Origin
Florida Ridge, FL
Morning in Florida Ridge on Saturday
Local time
11:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Florida Ridge, FL to Palm Bay, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
36 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Florida Ridge, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Trip Overview
The drive from Florida Ridge, FL to Palm Bay, FL covers 36 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 1, Indian River Boulevard, US Highway 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.3 miles on US 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.73 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 36 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 36 miles, with most of the trip on US 1 and Indian River Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 27.3 miles on US 1.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 1 and Indian River Boulevard. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 36 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.5 miles (CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 1 / US Highway 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (45th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest
Turn right onto CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 1 / US Highway 1
Turn left onto US 1 / US Highway 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
45th Street
Turn left onto 45th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 1
Turn right onto US 1
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
35.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
Main Street Northeast
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street Northeast
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 1 | 27.3 mi | 41m |
| Indian River Boulevard | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| US Highway 1 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 9th Street Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 7th Road Southwest | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 45th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Main Street Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 1
— 27.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Florida Ridge, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on 7th Road Southwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
7th Road Southwest
2
Turn right onto CR 606
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
9th Street Southwest
3
Turn left onto US 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
US Highway 1
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Turn right onto CR 603
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Indian River Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto 45th Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
45th Street
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto US 1
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
US 1
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 1
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 1
9
Continue on US 1
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 1
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 1
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 1
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 1
357 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 1
12
Continue on US 1
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 1
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on US 1
15 mi
·
20 min
·
US 1
14
Turn left onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
15
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street Northeast
122 ft
·
4 sec
·
Main Street Northeast
16
Turn left onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
17
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18 mi from Florida Ridge, FL · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Florida Ridge, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Palm Bay, FL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Palm Bay, FL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.73 one way
$11.46 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $6.23 | $12.47 |
| premium | $4.72 | $6.69 | $13.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Palm Bay, FL
Morning in Palm Bay on Saturday
Local time
11:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
57m 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 Florida Ridge, FL to Palm Bay, FL covers 36 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 1, Indian River Boulevard, US Highway 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18 miles from Florida Ridge, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.73 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 36 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (CR 606 / 9th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 1 / US Highway 1): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (45th Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Florida Ridge, FL to Palm Bay, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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