Port Saint Lucie to Ponte Vedra Beach is 230.8 miles and takes about 4 hours 24 minutes via I 95 and Palm Valley Road, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, making it a straightforward drive within the state. With 93% of the drive on highways, expect a swift transit for most of the way. It's a good option if you need to get from the Treasure Coast to the Northeast Florida coast efficiently, with just one recommended stop to break it up.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
115.4 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
208.5 mi
3h 44m
Palm Valley Road
6 mi
8m
County Road 210 West
4.6 mi
7m
Crosstown Parkway
4.1 mi
7m
Nocatee Parkway
2.6 mi
3m
SR A1A
2.3 mi
4m
Pablo Road
0.8 mi
3m
Solana Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 208.5 mi, about 3h 44m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 34 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,232 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,977
Quietest
2 AM
~233 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
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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
208 mi·3 hr 44 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 329Toward CR 210: Ponte Vedra Beach, Green Cove SpringsUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto CR 210
4.6 mi·7 min·County Road 210 West
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward Nocatee Parkway East, Ponte Vedra Beach
9
Merge onto Nocatee Parkway
2.6 mi·3 min·Nocatee Parkway
10
Continue on CR 210
2.5 mi·3 min·Palm Valley Road
11
Enter roundabout onto CR 210
365 ft·6 sec·Palm Valley Road
12
Continue on CR 210
3.4 mi·5 min·Palm Valley Road
Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto SR A1A
1.3 mi·2 min·SR A1A
Use the left / right lanes.
14
Continue on SR A1A
1.0 mi·1 min·SR A1A
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Solana Road
0.3 mi·46 sec·Solana Road
16
Turn left onto San Juan Drive
97 ft·5 sec·San Juan Drive
17
Continue on San Juan Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·San Juan Drive
18
Turn left onto Pablo Road
0.8 mi·3 min·Pablo Road
19
Arrive at destination
Pablo Road
Trip Plan
For this 4 hour 24 minute drive, leaving Port Saint Lucie in the morning will allow you to arrive in Ponte Vedra Beach with plenty of daylight remaining. Since the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 208.5 miles on I 95, consider planning your single stop around the halfway point to refuel and stretch. The estimated fuel cost is $36, so ensure you have enough gas before embarking on the longest highway segment. Given the relatively short duration, you have flexibility, but staying on I 95 for the majority of the trip means paying attention to exit numbers for your final turn onto Palm Valley Road.
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 115.4 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.5 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 51 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.4 miles or 2h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ponte Vedra Beach, 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 230.8 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 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 I 95 for about 208.5 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 227.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
4.7 mi into trip|~8m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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213.2 mi into trip|~3h 53m in
Take the exit toward CR 210: Ponte Vedra Beach, Green Cove Springs
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 329
Toward CR 210: Ponte Vedra Beach, Green Cove Sp...
5
227.1 mi into trip|~4h 15m in|SR A1A
At end of road, turn left onto SR A1A
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.94 one way
$69.88 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$38.34
$76.67
premium
$4.55
$41.34
$82.69
diesel
$4.80
$43.58
$87.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.2
0
$24.23
$11.08
Efficient EV
57.7
0
$20.20
$9.23
EV Truck/SUV
92.3
1
$32.31
$14.77
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Afternoon
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
1:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
93°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 10 mph41% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Afternoon
in Ponte Vedra Beach on Sunday
Local time
1:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Sunny
S 7 to 16 mph7% chanceLive 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
1 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
4h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 183.1
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
$25
near mile 111.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a predominantly highway drive, with 93% of the 230.8 miles spent on major roads. You'll be on I 95 for a significant stretch of 208.5 miles, so anticipate a consistent cruising experience with frequent exits. The transition to surface roads begins near the end of your drive, with Palm Valley Road and County Road 210 West making up the final miles. Expect typical highway conditions with varied traffic density depending on the time of day and proximity to urban areas.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 208.5 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Palm Valley Road. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 230.8 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 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
45 ft11 ft
Total Climb
63 ft
Total Descent
68 ft
Highest Point
45 ft
~197.8 mi in
Elevation Range
34 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, road signs point toward Cr 210: Ponte Vedra Beach, Green Cove Springs and Nocatee Parkway East.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 24m. Total distance: 230.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 24m 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 208.5 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 4.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Fort Matanzas National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
