Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Late night in Port Saint Lucie on Saturday
Local time
2:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Pine Island Center, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 5, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
147.3 mi
237 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
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6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Arian Fernandez
Pine Island Center, FL
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Trip Overview
Port Saint Lucie to Pine Island Center is 147.3 miles and takes about 3h 30m via FL 78, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, moving from the Atlantic coast region towards the Gulf coast. Expect a mix of highway driving and surface roads as you make your way across the state. With a drive time under four hours and a low fuel cost, this is a convenient option for a single-day excursion.
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
73.7 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 78 | 49.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| Hickpochee Avenue | 24 mi | 34m |
| Okeechobee Road | 21.1 mi | 25m |
| Southwest Pine Island Road | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Bayshore Road | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| Pine Island Road | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Northeast Pine Island Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| I 95 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
FL 78
— 49.2 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Pine Island Center, 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 Beach
Use 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 126
Toward 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
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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
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 27; FL 78
17
Turn left onto FL 78
15 mi
·
18 min
·
FL 78
18
Turn left onto FL 29
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
FL 29
19
Turn right onto FL 29; FL 80
24 mi
·
34 min
·
Hickpochee Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
21
Merge onto I 75
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 143
Toward FL 78: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Toward FL 78 West
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto FL 78
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Bayshore Road
25
Continue on FL 78
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Pine Island Road
26
Continue on FL 78
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Northeast Pine Island Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
27
Continue on FL 78
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Southwest Pine Island Road
Use the left lane.
28
Continue on CR 78
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Pine Island Road
29
Arrive at destination
Pine Island Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 30m estimated drive time, departing Port Saint Lucie in the morning allows ample time to reach Pine Island Center without feeling rushed. The route includes just one recommended stop, but with a total distance of 147.3 miles, you can easily add more breaks if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel as you approach the halfway point, especially if you plan to explore off the main roads. The fuel cost is estimated at $23, so factor that into your budget for the 147.3-mile trip.
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 73.7 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.2 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 32 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 43m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine Island Center, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Saint Lucie, FL
This is one driving day of about 147.3 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Port Saint Lucie, 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 FL 78 for about 49.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.7 miles from Port Saint Lucie, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 126 — 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
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
8
125.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward FL 78: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 143
Toward FL 78: North Fort Myers, Cape Coral
8
126 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL 78 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward FL 78 West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.78 one way
$45.56 round trip
$3.93/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.30 | $24.95 | $49.90 |
| premium | $4.63 | $26.83 | $53.65 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $32.47 | $64.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.47 | $7.07 |
| Efficient EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.89 | $5.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.62 | $9.43 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Pine Island Center, FL
Late night in Pine Island Center on Saturday
Local time
2:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
5 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
3h 30m 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?
This route is about 48% highway, offering a good balance between faster travel and more local cruising. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of highway on FL 78, covering 49.2 miles. After this, you'll transition to more surface roads, including Hickpochee Avenue and Okeechobee Road, for the remainder of your trip. Be prepared for a change in pace as you leave the highway and enter more developed or rural areas.
48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.2 mi on FL 78.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 Effort
10/10
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 147.3 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: near the start (CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
58 ft
2 ft
Total Climb
73 ft
Total Descent
83 ft
Highest Point
58 ft
~31.6 mi in
Elevation Range
56 ft
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.
On the drive from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Pine Island Center, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cape Coral along the way.
Cape Coral
125.8 mi in
|
~2h 54m
About the Cities
Starting in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Full guide →Founded 1961
Port St. Lucie is a sprawling tropical city on the Treasure Coast of Florida. The population is 202,000 and 438,000 in its metropolitan area (2019). Residents refer to the city by its initials, PSL. The spring training home of the New York Mets, this city has many fun activities if you know where to look; the new downtown area is in its infancy, but once complete will bring more activities for residents and visitors.
Arriving in Pine Island Center, FL
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 147.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.2 miles on FL 78. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Pine Island Center, 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: near the start (CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Pine Island Center, 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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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