Origin
Micco, FL
Morning in Micco on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Micco, FL to Palm Bay, 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
18m
Distance
12.4 mi
20 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Micco, FL
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Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Micco and Palm Bay, Florida, you are in for a quick 12.4-mile trip. This drive typically takes about 15 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Since the transit is so brief, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy travel planning. Budgeting just $2 for fuel should easily cover the distance, leaving you with plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Both locations are situated within Florida, so you will remain in the same region throughout the journey. It is a straightforward, local commute that functions best as a simple, no-fuss connection between these two points.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 12 mi | 17m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 12 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Micco, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on US 1
12 mi
·
17 min
·
US 1
2
Turn left onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
3
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street Northeast
122 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Northeast
4
Turn left onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
5
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 12 and 12.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
12 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Turn left onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
5
12.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Main Street Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
4
12.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Turn left onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.97 one way
$3.95 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $2.15 | $4.29 |
| premium | $4.72 | $2.31 | $4.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.74 | $5.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.79 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Palm Bay, FL
Morning in Palm Bay on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
18m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience. You will navigate the route entirely on local roads, specifically Main Street Northeast and Palm Bay Road Northeast, as there is no highway share on this 12.4-mile stretch. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches, you should stay alert for frequent turns and intersection changes. The road's personality is defined by its local character, requiring constant attention to stop-and-go traffic patterns. Since you are not traveling on major highways, the pace remains steady and functional, reflecting a typical Florida local road experience.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12 mi on US 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and Palm Bay Road Northeast. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 12 miles in near Palm Bay Road Northeast.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Micco, FL to Palm Bay, FL is easy. At 18m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12 miles (Palm Bay Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (Main Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (Palm Bay Road Northeast): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 12.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12 miles on US 1. 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 12 miles (Palm Bay Road Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (Main Street Northeast): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (Palm Bay Road Northeast): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Palm Bay, 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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