Origin
Palm Bay, FL
Late night in Palm Bay on Sunday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palm Bay, FL to Fort Pierce, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
51.9 mi
84 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Fort Pierce, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward transit along the Florida coast, the 51.9-mile journey from Palm Bay to Fort Pierce is an ideal choice. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 6 minutes on the road, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of only $9, it is an affordable way to move between these two Florida cities. You will primarily utilize I-95, transitioning onto local routes like Babcock Street Northeast and Orange Avenue to reach your destination. Since the entire trip takes just over an hour, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. This drive provides a no-nonsense connection between regions, allowing you to focus on your arrival rather than the commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 41.2 mi | 44m |
| Orange Avenue | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| Babcock Street Northeast | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 2 mi | 4m |
| Malabar Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| US Highway 1 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 41.2 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Bay, FL and Fort Pierce, FL.
1
Start on Palm Bay Road Northeast
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
2
Turn left onto FL 507
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Babcock Street Northeast
3
Turn right onto FL 514
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Malabar Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
Turn sharp left
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
41 mi
·
44 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 131
Toward FL 68: Orange Avenue
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 68 East
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto FL 68
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Orange Avenue
10
Turn right onto US 1
498 ft
·
41 sec
·
US Highway 1
11
Continue on US 1
385 ft
·
13 sec
·
US Highway 1
12
Turn right
53 ft
·
3 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Palm Bay, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 4.6 and 47 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
FL 514 / Malabar Road
Turn right onto FL 514 / Malabar Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
5.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Turn sharp left toward I 95 South: Miami
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
5.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
46.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward FL 68: Orange Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 131
Toward FL 68: Orange Avenue
7
47 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 68 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 68 East
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.26 one way
$16.52 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.99 | $17.97 |
| premium | $4.72 | $9.65 | $19.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.46 | $22.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Fort Pierce, FL
Late night in Fort Pierce on Sunday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
12 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 6m 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 highway-focused drive, as approximately 80% of your time behind the wheel will be spent at cruising speeds. The route features a significant 41.2-mile stretch on I-95, which serves as the backbone of your journey and keeps the pace consistent. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the road shifts as you transition to Babcock Street Northeast and Orange Avenue to finish your approach. This combination of high-speed interstate travel and local roadway navigation offers a functional, efficient driving experience. You will find that the rhythm of the trip is defined by this long interstate segment, providing a predictable and steady ride for the majority of your departure from Palm Bay.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Orange Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in near FL 514 / Malabar Road.
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 51.9 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 4.6 miles (FL 514 / Malabar Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
44 ft
16 ft
Total Climb
22 ft
Total Descent
34 ft
Highest Point
44 ft
~33.4 mi in
Elevation Range
28 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 51.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.2 miles on I 95. 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 4.6 miles (FL 514 / Malabar Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Fort Pierce, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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