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Trip from Palm Bay, FL to Richmond West, 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 42m
Distance
191.5 mi
308 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
44 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 30m
★
6 AM
3h 43m
8 AM
4h 8m
10 AM
3h 52m
12 PM
3h 49m
3 PM
3h 53m
5 PM
4h 7m
8 PM
3h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Richmond West, FL
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Trip Overview
Palm Bay, FL to Richmond West, FL is 191.5 miles and takes about 3h 42m via Florida's Turnpike and I-95, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, making it a straightforward trip between two points in the same state. With 93% of the trip on highways, expect a predominantly high-speed cruising experience. This route is designed for efficient travel, offering a practical way to cover the distance without extensive detours.
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
95.8 miles from Palm Bay, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 105.2 mi | 1h 56m |
| I 95 | 43.4 mi | 46m |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 30 mi | 34m |
| Southwest 152nd Street | 3 mi | 6m |
| Babcock Street Northeast | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 2 mi | 4m |
| State Road 821 Access Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 147th Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 105.2 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Bay, FL and Richmond West, 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
43 mi
·
46 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
492 ft
·
12 sec
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto FL 70
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the left / uturn lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
105 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
30 mi
·
33 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Homestead
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 18
Toward SR 992: Southwest 117th Avenue, Southwest 152nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on State Road 821 Access Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Road 821 Access Road
17
Keep slight right at fork
252 ft
·
6 sec
18
Turn straight onto Southwest 117th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Southwest 117th Avenue
19
Turn right onto Southwest 152nd Street
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Southwest 152nd Street
Use the right lane.
20
Turn left onto Southwest 147th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 147th Avenue
21
Enter roundabout onto Southwest 168th Street
125 ft
·
3 sec
·
Southwest 168th Street
22
Continue on Southwest 168th Street
210 ft
·
10 sec
·
Southwest 168th Street
23
Turn right onto Southwest 146th Court
250 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southwest 146th Court
24
Turn right onto Southwest 168th Terrace
115 ft
·
4 sec
·
Southwest 168th Terrace
25
Arrive at destination
Southwest 168th Terrace
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 42m duration, leaving Palm Bay in the morning allows ample time to reach Richmond West well before evening. With a fuel cost estimated around $30, ensure your tank is sufficiently full before departing to minimize stops. The route's 93% highway share means you can cover ground quickly, but be mindful of the 105.2-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike; plan a break before or after this segment. Consider a brief stop around the halfway mark to stretch your legs and stay alert for the duration of the drive.
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 95.8 miles from Palm Bay, FL, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.2 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 42 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.8 miles or 1h 50m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond West, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Palm Bay, 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 Palm Bay, FL
This is one driving day of about 191.5 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Palm Bay, 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 105.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 95.8 miles from Palm Bay, 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 105.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pompano Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
40392
0.1 mi from route
40391
0.1 mi from route
Snapper Creek Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Port Saint Lucie - Fort Pierce Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
50382
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.4 mi from route
50381
0.7 mi from route
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Moderately
mile 123.1
Delray Beach, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+15614950233
Visit websiteGold Coast Railroad Museum
4.2
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the end, short detour
1.9 mi from route
~5 min detour
mile 191.5
Miami, Florida
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+13052530063
Visit websiteZoo Miami
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
2.1 mi from route
~5 min detour
mile 191.5
Miami, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13052510400
Visit websiteMiramar Regional Park
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
2.6 mi from route
~6 min detour
mile 164.2
Miramar, Florida
Hours: 8 am–9 pm
+19548836950
Visit websitePeaceful Waters Sanctuary
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
3.4 mi from route
~9 min detour
mile 109.4
Wellington, Florida
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+15617914005
Visit websiteStuart Heritage Museum
4.7
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
mile 68.4
Stuart, Florida
Hours: 10 am–3 pm
+17722204600
Visit websiteRiverbend Park
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
4.9 mi from route
~12 min detour
mile 82.1
Jupiter, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+15617411359
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 185.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
8
49 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
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.
Exit 129
Toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
7
49.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward FL 70 West: Okeechobee
8
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
8
185.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 31m in
Take the exit toward SR 992: Southwest 117th Avenue, Southwest 152nd Street
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.
Exit 18
Toward SR 992: Southwest 117th Avenue, Southwes...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.48 one way
$60.96 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $33.16 | $66.32 |
| premium | $4.72 | $35.61 | $71.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.28 | $84.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $9.15
Florida's Turnpike
(105.2 mi)
$7.36
Homestead Extension
(30 mi)
$1.79
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
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
44 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Florida Nexxus Park- Tesla Supercharger
Fort Pierce, FL
Tesla
40 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Melbourne, FL
Tesla
20 DCFC
Target - Tesla Supercharger
Vero Beach, FL
Tesla
16 DCFC
Town Center at St. Lucie West - Tesla Supercharger
Port St. Lucie, FL
Tesla
16 DCFC
Port St. Lucie-Fort Pierce Service Plaza - Tesla Supercharger
Port St. Lucie, FL
Tesla
16 DCFC
TA, Vero Beach, FL
Vero Beach, FL
BP_PULSE
12 DCFC
Fort Pierce, FL Rechargery @ Wawa - Selvitz Rd
Fort Pierce, FL
IONNA
10 DCFC
Hammock Landing - Tesla Supercharger
West Melbourne, FL
Tesla
8 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 12
Tesla: 11
FPLEV: 9
Electrify America: 4
eVgo Network: 2
Blink Network: 2
BP_PULSE: 1
IONNA: 1
EV Connect: 1
CHARGESMART_EV: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.11 | $9.19 |
| Efficient EV | 47.9 | 0 | $16.76 | $7.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.81 | $12.26 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Origin
Palm Bay, FL
Late night in Palm Bay on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Richmond West, FL
Late night in Richmond West on Sunday
Local time
12:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
11 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
3h 42m 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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 191.5
Caution: Boater Awareness
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely highway, with 93% of the 191.5 miles on major roadways like Florida's Turnpike and I-95. You'll experience a long stretch of 105.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike, indicating extended periods of consistent cruising. Expect to encounter numerous exits and interchanges as you navigate these high-speed corridors across Florida.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 191.5 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 5.1 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 49 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Palm Bay, FL and Richmond West, FL, road signs point toward Fort Pierce, Miami, Florida's Turnpike South, Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Homestead.
Fort Pierce
49 mi in
|
~57m
Miami
50.3 mi in
|
~1h
Florida's Turnpike South
50.3 mi in
|
~1h
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
155.9 mi in
|
~2h 57m
|
via Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Homestead
155.9 mi in
|
~2h 57m
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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 3h 42m. Total distance: 191.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $9.15 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.
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 Richmond West, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 49 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Richmond West, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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