Port Saint Lucie to South Patrick Shores is 80.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 35 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, connecting two points in the state. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that should be manageable for most drivers. With a relatively short duration, it's an easy same-day journey, leaving you with ample time to explore your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.2 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
67.7 mi
1h 12m
Pineda Causeway
6.2 mi
9m
Crosstown Parkway
4.1 mi
7m
South Patrick Drive
0.8 mi
1m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
0.2 mi
<1m
Saint Lucia Court
0.2 mi
<1m
Jolly Roger Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Southwest Carter Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 67.7 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and South Patrick Shores, 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
68 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Exit 188Toward FL 404: Satellite Beach, Pineda Causeway, Patrick Space Force BaseUse the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto FL 404
6.2 mi·9 min·Pineda Causeway
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward FL 513: Patrick Space Force BaseUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto FL 513
0.8 mi·1 min·South Patrick Drive
10
Turn right onto Saint Georges Court
166 ft·9 sec·Saint Georges Court
11
Turn right onto Jolly Roger Drive
0.1 mi·38 sec·Jolly Roger Drive
12
Turn left onto Saint Lucia Court
0.2 mi·36 sec·Saint Lucia Court
13
Arrive at destination
Saint Lucia Court
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour 35 minute duration, you can comfortably leave Port Saint Lucie anytime. This trip is short enough that you won't need to plan for extensive stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on I 95 is nearly 68 miles. For this route, consider leaving a bit earlier in the day to avoid any potential afternoon traffic near your destination.
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 40.2 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.7 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 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 46m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Patrick Shores, 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 80.4 miles and 1h 35m.
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 I 95 for about 67.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 40.2 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 67.7 miles.
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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 78.9 — 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
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.
8
72.4 mi into trip|~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward FL 404: Satellite Beach, Pineda Causeway, Patrick Space Force Base
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 188
Toward FL 404: Satellite Beach, Pineda Causeway...
6
78.9 mi into trip|~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward FL 513: Patrick Space Force Base
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 513: Patrick Space Force Base
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.80 one way
$25.60 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$13.92
$27.84
premium
$4.72
$14.95
$29.90
diesel
$5.61
$17.75
$35.50
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: 28.1 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
24.1
0
$8.44
$3.86
Efficient EV
20.1
0
$7.04
$3.22
EV Truck/SUV
32.2
0
$11.26
$5.15
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 16, 2026
Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Morning
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
6:36 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
South Patrick Shores, FL
Morning
in South Patrick Shores on Sunday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
8 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
1h 35m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on I 95, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 67.7 miles. Expect consistent travel speeds and minimal distractions on this segment. The route also incorporates Crosstown Parkway and Pineda Causeway, offering a brief change of scenery before you arrive at your destination.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 67.7 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Pineda Causeway. You will hit about 11 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 80.4 miles you will encounter 11 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.
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 South Patrick Shores, FL, road signs point toward Pineda Causeway and Patrick Space Force Base.
Pineda Causeway
72.4 mi in|~1h 21m
Patrick Space Force Base
72.4 mi in|~1h 21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 80.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.7 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Patrick Shores, FL before heading back.
