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Trip from Harlem, FL to Jupiter, FL

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

Drive Time

1h 50m

Distance

80.4 mi

129 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 45m

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

neighborhood in Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States

Harlem, FL

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town located in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States

Jupiter, FL

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Trip Overview

This 80.4-mile drive from Harlem to Jupiter, Florida, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. You'll primarily navigate US 98 and Florida's Turnpike, with Sugarland Highway also playing a role. With a projected fuel cost of around $13, this route is quite budget-friendly for a day excursion. The overall feel is that of a focused highway journey, making it a straightforward option for getting from point A to point B within Florida. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for a flexible schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

40.2 miles from Harlem, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 98 32.1 mi 41m
Florida's Turnpike 18.2 mi 19m
Sugarland Highway 14.7 mi 18m
South Main Street 5.2 mi 9m
Indiantown Road 4 mi 7m
West Palm Beach Road 1.8 mi 3m
Francisco Street 1 mi 2m
Sonora Avenue 0.8 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 98 — 32.1 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Harlem, FL and Jupiter, FL.

1

Start on 10th Street

89 ft · 8 sec · 10th Street
2

Turn left onto Harlem Academy Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Harlem Academy Avenue
3

At end of road, turn left onto 7th Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · 7th Street
4

Continue on Georgia Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Georgia Avenue
5

Turn left onto South WC Owen Avenue

140 ft · 6 sec · South WC Owen Avenue
6

Turn right onto Sonora Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Sonora Avenue
7

Turn left onto Francisco Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · Francisco Street
8

Turn right onto US 27; FL 80

15 mi · 18 min · Sugarland Highway
9

Continue on US 27; FL 80

0.3 mi · 45 sec · US 27; FL 80
10

Turn left onto FL 80

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Palm Beach Road
Use the left lane.
11

Continue on FL 80

5.2 mi · 9 min · South Main Street
12

Turn right onto US 98; US 441; FL 80

32 mi · 41 min · US 98; US 441; FL 80
Use the right lane.
13

Turn left

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando Use the left lane.
14

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

18 mi · 19 min · Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 116 Toward FL 706: Jupiter, Okeechobee Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Turn left onto FL 706

4.0 mi · 7 min · Indiantown Road
Use the left / uturn lanes.
17

Continue on FL 706

389 ft · 24 sec · West Indiantown Road
Use the straight lane.
18

Arrive at destination

FL 706

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of this 1 hour and 50-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility in when you depart. Leaving early could help you avoid any potential midday traffic, especially as you approach Jupiter. With only 80.4 miles to cover, you can easily complete this drive without needing to plan for extensive stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a change in major road is over 32 miles. The $13 fuel cost estimate suggests you won't need frequent refueling stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank.

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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.2 miles from Harlem, FL, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.1 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 18 miles or 26m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 40.2 miles or 58m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 33m

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

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Harlem, FL

This is one driving day of about 80.4 miles and 1h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Harlem, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 98 for about 32.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Belle Glade, FL

40 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

South Bay, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Loxahatchee Groves, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.2 miles from Harlem, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Indian Creek Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 74.6

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617412400

Visit website

Riverbend Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 74.6

Jupiter, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15617411359

Visit website

Peaceful Waters Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 51.7

Wellington, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15617914005

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 75.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | 7th Street

At end of road, turn left onto 7th Street

Navigation decision point

5
17.9 mi into trip | ~26m in | FL 80 / West Palm Beach Road

Turn left onto FL 80 / West Palm Beach Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
24.9 mi into trip | ~38m in | US 98; US 441; FL 80

Turn right onto US 98; US 441; FL 80

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
8
57 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in

Turn left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
8
75.5 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in

Take the exit toward FL 706: Jupiter, Okeechobee

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 116 Toward FL 706: Jupiter, Okeechobee

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.80 one way

$25.60 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $13.92 $27.84
premium $4.72 $14.95 $29.90
diesel $5.61 $17.75 $35.50

Estimated Tolls: $1.27

Florida's Turnpike (18.2 mi) $1.27

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

$13

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.1 0 $8.44 $3.86
Efficient EV 20.1 0 $7.04 $3.22
EV Truck/SUV 32.2 0 $11.26 $5.15

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% 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

Harlem, FL

Late night in Harlem on Sunday

Local time

3:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jupiter, FL

Late night in Jupiter on Sunday

Local time

3:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°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

11 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

1h 50m 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 this Florida connection, with 63% of your journey on higher-speed roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 32.1 miles on US 98, providing a substantial period of consistent travel. While much of the route emphasizes efficiency, be aware that the transition between major roads like US 98 and Florida's Turnpike will alter the driving experience. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a functional path designed for steady progress across the state.

63% 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: 32.1 mi on US 98.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 98 and Florida's Turnpike. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near 7th Street.

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 80.4 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.4 miles (7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles (FL 80 / West Palm Beach Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles (US 98; US 441; FL 80): Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

27 ft 8 ft

Total Climb

19 ft

Total Descent

30 ft

Highest Point

27 ft

~74.6 mi in

Elevation Range

19 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Harlem, FL and Jupiter, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando and Okeechobee.

Florida's Turnpike Toll North

57 mi in | ~1h 20m

Orlando

57 mi in | ~1h 20m

Okeechobee

75.5 mi in | ~1h 41m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 80.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 32.1 miles on US 98. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.27 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. 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 0.4 miles (7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 17.9 miles (FL 80 / West Palm Beach Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles (US 98; US 441; FL 80): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jupiter, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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