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Trip from West Pensacola, 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

10h 18m

Distance

568.2 mi

914 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$90

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
10h 9m ★
6 AM
10h 19m
8 AM
10h 37m
10 AM
10h 25m
12 PM
10h 23m
3 PM
10h 26m
5 PM
10h 36m
8 PM
10h 13m

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

Downtown West Pensacola, FL, FL

West Pensacola, FL

Arian Fernandez

Trip Overview

West Pensacola, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is 568.2 miles and takes about 10h 18m via I 10 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $90 and likely best as an overnight trip. This long-distance drive primarily stays within Florida, taking you across the state. Given the nearly 10.5-hour drive time, breaking this journey into two days is highly recommended for a more relaxed experience. You'll be covering a significant portion of the state, so plan accordingly for services and potential traffic, especially as you approach your destination.

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

284.1 miles from West Pensacola, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 10 282.9 mi 5h 3m
Florida's Turnpike 165.2 mi 2h 57m
I 75 107.2 mi 1h 54m
Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway 3.3 mi 3m
West Fairfield Drive 2.8 mi 5m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard 1.6 mi 2m
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
New Warrington Spur 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 10 — 282.9 mi, about 5h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Pensacola, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.

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Start on FL 298

0.5 mi · 1 min · Lillian Highway
2

Turn left onto FL 295

0.2 mi · 24 sec · New Warrington Road
3

Turn left onto US 90

528 ft · 12 sec · Mobile Highway
4

Turn slight right

0.3 mi · 52 sec
5

Turn straight onto FL 295

0.6 mi · 1 min · New Warrington Spur
6

Continue on FL 295

1.9 mi · 3 min · West Fairfield Drive
7

Keep slight left at fork onto FL 295

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Fairfield Drive
8

Turn right onto FL 291

0.1 mi · 12 sec · North Davis Highway
9

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward I 110 North
10

Merge onto I 110

3.3 mi · 3 min · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Exit 6 Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
13

Merge onto I 10

283 mi · 5 hr 3 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 37 sec
Exit 296A Toward I-75 South: Tampa
15

Merge onto I 75

107 mi · 1 hr 54 min · I 75
Use the straight lane.
16

Take the exit onto Florida's Turnpike

165 mi · 2 hr 57 min · Florida's Turnpike
Exit 328 Toward Florida's Turnpike South, Orlando Use the slight left / straight lanes.
17

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Exit 142 Toward Port Saint Lucie
18

Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard

483 ft · 15 sec · Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
19

Turn right onto FL 716

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
20

Turn left onto CR 615

1.6 mi · 2 min · Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
21

Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue

215 ft · 9 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue
22

Arrive at destination

Southwest Carter Avenue

Trip Plan

For this roughly 10-hour drive, splitting it over two days with an overnight stop is the most practical approach. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight and cover a good portion of the distance. Plan for at least two stops, using them for fuel, rest, and meals. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the long 282.9-mile stretch on I 10, as services can be more spaced out. Consider making your overnight stop roughly halfway, around the central Florida area, to balance your driving days.

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 284.1 miles from West Pensacola, FL, or about 5h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 282.9 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 125 miles or 2h 19m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 284.1 miles or 5h 10m 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 284.1 miles or 5h 10m

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 10m

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 West Pensacola, 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 West Pensacola, FL

Aim for roughly 284 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Port Saint Lucie, FL

Aim for roughly 284 miles and 5.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 125 miles from West Pensacola, 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 282.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Tallahassee, FL, FL

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Tallahassee, FL

188 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

Downtown Lake Butler, FL, FL

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Lake Butler, FL

375 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Lake Butler, FL

Overnight Options

Night 1

Lake City, FL

284 mi · about 5.2h in

A practical overnight split lands near Lake City, FL after about 284 miles or 5.2 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Dothan, AL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 125 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake City, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 284.1 miles from West Pensacola, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 282.9 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 284 miles or 5.2 hours on the road.

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

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Orlando, Florida

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 446.4

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Holy Grain Coffee Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 446.4

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14077045878

Visit website

Bruegger's Bagels

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour Inexpensiv mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+18503090044

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18507590355

Ology Brewing Co [Northside]

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18502962809

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 4:30 am–10 pm

+18508947005

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+18508934494

Visit website

Doxa Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 324.7

Alachua, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

Paper Fox Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+18507653807

Visit website

Paloma Parlor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 446.4

Windermere, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+14078760895

Visit website

Daily Cup of Jo Coffee Co.

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13862499214

Visit website

Colsie Coffee & Bakeshop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 324.7

High Springs, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+13864542364

Visit website

RedEye Coffee Capital Circle

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18509998278

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 446.4

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+14079894499

Visit website

Lucky Goat Coffee

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 405.8

Sumterville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+13525694075

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 405.8

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 81.2

Defuniak Springs, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 324.7

Alachua, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 405.8

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887518560

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

AmpUp Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 81.2

Defuniak Springs, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tallahassee Automobile Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+18509420137

Visit website

Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 446.4

Orlando, Florida

+14073638000

Visit website

The Orlando Auto Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 446.4

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13217541700

Visit website

Fun Spot America

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 446.4

Orlando, Florida

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+14073633867

Visit website

Escape Room PSL

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 568.2

Port St. Lucie, Florida

Hours: 4–10:30 pm

+17726266655

Visit website

Go Retro

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

+18504665220

Visit website

Historic Pensacola Village

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Pensacola, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18505955993

Visit website

Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 202.9

Tallahassee, Florida

Hours: 8 am–8:30 pm

+18504874556

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 566.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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4.7 mi into trip | ~9m in | I 110 / Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway

Merge onto I 110 / Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
8 mi into trip | ~13m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 6 Toward I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Hi...
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399.4 mi into trip | ~7h 14m 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
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565.7 mi into trip | ~10h 13m 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
566.5 mi into trip | ~10h 15m 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

$90.44 one way

$180.88 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 199 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $98.38 $196.77
premium $4.72 $105.65 $211.31
diesel $5.61 $125.45 $250.90

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

$90

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: 198.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $60 in charging · 2 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 170.5 2 $59.66 $27.27
Efficient EV 142.1 1 $49.72 $22.73
EV Truck/SUV 227.3 2 $79.55 $36.36

Gas CO2

199 kg

EV CO2

66 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

West Pensacola, FL

Night in West Pensacola on Saturday

Local time

11:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Late night in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday

Local time

12:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

83°F

Lake Butler, FL

375 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

12 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

10h 18m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is characterized by its high highway share, with 98% of the drive on major interstates and turnpikes. Expect long stretches of consistent driving, including a significant 282.9-mile segment on I 10. The majority of the drive will feel like a classic interstate journey, focused on covering ground efficiently. While largely a straightforward interstate experience, be prepared for the transition onto Florida's Turnpike, which may involve tolls and different service areas. The drive progresses by moving you eastward across the state's extensive highway network.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 282.9 mi on I 10.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near I 110 / Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 568.2 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 4.7 miles (I 110 / Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 399.4 miles (Florida's Turnpike): 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 West Pensacola, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South and Orlando.

Florida's Turnpike South

399.4 mi in | ~7h 14m | via Florida's Turnpike

Orlando

399.4 mi in | ~7h 14m | via Florida's Turnpike

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 282.9 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 284 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.

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

The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (I 110 / Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 399.4 miles (Florida's Turnpike): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 10.3 hours each way, a round trip means 20.6 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.

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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