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Trip from Town 'n' Country, FL to Palm Bay, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 2m

Distance

140 mi

225 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 51m ★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States

Town 'n' Country, FL

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Downtown Palm Bay, FL, FL

Palm Bay, FL

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Trip Overview

This 140-mile drive from Town 'n' Country, Florida, to Palm Bay, Florida, is best tackled as a single-day excursion, taking approximately 3 hours and 2 minutes. The journey primarily utilizes I-4 and Bronson Highway, with a portion on West Hillsborough Avenue, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, this route is an economical option for a quick trip. You'll likely find the drive straightforward, as it stays within the state of Florida. One planned stop is recommended to break up the drive.

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

70 miles from Town 'n' Country, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 4 53.7 mi 58m
Bronson Highway 37.2 mi 46m
West Hillsborough Avenue 7.8 mi 14m
Osceola Parkway 7.1 mi 10m
Hillsborough Avenue 6 mi 10m
Palm Bay Road Northeast 4.3 mi 7m
Southern Connector Extension 4.2 mi 5m
Florida's Turnpike 3.5 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 4 — 53.7 mi, about 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Town 'n' Country, FL and Palm Bay, FL.

1

Start on Fountain Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Fountain Avenue
2

Turn right onto Webb Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Webb Road
3

Turn left onto FL 580

4.5 mi · 8 min · Hillsborough Avenue
Use the left lane.
4

Continue on US 92

7.8 mi · 14 min · West Hillsborough Avenue
Use the left lane.
5

Continue on US 92

1.5 mi · 2 min · Hillsborough Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 4 East: Orlando
7

Merge onto I 4

54 mi · 58 min · I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 16 sec
Exit 62 Toward FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on FL 417 Toll

4.2 mi · 5 min · Southern Connector Extension
Toward FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Exit 3 Toward Osceola Parkway, Gaylord Convention Center Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Turn right onto CR 522

7.1 mi · 10 min · Osceola Parkway
Use the left lane.
12

Continue on CR 522

1.5 mi · 2 min · East Osceola Parkway
Use the left lane.
13

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
14

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

3.5 mi · 3 min · Florida's Turnpike
15

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 244 Toward US 192, ​US 441: Kissimmee, ​Saint Cloud Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork

177 ft · 6 sec
Toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital
17

Turn left onto US 192; US 441

3.4 mi · 5 min · Bronson Highway
Use the left lane.
18

Continue on US 192; US 441

0.1 mi · 14 sec · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
19

Continue on US 192; US 441

2.6 mi · 5 min · 13th Street
20

Continue on US 192; US 441

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
21

Continue on US 192; US 441

34 mi · 40 min · Bronson Highway
Use the left lane.
22

Continue on US 192

2.9 mi · 3 min · US 192
23

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
24

Merge onto I 95

3.4 mi · 3 min · I 95
25

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Exit 176 Toward CR 516: Palm Bay Use the slight right lane.
26

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.
27

Turn straight onto CR 516

4.3 mi · 7 min · Palm Bay Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
28

Arrive at destination

Palm Bay Road Northeast

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour duration, departing in the morning from Town 'n' Country allows ample time to reach Palm Bay without feeling rushed. The recommended single stop is a good opportunity to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 53.7-mile stretch on I-4, as services can be spaced out. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on traffic or personal preference. A practical tip for this route is to check local traffic conditions for I-4 before you depart, as it's a major artery.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70 miles from Town 'n' Country, FL, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.7 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 31 miles or 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 70 miles or 1h 27m 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 28m

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 Town 'n' Country, 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 Town 'n' Country, FL

This is one driving day of about 140 miles and 3h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Town 'n' Country, 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 4 for about 53.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Lake Butler, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lake Butler, FL

70 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.

