The drive from Daytona Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL covers 93 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Palm Bay Road Northeast, Nova Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 78.8 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.80 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Daytona Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 93 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 93 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Palm Bay Road Northeast. The longest continuous stretch is about 78.8 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 78.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Palm Bay Road Northeast. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near FL 421 / Dunlawton Avenue.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 49m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles (FL 421 / Dunlawton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.8 mi into trip|~11m in|FL 421 / Dunlawton Avenue
Turn right onto FL 421 / Dunlawton Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
9 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 South: Miami
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 South: Miami
5
9.5 mi into trip|~16m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
88.3 mi into trip|~1h 40m 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
6
88.7 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Continue toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Daytona Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 516: Palm Bay along the way.
Cr 516: Palm Bay
88.3 mi in|~1h 40m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
78.8 mi
1h 24m
Palm Bay Road Northeast
4.3 mi
7m
Nova Road
3.6 mi
5m
North Nova Road
2.1 mi
3m
Dunlawton Avenue
2 mi
3m
International Speedway Boulevard
1.1 mi
2m
Taylor Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 78.8 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Daytona Beach, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on US 92
1.1 mi·2 min·International Speedway Boulevard
2
Turn left onto FL 5A
2.1 mi·3 min·North Nova Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on FL 5A
3.6 mi·5 min·Nova Road
4
Turn right onto FL 421
2.0 mi·3 min·Dunlawton Avenue
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on FL 421
0.2 mi·25 sec·Taylor Road
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 South: MiamiUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
79 mi·1 hr 24 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 176Toward CR 516: Palm BayUse the slight right lane.
9
Continue on this road
99 ft·4 sec·this road
Exit 176Toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay RoadUse the left / right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto CR 516
4.3 mi·7 min·Palm Bay Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Trip Plan
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 46.5 miles from Daytona Beach, FL, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.8 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 20 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 55m 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 27m
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 Daytona Beach, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Daytona Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 93 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Daytona Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 78.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.5 mi from Daytona Beach, FL
· 55m into the drive
The midpoint is around 47.8 miles from Daytona Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Palm Bay, FL
The final approach into Palm Bay, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Canaveral National Seashore
National Seashore
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
$25
near mile 35.3
Caution: Pavement Project- Playalinda District
Park Closure: Limited Access to Apollo District Parking Lots 2 and 3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.80 one way
$29.61 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$16.10
$32.21
premium
$4.72
$17.29
$34.59
diesel
$5.61
$20.53
$41.07
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: 32.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.76
$4.46
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.14
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.02
$5.95
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Daytona Beach, FL
Morning
in Daytona Beach on Saturday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Palm Bay, FL
Morning
in Palm Bay on Saturday
Local time
11:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Glencoe, FL
47 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
14 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
1h 49m 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 Daytona Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL covers 93 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Palm Bay Road Northeast, Nova Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.5 miles from Daytona Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.80 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 49m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles (FL 421 / Dunlawton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Daytona Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 516: Palm Bay along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
