Origin
Port Saint John, FL
Evening in Port Saint John on Sunday
Local time
6:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
96.6 mi
155 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Saint John, FL
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This straightforward 96.6-mile drive from Port Saint John to Port Saint Lucie in Florida is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes. The route is predominantly highway, making it an efficient journey with a projected fuel cost of around $15. You'll spend most of your time on I-95, so expect a consistent travel pace. Given its brevity and highway focus, this trip is ideal for a quick relocation or a short excursion without the need for an overnight stop. It's a practical option for getting from one point in Florida to another with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.3 miles from Port Saint John, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 87.5 mi | 1h 33m |
| Crosstown Parkway | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Port Saint John Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Fay Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Grissom Parkway | 1 mi | 2m |
| Miraflores Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Delespine Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint John, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
Start on Bermuda Avenue
Turn left onto Delespine Road
Turn right onto Miraflores Avenue
Turn right onto Fay Boulevard
Turn left onto Grissom Parkway
Turn right onto Port Saint John Parkway
Turn left
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
Turn right onto CR 615
Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue
Arrive at destination
With a duration of under two hours, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, aiming to avoid peak traffic times on I-95, especially around urban areas. Since the longest stretch is 87.5 miles, you won't need frequent fuel stops, but it's wise to start with a full tank. The route is direct and doesn't necessitate multiple stops, but if you do need a break, utilize the services typically found along major interstates. Keep an eye on your GPS for any potential traffic alerts on I-95 as you approach your destination in Port Saint Lucie.
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.
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 21 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.3 miles or 57m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Saint Lucie, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Port Saint John, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Saint John, FL
This is one driving day of about 96.6 miles and 1h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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.
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 48.3 miles from Port Saint John, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 91.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Delespine Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Miraflores Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Grissom Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Crosstown Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$15.38 one way
$30.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $16.73 | $33.45 |
| premium | $4.72 | $17.96 | $35.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.33 | $42.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.64 |
| Efficient EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.45 | $3.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.52 | $6.18 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Port Saint John on Sunday
Local time
6:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
6:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:40AM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
The character of this drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 97% of the 96.6 miles on major roadways. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate travel for the vast majority of your journey, including an uninterrupted stretch of 87.5 miles on I-95. While this means a consistent speed and direct path, it also suggests limited opportunities for spontaneous scenic detours or varied road experiences. Expect a predictable and functional driving environment from start to finish.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Crosstown Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Delespine Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 52m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Delespine Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Miraflores Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (Grissom Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 96.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
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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