Rockledge to Micco is 41.6 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I 95 and US 1, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, short drive entirely within Florida, connecting two points south of the Kennedy Space Center. The profile is largely highway-focused, making it a quick transit rather than a destination in itself. You'll primarily be on major arteries, so expect steady progress. This trip is ideal if you're looking for a simple, efficient hop between locations without much fuss.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
21.7 mi
23m
US 1
9.7 mi
13m
Malabar Road
4.2 mi
7m
South Fiske Boulevard
4.1 mi
7m
Rosa L Jones Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
Derby Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 21.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockledge, FL and Micco, FL.
1
Start on Derby Street
275 ft·19 sec·Derby Street
2
Turn left onto Rosa L Jones Boulevard
1.1 mi·2 min·Rosa L Jones Boulevard
3
Turn left onto FL 519
4.1 mi·7 min·South Fiske Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
Merge onto I 95
22 mi·23 min·I 95
Use the slight right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 173Toward FL 514: Palm Bay, MalabarUse the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto FL 514
4.2 mi·7 min·Malabar Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto US 1
9.6 mi·13 min·US 1
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on US 1
0.1 mi·16 sec·US 1
10
Arrive at destination
US 1
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Rockledge, 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 27.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.1 mi into trip|~3m in|FL 519 / South Fiske Boulevard
Turn left onto FL 519 / South Fiske Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.3 mi into trip|~10m in
Turn left toward I 95 South: Miami
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
5.7 mi into trip|~11m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
27.3 mi into trip|~34m in
Take the exit toward FL 514: Palm Bay, Malabar
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 173
Toward FL 514: Palm Bay, Malabar
5
27.7 mi into trip|~35m in|FL 514 / Malabar Road
Turn left onto FL 514 / Malabar Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.62 one way
$13.24 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg15 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$7.20
$14.41
premium
$4.72
$7.74
$15.47
diesel
$5.61
$9.18
$18.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
12.5
0
$4.37
$2.00
Efficient EV
10.4
0
$3.64
$1.66
EV Truck/SUV
16.6
0
$5.82
$2.66
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Forecast as of Apr 19, 2026
Origin
Rockledge, FL
Morning
in Rockledge on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny
WNW 5 to 10 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 19 at 8:20AM EDT until April 20 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 19 at 5:28AM EDT until April 19 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Micco, FL
Morning
in Micco on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WNW 5 to 10 mph25% chanceLive forecast
Fire Weather Watch
Fire Weather Watch issued April 19 at 8:20AM EDT until April 20 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 19 at 5:28AM EDT until April 19 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
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
4 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
56m 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 predominantly a highway-focused drive, with about 75% of the journey utilizing high-speed roads like I 95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.7 miles on I 95, allowing for consistent travel. As you progress, the drive will transition from interstate speeds to more local road conditions as you approach Micco. While not characterized by winding backroads, the shift from interstate to US 1 offers a change in pace. Expect a practical, functional drive primarily on well-maintained major roadways.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.7 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US 1. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near FL 519 / South Fiske Boulevard.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (FL 519 / South Fiske Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.7 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.
On the drive from Rockledge, FL to Micco, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Malabar along the way.
Malabar
27.3 mi in|~34m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
The longest stretch is about 21.7 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: at 1.1 miles (FL 519 / South Fiske Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.7 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 Micco, FL before heading back.
