Origin
Cocoa Beach, FL
Evening in Cocoa Beach on Sunday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cocoa Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
87.9 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
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6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cocoa Beach, FL
Ethan Essig
Trip Overview
Spanning 87.9 miles along the Florida coast, this drive between Cocoa Beach and Port Saint Lucie typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this trip is perfect as a simple day outing, requiring no overnight stops. You can expect to spend roughly $14 on fuel for the journey, making it a very affordable trek between these two Florida locations. You will navigate primarily via North 1st Street, North Orlando Avenue, and South Atlantic Avenue rather than utilizing major interstates. It is a straightforward trip that avoids the stress of long-haul highway driving, allowing you to focus on the road ahead.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
44 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of surface streets that keep your attention engaged throughout the 87.9-mile journey. Because the route relies on local roads like North 1st Street, there is no single long-stretch highway segment to cruise on. The character of the drive remains consistent, demanding your focus as you transition through various local corridors. It is an ideal path for those who prefer staying off the high-speed transit lanes in favor of a more localized experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 1st Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cocoa Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cocoa Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Orlando Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Atlantic Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pineda Causeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Crosstown Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southwest Carter Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 1st Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cocoa Beach, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on the route
82 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
56 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn right onto North 1st Street
187 ft
·
14 sec
·
North 1st Street
4
Turn left onto North Orlando Avenue
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
North Orlando Avenue
5
Continue on South Atlantic Avenue
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Atlantic Avenue
6
Turn right onto Pineda Causeway
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Pineda Causeway
7
Take the ramp left toward I 95 South: Miami
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 South: Miami
8
Merge slight left
68 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward Crosstown Parkway
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Crosstown Parkway
10
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosstown Parkway
11
Turn right onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
12
Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue
217 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 1-hour and 26-minute trip is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. You should keep in mind that the route is entirely comprised of local roads, so traffic patterns on North 1st Street and North Orlando Avenue will dictate your overall pace. Budget about $14 for fuel before you head out, and ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent turns rather than sustained highway speeds. A smart tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation apps handy, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires constant attention to your route markers. Enjoy the ease of a trip that gets you to your destination in under 90 minutes without the need for additional rest stops.
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 44 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL, or about 43m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44 miles or 43m 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 13m
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 Cocoa Beach, 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 Cocoa Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 87.9 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44 mi from Cocoa Beach, FL · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Port Saint Lucie, FL
The final approach into Port Saint Lucie, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Port Saint Lucie, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.68 one way
$29.37 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $15.91 | $31.81 |
| premium | $4.90 | $16.94 | $33.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.53 | $39.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.23 | $4.22 |
| Efficient EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.31 | $5.63 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Evening in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
5:57 PM
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
5 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
1h 26m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cocoa Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL covers 87.9 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 1st Street, North Orlando Avenue, South Atlantic Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44 miles from Cocoa Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Cocoa Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is easy. At 1h 26m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cocoa Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cocoa Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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