Origin
Oak Ridge, FL
Morning in Oak Ridge on Tuesday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oak Ridge, 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
1h 30m
Distance
72.8 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Ridge, FL
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Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Trip Overview
This 72.8-mile drive from Oak Ridge, FL to Palm Bay, FL is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. It's a perfect option for a single-day excursion, with no need to plan for an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $12, making it an economical choice. You'll primarily be on major roadways like the Beachline Expressway and I-95, so expect a functional, highway-focused experience. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B within Florida without significant detours or complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.4 miles from Oak Ridge, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Beachline Expressway | 32.7 mi | 35m |
| I 95 | 28.1 mi | 30m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| West Oak Ridge Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| South Orange Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| McCoy Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Boggy Creek Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bonnie Brook Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Beachline Expressway
— 32.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Ridge, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on this road
329 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Bonnie Brook Boulevard
513 ft
·
24 sec
·
Bonnie Brook Boulevard
3
Turn right onto West Oak Ridge Road
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
West Oak Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto FL 527
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Orange Avenue
5
Turn left onto FL 482
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
McCoy Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on FL 482
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Boggy Creek Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn slight left onto FL 482
356 ft
·
11 sec
·
Jetport Drive
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward FL 528 Toll East: Orlando International Airport
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto FL 528 Toll
33 mi
·
35 min
·
Beachline Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 42A
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 95
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on this road
99 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Use the left / right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto CR 516
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps avoiding morning rush hour if you're heading out of Oak Ridge. With no designated stops in the data, consider planning your own brief break if needed, especially during the 32.7-mile stretch on the Beachline Expressway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $12 cost suggests a relatively efficient use of gas, but it's always wise to be aware. A practical tip: since the route is so direct, you might consider leaving a bit later in the day to enjoy more morning time at your origin or destination.
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 36.4 miles from Oak Ridge, FL, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.4 miles or 46m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Palm Bay, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Oak Ridge, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oak Ridge, FL
This is one driving day of about 72.8 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Oak Ridge, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Beachline Expressway for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Oak Ridge, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 68.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Bonnie Brook Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto Bonnie Brook Boulevard
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Oak Ridge Road
Turn right onto West Oak Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
39.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Miami
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 42A
Toward I 95 South: Miami
7
68.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward CR 516: Palm Bay
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay
6
68.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Continue toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.59 one way
$23.18 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
| premium | $4.72 | $13.54 | $27.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.07 | $32.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.19 | $4.66 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
5 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 30m 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 84% of the journey taking place on faster roads. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 32.7 miles on the Beachline Expressway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The route transitions between these expressways and other main roads like I-95 and Palm Bay Road Northeast. While not designed for scenic cruising, it provides a predictable and direct path, allowing you to cover ground efficiently. Expect a consistent driving experience centered on efficient travel rather than varied terrain or roadside attractions.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.7 mi on Beachline Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Beachline Expressway and I 95. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Bonnie Brook Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 72.8 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 0.1 miles (Bonnie Brook Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (West Oak Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Oak Ridge, FL to Palm Bay, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 516: Palm Bay along the way.
Cr 516: Palm Bay
68.1 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 72.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.7 miles on Beachline Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Palm Bay, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 0.1 miles (Bonnie Brook Boulevard): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.2 miles (West Oak Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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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