Origin
Saint Augustine, FL
Late night in Saint Augustine on Tuesday
Local time
5:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saint Augustine, FL to Palm Bay, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 45m
Distance
142.9 mi
230 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Augustine, FL
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Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Trip Overview
Saint Augustine, FL to Palm Bay, FL is 142.9 miles and takes about 2h 45m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive connecting two points within Florida, primarily utilizing the interstate. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll find this route to be efficient for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours. It's a practical option if you're looking to cover ground quickly within the state.
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
71.4 miles from Saint Augustine, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 121.1 mi | 2h 10m |
| South Ponce de Leon Boulevard | 15.4 mi | 21m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| North Ponce de Leon Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| Carrera Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Cordova Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 121.1 mi, about 2h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint Augustine, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on Cordova Street
84 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cordova Street
2
Turn left onto Carrera Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Carrera Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Ponce de Leon Boulevard
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1
15 mi
·
21 min
·
South Ponce de Leon Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: Miami
6
Merge onto I 95
121 mi
·
2 hr 10 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on this road
99 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Use the left / right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto CR 516
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
10
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of about 2 hours and 45 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You can leave Saint Augustine anytime in the morning and still reach Palm Bay with plenty of daylight to spare. The longest stretch is over 121 miles on I 95, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get on the interstate. While only one stop is indicated, consider a brief break around the halfway point if needed, especially since the drive itself is relatively quick and doesn't necessitate splitting into two days.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 71.4 miles from Saint Augustine, FL, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 121.1 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 31 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.4 miles or 1h 24m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Palm Bay, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Saint Augustine, 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 Saint Augustine, FL
This is one driving day of about 142.9 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Saint Augustine, 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 121.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.4 miles from Saint Augustine, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 121.1 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 138.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Carrera Street
Turn left onto Carrera Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 1 / South Ponce de Leon Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1 / South Ponce de Leon Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
17.1 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
138.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward CR 516: Palm Bay
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay
6
138.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
Continue toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.75 one way
$45.49 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $24.74 | $49.49 |
| premium | $4.72 | $26.57 | $53.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.55 | $63.10 |
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: 50 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.9 | 0 | $15.00 | $6.86 |
| Efficient EV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.50 | $5.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.01 | $9.15 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Palm Bay, FL
Late night in Palm Bay on Tuesday
Local time
5:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
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
2h 45m 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.
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...
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
$15
View on nps.gov
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 15.1
View on nps.gov
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
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...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
$25
near mile 85.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway experience, with 85% of the route on major roads like I 95. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 121.1 miles on I 95, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is interstate, there are segments on South Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Palm Bay Road Northeast that transition you into the local areas. Be prepared for the feel of steady highway travel for the bulk of your trip, punctuated by the approach to your destination.
85% 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: 121.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and South Ponce de Leon Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Carrera Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 45m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Carrera Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 1 / South Ponce de Leon Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 17.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Saint Augustine, FL
Full guide →St. Augustine lays claim to being the oldest city in the United States. It is 30 minutes south of Jacksonville in the First Coast, and is full of romantic ambiance and old world charm. It is best known for its remarkable historic streets and attractions, Spanish-style architecture, and panoramic bayfront views. The walkable downtown is made up of narrow colonial streets lined with interesting locally-owned shops and outstanding restaurants. A trio of grand hotel buildings built in the late 19th century by railroad magnate Henry Flagler tower over the smaller, reconstructed historic houses, but the tallest building in town is just seven stories. One of Flagler's former hotels is now home to a small, private liberal arts college whose students add a sense of pulsating life to the centuries-old town. In St.
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 2h 45m. Total distance: 142.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 121.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Carrera Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (US 1 / South Ponce de Leon Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 17.1 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Palm Bay, FL before heading back.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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