Port Saint Lucie to Moore Haven is 79.8 miles and takes about 1h 53m via FL 78 and Okeechobee Road, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward, same-day trip stays within Florida, connecting two points without venturing onto major interstates for the majority of the journey. Expect a drive focused on regional highways, offering a glimpse into the local Florida landscape rather than a high-speed transit. It's a practical option if you're looking for a direct connection between these two locations, keeping the driving time manageable.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.9 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 56m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
FL 78
34.4 mi
46m
Okeechobee Road
21.1 mi
25m
I 95
4.9 mi
5m
West Midway Road
4.9 mi
8m
Crosstown Parkway
4.1 mi
7m
FL 70
3.4 mi
6m
Parrott Avenue
2.9 mi
5m
US 27
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
FL 78
— 34.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Moore Haven, FL.
1
Start on Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft·15 sec·Southwest Carter Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 615
0.2 mi·20 sec·Southeast Airoso Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
4.1 mi·7 min·Crosstown Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 95 North: Daytona BeachUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
4.9 mi·5 min·I 95
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 126Toward CR 712: Midway Road
7
Keep slight left at fork
407 ft·12 sec
Toward CR 712: Midway Road
8
Turn straight onto CR 712
4.9 mi·8 min·West Midway Road
9
Turn left onto FL 70
21 mi·25 min·Okeechobee Road
10
Keep slight right at fork onto FL 70
3.4 mi·6 min·FL 70
11
Turn left onto Southeast 6th Avenue
0.3 mi·39 sec·Southeast 6th Avenue
12
At end of road, turn right onto Southeast 4th Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·Southeast 4th Street
13
Turn left onto US 98; US 441
2.9 mi·5 min·Parrott Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto FL 78
4.4 mi·6 min·FL 78
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on FL 78
30 mi·39 min·FL 78
16
Turn right onto US 27; FL 78
0.3 mi·23 sec·US 27; FL 78
17
Continue on US 27; FL 78
0.4 mi·35 sec·US 27; FL 78
18
Merge onto US 27; FL 78
0.2 mi·18 sec·US 27; FL 78
19
Turn slight right
338 ft·4 sec
20
Continue on US 27
1.5 mi·2 min·US 27
21
Take the exit
407 ft·11 sec
22
Turn slight left
388 ft·28 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under 2 hours, this is a perfectly achievable same-day trip. You can easily depart Port Saint Lucie in the morning or afternoon and arrive in Moore Haven with plenty of daylight to spare. With only 79.8 miles to cover, you won't need many stops, but it's always wise to fuel up before you leave Port Saint Lucie, as the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 34 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services might be less frequent on the state roads compared to major interstates. Enjoy the flexibility this shorter drive offers.
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 39.9 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.4 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.9 miles or 56m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moore Haven, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Saint Lucie, FL
This is one driving day of about 79.8 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on FL 78 for about 34.4 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 0 and 10 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Crosstown Parkway
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.3 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
5
9.6 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the exit toward CR 712: Midway Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 126
Toward CR 712: Midway Road
5
10 mi into trip|~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward CR 712: Midway Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward CR 712: Midway Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.70 one way
$25.40 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$13.82
$27.63
premium
$4.72
$14.84
$29.68
diesel
$5.61
$17.62
$35.24
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.9
0
$8.38
$3.83
Efficient EV
20
0
$6.98
$3.19
EV Truck/SUV
31.9
0
$11.17
$5.11
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Morning
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Moore Haven, FL
Morning
in Moore Haven on Sunday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
E 2 to 7 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 6:56AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued April 18 at 2:27AM EDT until April 18 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee 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
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 53m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 62% of the journey utilizing main roads like FL 78 and Okeechobee Road. You'll experience stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 34.4-mile segment on FL 78 where you can maintain a steady pace. While I-95 is mentioned as a main road, the profile suggests the bulk of the travel will be on the state routes, offering a more grounded driving experience than a pure interstate commute. The road character is likely to be a mix of open highway and potentially some more local road sections as you approach your destination.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.4 mi on FL 78.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 78 and Okeechobee Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.8 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Crosstown Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 79.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.4 miles on FL 78. 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 Moore Haven, 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: near the start (CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Crosstown Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Moore Haven, FL before heading back.
