Origin
North Brooksville, FL
Morning in North Brooksville on Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
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Live forecast
Trip from North Brooksville, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 44m
Distance
185.7 mi
299 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 32m
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6 AM
3h 44m
8 AM
4h 10m
10 AM
3h 53m
12 PM
3h 51m
3 PM
3h 54m
5 PM
4h 8m
8 PM
3h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Brooksville, FL
Jose Valverde
Trip Overview
North Brooksville to Port Saint Lucie is 185.7 miles and takes about 3h 44m via Florida's Turnpike and FL 50, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from the central part of the state down towards the southeast coast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that's easily manageable in a single day. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained toll roads, making for a predictable and efficient drive. Consider this route if you need a quick and direct connection between these two points with minimal fuss.
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
92.9 miles from North Brooksville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 128.9 mi | 2h 18m |
| Cortez Boulevard | 33.7 mi | 45m |
| FL 50 | 11.7 mi | 18m |
| West Orange Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Jefferson Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Ponce de Leon Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Broad Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 128.9 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Brooksville, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on Yontz Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Yontz Road
2
Turn right onto US 98
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ponce de Leon Boulevard
3
Turn left onto US 98; FL 50A
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Jefferson Street
4
Turn right onto US 41; US 98; FL 50A
356 ft
·
10 sec
·
Mildred Avenue
5
Turn left onto US 41; US 98; FL 50A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
6
Turn right onto US 98; FL 50A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jefferson Street
7
Continue on US 98; FL 50
34 mi
·
45 min
·
Cortez Boulevard
8
Continue on FL 50; FL 33
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
9
Continue on FL 50; FL 33
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Orange Street
10
Continue on FL 50
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
FL 50
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on FL 50
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
FL 50
12
Continue on FL 50
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
FL 50
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on FL 50
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
FL 50
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
16
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
129 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
18
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
19
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
20
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
21
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 44m estimated drive time and 185.7-mile distance, this is a very manageable same-day trip. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Port Saint Lucie with plenty of daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $30, you can plan your stops strategically, perhaps midway through the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest continuous driving segment is quite extensive, and plan your refueling accordingly to avoid any unnecessary delays.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.9 miles from North Brooksville, FL, or about 2h 1m 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 41 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.9 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 4m
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 North Brooksville, 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 North Brooksville, FL
This is one driving day of about 185.7 miles and 3h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from North Brooksville, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.9 miles from North Brooksville, 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 128.9 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 52.5 and 184.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
182.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
Take the exit toward Port Saint Lucie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
6
183.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 39m 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.
6
184.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m 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
$29.56 one way
$59.12 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $32.15 | $64.31 |
| premium | $4.72 | $34.53 | $69.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.00 | $82.00 |
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
$30
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.50 | $8.91 |
| Efficient EV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.25 | $7.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.3 | 0 | $26.00 | $11.88 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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 Sunday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
83°F
Lake Butler, FL
93 mi in
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
6 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
3h 44m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 76% of the route utilizing major highways. Expect a significant portion of your time to be spent on Florida's Turnpike, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 128.9 miles. While much of the journey involves faster travel, you'll also navigate segments on Cortez Boulevard and FL 50, which may offer a change of pace. The overall character is one of efficient transit, prioritizing getting you to your destination smoothly over particularly varied scenery.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 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?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Cortez Boulevard. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 52.5 miles in.
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 185.7 miles you will encounter 9 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 52.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.2 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Brooksville, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
52.5 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Miami
52.5 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 44m. Total distance: 185.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 52.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.3 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 182.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Port Saint Lucie, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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