Planning a trip from Hobe Sound to Orlando? This 146.2-mile drive should take you about 2 hours and 50 minutes, making it a perfect single-day adventure. You'll primarily be on Florida's Turnpike and I-4, with a small section of Southeast Federal Highway. With 88% of the journey on highways, expect a straightforward experience. Budget around $23 for fuel, and consider that the longest stretch without a major road change is a substantial 124.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. This route keeps you within Florida for the entire trip, offering a convenient way to get from the southeastern coast to the popular central Florida region.
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
73.1 miles from Hobe Sound, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 28m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
124.5 mi
2h 13m
Southeast Federal Highway
9.4 mi
14m
I 4
4.3 mi
5m
Southwest Martin Highway
3.4 mi
6m
Southeast Indian Street
1.3 mi
2m
South Division Avenue
1.2 mi
3m
West South Street
0.3 mi
<1m
West Kaley Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 124.5 mi, about 2h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobe Sound, FL and Orlando, FL.
1
Start on CR 708
48 ft·4 sec·Southeast Bridge Road
2
Turn right onto US 1
9.4 mi·14 min·Southeast Federal Highway
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto Southeast Indian Street
1.3 mi·2 min·Southeast Indian Street
4
Continue on Southwest Martin Highway
3.4 mi·6 min·Southwest Martin Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
125 mi·2 hr 13 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 259Toward I 4: Orlando, TampaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 4 East: Downtown Orlando
10
Merge onto I 4
4.3 mi·5 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 81Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan StreetUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·14 sec
13
Turn slight right onto West Kaley Street
264 ft·14 sec·West Kaley Street
14
Turn left onto South Division Avenue
1.2 mi·3 min·South Division Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto West South Street
0.3 mi·51 sec·West South Street
16
Turn slight right
103 ft·3 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 50-minute drive, starting earlier in the day is a good strategy to avoid the heaviest traffic, especially as you near Orlando. With only 146.2 miles to cover, you won't need to split this into an overnight trip. You can easily complete it in one go, but if you prefer a break, plan your stop around the 124.5-mile mark on Florida's Turnpike, which is the longest stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $23, so you should have ample time to find services along the Turnpike before needing to refuel.
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 73.1 miles from Hobe Sound, FL, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.5 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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.1 miles or 1h 28m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orlando, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hobe Sound, 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 Hobe Sound, FL
This is one driving day of about 146.2 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Hobe Sound, 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 124.5 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 144.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 1 / Southeast Federal Highway
Turn right onto US 1 / Southeast Federal Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
14.3 mi into trip|~24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
8
139.1 mi into trip|~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
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 259
Toward I 4: Orlando, Tampa
8
144.1 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 81
Toward Kaley Avenue, Michigan Street
6
144.6 mi into trip|~2h 46m in|South Division Avenue
Turn left onto South Division Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.27 one way
$46.54 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$25.31
$50.63
premium
$4.72
$27.19
$54.37
diesel
$5.61
$32.28
$64.56
Estimated Tolls: $8.72
Florida's Turnpike
(124.5 mi)$8.72
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: 51.2 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
43.9
0
$15.35
$7.02
Efficient EV
36.6
0
$12.79
$5.85
EV Truck/SUV
58.5
0
$20.47
$9.36
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 20, 2026
Origin
Hobe Sound, FL
Late night
in Hobe Sound on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Orlando, FL
Late night
in Orlando on Tuesday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°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
23 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 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the 146.2 miles spent on major roadways like Florida's Turnpike and I-4. You'll encounter an 88% highway share, indicating a consistent pace for most of the journey. The most significant continuous segment you'll navigate is 124.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, be prepared for potential traffic as you approach the Orlando area, particularly on I-4. The character is predominantly about efficient travel rather than scenic detours.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.5 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Southeast Federal Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / Southeast Federal Highway.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 146.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Southeast Federal Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hobe Sound, FL and Orlando, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll and Florida's Turnpike North.
For the broader urban area including suburbs and other nearby destinations, please see the Greater Orlando article.
Orlando deserves its reputation as the theme park capital of the world, with an estimated 52 million visitors a year. The city is best known for its theme parks Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, but it holds a lot to offer besides those two amusement meccas. Countless hotels and restaurants cater to business conventions and other events hosted by organizations from all over the country. Outside the theme park districts and hotels, however, lies much more to be explored, including downtown, areas of untouched wilderness, world-class museums and theaters, and old towns with dining and nightlife.
At the center of the state of Florida, in Orange County, Orlando is about an hour from each coast.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 146.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124.5 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.72 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.
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 Orlando, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1 / Southeast Federal Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Orlando, FL before heading back.
