Embark on a 359-mile journey from Port Saint Lucie to Crawfordville, Florida, a drive that will take approximately 7 hours and 5 minutes. This trip primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike and US 27, offering a highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $57, it's a manageable one-day adventure. You'll navigate through the heart of Florida, making it a straightforward trip within the same state. Factor in two planned stops to break up the drive, ensuring a comfortable pace for this 359-mile excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
179.5 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
165.1 mi
2h 56m
Young Boulevard
66.5 mi
1h 25m
US 27
48 mi
1h 1m
Hampton Springs Avenue
42.9 mi
55m
I 75
24.6 mi
26m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Road
8 mi
11m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 165.1 mi, about 2h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Crawfordville, FL.
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Start on Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft·11 sec·Southwest Carter Avenue
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Turn right onto CR 615
1.6 mi·2 min·Southeast Airoso Boulevard
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Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi·1 min·Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
0.1 mi·21 sec·Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
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Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike NorthUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
165 mi·2 hr 56 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike
0.2 mi·15 sec·Florida's Turnpike
Toward I 75 North: OcalaUse the straight lane.
9
Merge onto I 75
25 mi·26 min·I 75
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 27: Ocala, Williston
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Keep slight left at fork
295 ft·9 sec
Toward US 27 North: WillistonUse the left lane.
12
Merge onto US 27
48 mi·1 hr 1 min·US 27
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
0.1 mi·15 sec·Main Street
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Continue on US 19; US 98; US 27 Alternate
67 mi·1 hr 25 min·Young Boulevard
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Turn left onto US 98
43 mi·55 min·Hampton Springs Avenue
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Turn right onto Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Road
8.0 mi·11 min·Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Road
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Turn left onto US 319
79 ft·1 sec·Crawfordville Highway
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Arrive at destination
US 319
Trip Plan
To maximize your travel time and minimize fatigue on this 7-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure from Port Saint Lucie. With 359 miles to cover and two recommended stops, plan for roughly every 2-3 hours to pull over for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition between the Turnpike and US 27. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your vehicle is fueled before you begin the longest stretch on Florida's Turnpike, as services can be spaced out during that segment.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 179.5 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 3h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.1 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 79 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 179.5 miles or 3h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crawfordville, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Port Saint Lucie, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Saint Lucie, FL
This is one driving day of about 359 miles and 7h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 165.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 193.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.1 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
5
3.4 mi into trip|~6m in|Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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168.2 mi into trip|~3h 3m in|Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto Florida's Turnpike toward I 75 North: Ocala
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
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193.1 mi into trip|~3h 30m in
Take the exit toward US 27: Ocala, Williston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 27: Ocala, Williston
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193.4 mi into trip|~3h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 27 North: Williston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 27 North: Williston
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$57.14 one way
$114.29 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg126 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$62.16
$124.32
premium
$4.72
$66.75
$133.51
diesel
$5.61
$79.26
$158.53
Estimated Tolls: $11.54
Florida's Turnpike
(164.8 mi)$11.54
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
$57
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$94–$119
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
107.7
1
$37.70
$17.23
Efficient EV
89.8
1
$31.41
$14.36
EV Truck/SUV
143.6
1
$50.26
$22.98
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Late night
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
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
Destination
Crawfordville, FL
Late night
in Crawfordville on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
25 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
7h 5m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 66% of the drive on faster roads. Expect a substantial 165.1-mile stretch on Florida's Turnpike, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. While much of the journey involves efficient highway driving, the inclusion of US 27 and Young Boulevard suggests a transition to more typical road conditions as you progress. The overall character is one of steady progress, ideal for covering distance efficiently.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.1 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Young Boulevard. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 359 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 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.4 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): 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.
On the drive from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Crawfordville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Williston along the way.
Williston
193.1 mi in|~3h 30m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 5m. Total distance: 359 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 5m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 165.1 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.54 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 Crawfordville, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.4 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.2 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Crawfordville, FL before the return drive.
