Origin
Kendale Lakes, FL
Morning in Kendale Lakes on Tuesday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kendale Lakes, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
126.2 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kendale Lakes, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
This straightforward 126.2-mile drive from Kendale Lakes, FL, to Port Saint Lucie, FL, is comfortably manageable in about 2 hours and 28 minutes, making it an excellent day trip. You'll spend most of your time on Florida's Turnpike and its Homestead Extension, covering 94% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, this route is quite budget-friendly for a single day's excursion. The drive stays within Florida, offering a direct path north with minimal fuss. It's a practical option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
63.1 miles from Kendale Lakes, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 95.2 mi | 1h 46m |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 23.5 mi | 25m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 127th Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 42nd Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 56th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 40th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 95.2 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kendale Lakes, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on Southwest 130th Place
29 ft
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4 sec
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Southwest 130th Place
2
Turn right onto Southwest 131st Path
202 ft
·
10 sec
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Southwest 131st Path
3
Turn right onto Southwest 64th Terrace
132 ft
·
7 sec
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Southwest 64th Terrace
4
Turn right onto Southwest 132nd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Southwest 132nd Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto Southwest 62nd Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Southwest 62nd Street
6
Turn right onto Southwest 133rd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Southwest 133rd Avenue
7
Turn right onto Southwest 59th Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Southwest 59th Street
8
Turn left onto Southwest 132nd Avenue
500 ft
·
22 sec
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Southwest 132nd Avenue
9
Turn right onto Southwest 56th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 56th Street
10
Turn left onto Southwest 127th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 127th Avenue
11
Turn right onto Southwest 42nd Street
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Southwest 42nd Street
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on Southwest 40th Street
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Southwest 40th Street
13
Turn left onto Southwest 117th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Southwest 117th Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Use the left lane.
15
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
95 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
Use the right lane.
19
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
20
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
22
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour and 28-minute duration and 126.2-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility with departure times. Leaving Kendale Lakes in the morning should allow you to arrive in Port Saint Lucie well before any evening commitments. The longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike is over 95 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, though the $20 estimated fuel cost suggests you won't need to worry too much. Keep an eye on traffic, especially around the Miami metropolitan area as you begin your journey, as this can impact your travel time.
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 63.1 miles from Kendale Lakes, FL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.2 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 28 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.1 miles or 1h 15m 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
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 Kendale Lakes, 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 Kendale Lakes, FL
This is one driving day of about 126.2 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Kendale Lakes, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 95.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.1 miles from Kendale Lakes, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.2 miles.
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 195 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 123.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
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Southwest 42nd Street
Turn right onto Southwest 42nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
3.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North
8
26.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
7
122.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m in
Take the exit toward Port Saint Lucie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
6
123.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.09 one way
$40.18 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $21.85 | $43.70 |
| premium | $4.72 | $23.47 | $46.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.86 | $55.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.08
Florida's Turnpike
(95.2 mi)
$6.67
Homestead Extension
(23.5 mi)
$1.41
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
$20
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.25 | $6.06 |
| Efficient EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.04 | $5.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.67 | $8.08 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Morning in Port Saint Lucie on Tuesday
Local time
7:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 28m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Biscayne National Park
National Park
Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
Caution: Boater Awareness
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 94% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The character is largely defined by Florida's Turnpike and the Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike, which account for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 95.2 miles. This means you'll encounter consistent, fast-paced driving conditions for the majority of your trip. Southeast Airoso Boulevard offers a brief change of pace closer to your destination, but the overall feel is one of efficient, high-speed travel designed for covering distance quickly.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 95.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near Southwest 42nd Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 126.2 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: at 2.3 miles (Southwest 42nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kendale Lakes, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Orlando and Florida's Turnpike Toll North.
Orlando
26.6 mi in
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~34m
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via Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Florida's Turnpike Toll North
26.6 mi in
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~34m
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via Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 126.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 95.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.08 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 Port Saint Lucie, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles (Southwest 42nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Biscayne National Park. 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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