Wallace to Port Saint Lucie is 557.8 miles and takes about 10h 14m via I 10 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $86 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a long-haul drive that spans across Florida, starting in the western part of the state and heading east. Given the nearly 10.5-hour drive time, this route is best split over two days. You'll spend most of your time on major highways, making for a straightforward, if lengthy, trip.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
278.9 miles from Wallace, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
264.2 mi
4h 43m
Florida's Turnpike
165.2 mi
2h 57m
I 75
107.2 mi
1h 54m
Berryhill Road
8.7 mi
16m
Caroline Street
4.1 mi
6m
Chumuckla Highway
2.2 mi
3m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
1.6 mi
2m
FL 87
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 264.2 mi, about 4h 43m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 108 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,233 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,761
Quietest
2 AM
~150 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 102 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 Wallace, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
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Start on CR 197
2.2 mi·3 min·Chumuckla Highway
2
Turn left onto CR 184A
8.7 mi·16 min·Berryhill Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Berryhill Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Berryhill Street
4
Continue on Willing Street
472 ft·23 sec·Willing Street
5
Turn left onto US 90; FL 87
4.1 mi·6 min·Caroline Street
6
Turn right onto FL 87
1.3 mi·2 min·FL 87
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
8
Merge onto I 10
264 mi·4 hr 43 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·37 sec
Exit 296AToward I-75 South: Tampa
10
Merge onto I 75
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 75
Use the straight lane.
11
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.
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 142Toward Port Saint Lucie
13
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft·15 sec·Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
14
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi·1 min·Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi·2 min·Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
16
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft·9 sec·Southwest Carter Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 10h 14m duration, plan for this to be a two-day trip. Leaving early in the morning on your first day will allow you to cover a significant portion of the 557.8 miles. Aim to drive around 5-6 hours and find accommodation. The longest stretch, 264.2 miles on I 10, is a good candidate for the first day's driving. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you move between major interstates, and utilize the designated rest stops along Florida's Turnpike.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 278.9 miles from Wallace, FL, or about 5h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 264.2 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 123 miles or 2h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 278.9 miles or 5h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 278.9 miles or 5h 11m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 9h 6m
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 Wallace, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wallace, FL
Aim for roughly 279 miles and 5.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Port Saint Lucie, FL
Aim for roughly 279 miles and 5.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 123 miles from Wallace, FL.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 10 for about 264.2 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 2.2 and 556.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.2 mi into trip|~3m in|CR 184A / Berryhill Road
Turn left onto CR 184A / Berryhill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
17.2 mi into trip|~31m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
389 mi into trip|~7h 10m 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
6
555.3 mi into trip|~10h 9m 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
556.1 mi into trip|~10h 11m 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
$90.92 one way
$181.83 round trip
$4.14/gal25.4 MPG avg195 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$101.22
$202.43
premium
$4.94
$108.53
$217.06
diesel
$6.08
$133.56
$267.13
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
$91
Tolls
$12
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$232–$342
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 195.2 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $59 in charging
· 2 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
167.3
2
$58.57
$26.77
Efficient EV
139.5
1
$48.81
$22.31
EV Truck/SUV
223.1
2
$78.09
$35.70
Gas CO2
195 kg
EV CO2
65 kg (67% less)
Plan for 2 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Wallace, FL
Night
in Wallace on Sunday
Local time
9:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Clear
NE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 17 at 8:54PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 7:32PM EDT until October 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Night
in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
10:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
N 10 to 15 mph31% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued October 17 at 8:54PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 7:32PM EDT until October 22 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
53°F
Quincy, FL
184 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
20 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
10h 14m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
National Seashore
Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is on highways for 96% of the way, with a substantial 264.2-mile stretch on I 10. You'll experience a long period of consistent travel before encountering more varied road conditions closer to your destination. Expect a high volume of exits and potential for merging traffic, especially as you transition between I 10, I 75, and Florida's Turnpike.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 264.2 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Florida's Turnpike. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near CR 184A / Berryhill Road.
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 557.8 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: at 2.2 miles (CR 184A / Berryhill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 389 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
266 ft17 ft
Total Climb
153 ft
Total Descent
315 ft
Highest Point
266 ft
~159.9 mi in
Elevation Range
250 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wallace, 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.
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
10h 14m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 264.2 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 279 miles on day one.
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 58 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 58 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (CR 184A / Berryhill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 389 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 10.2 hours each way, a round trip means 20.5 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.
