Origin
Tangelo Park, FL
Morning in Tangelo Park on Sunday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tangelo Park, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
120.3 mi
194 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
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6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tangelo Park, FL
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Trip Overview
This 120.3-mile drive from Tangelo Park, Florida, to Port Saint Lucie, Florida, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 17 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day journey, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 92% of the drive on major roads, making for efficient travel. Expect a fuel cost of around $19 for this trip. Given its relatively short distance and highway nature, this route offers a practical and uncomplicated way to get from your starting point in Florida to your destination, also within Florida.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.1 miles from Tangelo Park, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 111.2 mi | 1h 59m |
| West Sand Lake Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| South Orange Blossom Trail | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mandarin Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Bayshore Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Carter Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 111.2 mi, about 1h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tangelo Park, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on Anzio Street
103 ft
·
9 sec
·
Anzio Street
2
Turn left onto Mandarin Drive
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Mandarin Drive
3
Turn left onto FL 482
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Sand Lake Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto US 17; US 92; US 441
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Orange Blossom Trail
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Oсala, Miami, Florida’s Turnpike Toll
6
Turn straight
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
111 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
9
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
10
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
12
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 2-hour drive, flexibility is your advantage. You can depart at your leisure, but aiming to leave mid-morning can help you avoid peak traffic. With no specific stops noted, you can decide on your own pace, but remember the longest stretch is over 111 miles, so plan for a brief break if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $19, and it's always wise to fill up before embarking on longer highway segments. A practical tip for this route: since Florida's Turnpike is the dominant road, ensure you have any necessary toll transponders or payment methods ready.
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 60.1 miles from Tangelo Park, FL, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.2 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 26 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.1 miles or 1h 9m 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 50m
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 Tangelo Park, 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 Tangelo Park, FL
This is one driving day of about 120.3 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Tangelo Park, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 111.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.1 miles from Tangelo Park, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.2 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 118.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 17; US 92; US 441 / South Orange Blossom Trail
Turn right onto US 17; US 92; US 441 / South Orange Blossom Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
116.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Take the exit toward Port Saint Lucie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
6
117.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m 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
118.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m 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
$19.15 one way
$38.30 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $20.83 | $41.66 |
| premium | $4.72 | $22.37 | $44.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.56 | $53.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.78
Florida's Turnpike
(111.2 mi)
$7.78
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
$19
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
| Efficient EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.53 | $4.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.84 | $7.70 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Morning in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 17m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the route utilizing major roads. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including an uninterrupted 111.2-mile segment on Florida's Turnpike. The drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, rather than winding scenic byways. While you'll start and end on local roads like West Sand Lake Road and Southeast Airoso Boulevard, the bulk of your time will be spent on the high-speed highway, offering a predictable driving experience.
92% 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: 111.2 mi on Florida's Turnpike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and West Sand Lake Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.2 miles in near US 17; US 92; US 441 / South Orange Blossom Trail.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 17m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles (US 17; US 92; US 441 / South Orange Blossom Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 120.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 111.2 miles on Florida's Turnpike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.78 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, 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: at 3.2 miles (US 17; US 92; US 441 / South Orange Blossom Trail): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 116.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Port Saint Lucie, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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