Spanning 146 miles, the drive from Groveland to Port Saint Lucie is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 19 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize Florida’s Turnpike to navigate between these two Central and South Florida locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, the trip is quite budget-friendly for solo drivers or families alike. It is a practical connection that gets you from the rolling terrain of Groveland to the coastal environment of Port Saint Lucie efficiently.
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
73 miles from Groveland, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
128.9 mi
2h 18m
FL 50
12.9 mi
20m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
0.8 mi
1m
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
Southwest Carter Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 128.9 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groveland, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
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Start on FL 50
1.2 mi·1 min·FL 50
2
Continue on FL 50
4.6 mi·7 min·FL 50
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on FL 50
0.5 mi·55 sec·FL 50
4
Continue on FL 50
3.0 mi·4 min·FL 50
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on FL 50
3.5 mi·5 min·FL 50
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, MiamiUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
8
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
129 mi·2 hr 18 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 142Toward Port Saint Lucie
10
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft·15 sec·Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
11
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi·1 min·Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi·2 min·Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
13
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
Since this is a relatively short 2-hour and 19-minute trek, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aiming to leave outside of peak morning or evening rush hours will help you maintain a smoother pace on the Turnpike. Keep your $24 fuel budget in mind as you prep your vehicle, and consider topping off your tank before departing Groveland to avoid unnecessary stops. Because there are no formal, long-distance stretches mandated by this route, feel free to break up the drive whenever you need a quick stretch. A smart tip for this specific path is to have your SunPass or toll payment method ready, as you will be utilizing the Turnpike for the majority of the 146 miles.
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 73 miles from Groveland, FL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.9 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 32 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 25m 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 15m
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 Groveland, 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 Groveland, FL
This is one driving day of about 146.1 miles and 2h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Groveland, 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 128.9 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.9 and 144.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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12.9 mi into trip|~20m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
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.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
5
13.7 mi into trip|~22m in|Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
142.5 mi into trip|~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward Port Saint Lucie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
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143.6 mi into trip|~2h 43m 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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144.5 mi into trip|~2h 44m 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
$23.26 one way
$46.51 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$25.30
$50.59
premium
$4.72
$27.17
$54.33
diesel
$5.61
$32.26
$64.51
Estimated Tolls: $9.02
Florida's Turnpike
(128.9 mi)$9.02
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
$23
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.8
0
$15.34
$7.01
Efficient EV
36.5
0
$12.78
$5.84
EV Truck/SUV
58.4
0
$20.45
$9.35
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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 16, 2026
Origin
Groveland, FL
Late night
in Groveland on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Late night
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
3:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive 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
21 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 47m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 defined by its turn-heavy local nature as you transition between regions. While you will spend a significant portion of your time on Florida’s Turnpike, the route maintains a practical, functional feel rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Navigating the turns requires your full attention, as the road shifts from regional connectors to the main highway arteries. Because this is a local-heavy drive, you should stay alert for changing traffic patterns as you move toward your coastal destination. The character of the road is consistent, providing a direct link that prioritizes speed and efficiency over scenic detours.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 128.9 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and FL 50. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 12.9 miles in.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 47m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Groveland, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
12.9 mi in|~20m
Miami
12.9 mi in|~20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 146.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 128.9 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.02 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, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.7 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Port Saint Lucie, FL before heading back.