Popular next leg

Lake Butler, FL to Palm Bay, FL

81.8 mi · 1h 46m

Pacing Suggestions

Lakeland, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake Butler, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 70 miles from Town 'n' Country, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Celebration

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kissimmee, Florida

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 70

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14072719145

Visit website

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Castro's Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Polk City, Florida

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 50

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524670378

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - Heights

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tampa, Florida

2 mi

Pressed Books & Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lakeland, Florida

2.9 mi

CFS Coffee For The Soul, Celebration

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 70

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14072719145

Visit website

Retro House Coffee Bar & Asian Bistro

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+18138125025

Visit website

Susana's Cafe - Kissimmee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 80

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14072012627

Visit website

Café Barista - Kissimmee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 80

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14079351384

Visit website

XO Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 80

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14075075607

Visit website

The Coffee Grove Corp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 60

Davenport, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18634193212

Visit website

Castro's Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 50

Polk City, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524670378

Visit website

The Lab Coffee - Heights

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18138436588

Visit website

Pressed Books & Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 40

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+18636033166

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Heights

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

22nd Street Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18133040373

Visit website

Foxtail Coffee & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Celebration at 192

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 70

Kissimmee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+14076760211

Visit website

Black & Brew

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 40

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18635009500

Visit website

CoffeeMe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+18139308082

Visit website

White Gator Swamp

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 80

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078555496

Visit website

Bonnet Springs Park

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 40

Lakeland, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7:30 pm

+18637327000

Visit website

Epps Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18132745161

Visit website

Perry Harvey Sr. Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18132748615

Visit website

Wallaby Ranch

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 60

Davenport, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–7 pm

+18635574600

Visit website

Disney's Hollywood Studios

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 70

Bay Lake, Florida

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+14079395277

Visit website

Reptile World Serpentarium

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 100

St Cloud, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14078926905

Visit website

The Florida Aquarium

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 10

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18132734000

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 69.1 and 135.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
69.1 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Keep slight right at fork toward FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 62 Toward FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Cel...
8
73.5 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Take the exit toward Osceola Parkway, Gaylord Convention Center

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 3 Toward Osceola Parkway, Gaylord Convention Cent...
8
86.4 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Take the exit toward US 192, ​US 441: Kissimmee, ​Saint Cloud

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 244 Toward US 192, ​US 441: Kissimmee, ​Saint Cloud
6
87 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud,...
7
135.3 mi into trip | ~2h 53m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.28 one way

$44.57 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $24.24 $48.48
premium $4.72 $26.03 $52.06
diesel $5.61 $30.91 $61.82

Estimated Tolls: $0.25

Florida's Turnpike (3.5 mi) $0.25

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

$22

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 49 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42 0 $14.70 $6.72
Efficient EV 35 0 $12.25 $5.60
EV Truck/SUV 56 0 $19.60 $8.96

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 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 15, 2026

Origin

Town 'n' Country, FL

Morning in Town 'n' Country on Sunday

Local time

9:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Palm Bay, FL

Morning in Palm Bay on Sunday

Local time

9:25 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Lake Butler, FL

70 mi in

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

13 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

3h 2m 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?

Expect a drive that's about 52% highway, meaning you'll experience both faster-paced travel and more local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 53.7 miles, primarily on I-4, which will offer a period of consistent cruising. As you transition between I-4, Bronson Highway, and West Hillsborough Avenue, the character of the drive will shift, introducing you to different road environments. This mixed profile means you'll get a taste of both interstate efficiency and more community-focused roadways.

52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.7 mi on I 4.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 69.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 140 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 69.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Town 'n' Country, FL and Palm Bay, FL, road signs point toward Disney World, Celebration, Gaylord Convention Center, Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South and ​Us 441: Kissimmee - among others.

Disney World

69.1 mi in | ~1h 26m

Celebration

69.1 mi in | ~1h 26m

Gaylord Convention Center

73.5 mi in | ~1h 31m

Miami

82.4 mi in | ~1h 45m

Florida's Turnpike Toll South

82.4 mi in | ~1h 45m

​Us 441: Kissimmee

86.4 mi in | ~1h 50m

​Saint Cloud

86.4 mi in | ~1h 50m

Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital

87 mi in | ~1h 51m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 2m. Total distance: 140 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 53.7 miles on I 4. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.25 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Palm Bay, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 69.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Palm Bay, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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