Quincy, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is 393.2 miles and takes about 7h 10m via Florida's Turnpike, I 75, and I 10, with a fuel budget near $63 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the state of Florida for its entirety, primarily traversing the central and eastern parts of the peninsula. Expect a predominantly highway experience that makes for a straightforward, if not particularly scenic, drive. This route is a solid choice if you need to get from the Florida Panhandle down to the Atlantic coast efficiently and prefer to cover the distance in a single day.
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
196.6 miles from Quincy, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 36m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Florida's Turnpike
165.2 mi
2h 57m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
I 10
104.1 mi
1h 51m
Blue Star Highway
7.5 mi
9m
West Jefferson Street
4.9 mi
7m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
0.8 mi
1m
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 165.2 mi, about 2h 57m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 22 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,553 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,110
Quietest
2 AM
~176 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.8×
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 Quincy, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
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Start on West Crawford Street
212 ft·14 sec·West Crawford Street
2
Turn left onto South Ward Street
368 ft·18 sec·South Ward Street
3
Turn right onto US 90; FL 12; FL 267
4.9 mi·7 min·West Jefferson Street
4
Continue on US 90
7.5 mi·9 min·Blue Star Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·58 sec
Toward I 10 East: Lake CityUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 10
104 mi·1 hr 51 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
8
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
9
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike
165 mi·2 hr 57 min·Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328Toward Florida's Turnpike South, OrlandoUse the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 142Toward Port Saint Lucie
11
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft·15 sec·Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
12
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi·1 min·Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi·2 min·Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
14
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft·9 sec·Southwest Carter Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 10m estimated drive time, leaving in the morning is your best bet to complete this trip in one day. With 2 planned stops, you can break up the 393.2 miles effectively. The longest continuous driving segment is over 165 miles on Florida's Turnpike, so plan one of your breaks around this point to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $63 estimated cost suggests consistent consumption over the distance. The high percentage of highway driving means you'll encounter a steady flow of traffic and numerous service areas along the main roads.
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 196.6 miles from Quincy, FL, or about 3h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165.2 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 87 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 196.6 miles or 3h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Saint Lucie, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Quincy, 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 Quincy, FL
This is one driving day of about 393.2 miles and 7h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Quincy, 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 165.2 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 391.6 — 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|South Ward Street
Turn left onto South Ward Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.5 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Lake City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 10 East: Lake City
8
224.5 mi into trip|~4h 6m in|Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 328
Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando
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390.8 mi into trip|~7h 5m in|FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Turn right onto FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
391.6 mi into trip|~7h 7m in|CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Turn left onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / uturn lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$59.52 one way
$119.04 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg138 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$65.31
$130.62
premium
$4.55
$70.44
$140.87
diesel
$4.80
$74.24
$148.49
Estimated Tolls: $11.56
Florida's Turnpike
(165.2 mi)$11.56
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
$60
Tolls
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 137.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
118
1
$41.29
$18.87
Efficient EV
98.3
1
$34.41
$15.73
EV Truck/SUV
157.3
1
$55.05
$25.16
Gas CO2
138 kg
EV CO2
46 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Quincy, FL
Morning
in Quincy on Sunday
Local time
11:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Partly Cloudy
WNW 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Destination
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Morning
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
11:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 16 at 11:29AM EDT until July 17 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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
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
7h 10m 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 drive is almost entirely on major highways, with a 96% highway share. You'll experience a long stretch of 165.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike without needing to exit. For most of the 393.2 miles, you'll be on interstate or toll roads. Be prepared for a consistent cruising speed with frequent, albeit usually brief, exits and entrances as you navigate the highway system.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 165.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 75. 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 South Ward Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 393.2 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 (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 224.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
205 ft17 ft
Total Climb
188 ft
Total Descent
377 ft
Highest Point
205 ft
Elevation Range
189 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Quincy, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.
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 7h 10m. Total distance: 393.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 165.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.56 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.
Yes — we found about 45 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.
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 Port Saint Lucie, 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. There are 45 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 224.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Port Saint Lucie, FL before the return drive.
