.42 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.75 | $13.51 |
| premium | $4.72 | $7.25 | $14.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Afternoon in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
1:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
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
53m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 84% of the drive taking place on higher-speed roads. The majority of your travel will be on FL 70 and I-95, offering a consistent pace for much of the 39 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.7 miles on FL 70, providing a good period of steady driving. While the route is largely highway-based, the transition between these main roads, including West Midway Road, will offer brief changes in scenery and speed.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.7 mi on FL 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 70 and I 95. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 24.3 miles in near CR 712 / West Midway Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 39 miles you will encounter 8 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 24.3 miles (CR 712 / West Midway Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 39 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.7 miles on FL 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: at 24.3 miles (CR 712 / West Midway Road): Navigation decision point; at 29.3 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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