Trip from Fort Pierce, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Drive Time

2h 6m

Distance

104 mi

167 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

1h 57m ★

6 AM

2h 6m

8 AM

2h 24m

10 AM

2h 13m

12 PM

2h 11m

3 PM

2h 14m

5 PM

2h 23m

8 PM

2h 1m

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

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Fort Pierce, FL

Arian Fernandez

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Kelly

Trip Overview

Connecting Fort Pierce to Fort Lauderdale, this 104-mile journey takes approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes under standard conditions. As a highway-focused drive, it serves perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $17 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Florida locations. Because the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, your progress remains steady and predictable throughout the transit. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, this direct path offers a hassle-free transition between the two coastal hubs.

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

52 miles from Fort Pierce, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a high-speed experience, as 89% of this trip takes place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on Florida's Turnpike, which accounts for an impressive 84.9-mile uninterrupted stretch. While you may also utilize I-95 or Okeechobee Road depending on your specific start and end points, the character of the drive remains consistently focused on efficient transit rather than winding backroads. Prepare for a modern interstate atmosphere that prioritizes speed and reliability over leisurely sightseeing. Behind the wheel, this means you can maintain a consistent pace as you move south through the Florida landscape.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Florida's Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 84.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1 / US Highway 1.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 104 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: near the start (US 1 / US Highway 1): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (CR 770 / Delaware Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 1 / US Highway 1

Turn uturn onto US 1 / US Highway 1

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | CR 770 / Delaware Avenue

Turn right onto CR 770 / Delaware Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

5.7 mi into trip | ~11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

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

Use the left lane. Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South

91 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther Kin...

101.6 mi into trip | ~2h in

Take the exit toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 27 Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown

Towns Along This Route

Between Fort Pierce, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs point toward Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.

Miami

5.7 mi in | ~11m

Florida's Turnpike South

5.7 mi in | ~11m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Florida's Turnpike	84.9 mi	1h 32m
I 95	7.2 mi	8m
Okeechobee Road	4.2 mi	7m
West Broward Boulevard	1.8 mi	3m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard	1.4 mi	2m
Delaware Avenue	0.9 mi	1m
North Andrews Avenue	0.6 mi	1m
US Highway 1	0.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Florida's Turnpike — 84.9 mi, about 1h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fort Pierce, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Start on this road

85 ft · 8 sec · this road

Turn uturn onto US 1

254 ft · 18 sec · US Highway 1

Continue on US 1

0.3 mi · 53 sec · US Highway 1

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto CR 770

0.9 mi · 1 min · Delaware Avenue

Use the none lane.

Continue on CR 770

4.2 mi · 7 min · Okeechobee Road

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Use the left / uturn lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South Use the left lane.

Merge onto Florida's Turnpike

85 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Florida's Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 67 Toward Coconut Creek Parkway, Martin Luther King Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

251 ft · 15 sec

Toward East Martin Luther King Boulevard, Atlantic Boulevard

Turn left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Northwest 16th Avenue

Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Andrews Avenue

Turn left onto SR 814

497 ft · 16 sec · West Atlantic Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 95 South: Miami

Merge onto I 95

7.2 mi · 8 min · I 95

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 27 Toward SR 842: Broward Boulevard, Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto SR 842

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Broward Boulevard

Use the none / straight lanes.

Continue on SR 842

0.2 mi · 35 sec · East Broward Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

SR 842

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip with no mandatory stops, you have significant flexibility in your departure time. However, be aware that traffic patterns on major Florida arteries can shift quickly, so checking road conditions before you head out is a smart move. Because the route is dominated by a long 84.9-mile stretch on the Turnpike, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you merge onto the highway to avoid unnecessary deviations. With the total fuel cost sitting around $17, it is easy to factor this trip into a modest travel budget. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your own breaks whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs.

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 52 miles from Fort Pierce, FL, or about 1h 2m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.9 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52 miles or 1h 2m 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Lauderdale, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Fort Pierce, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Fort Pierce, FL

This is one driving day of about 104 miles and 2h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Pierce, 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.

The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 84.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 52 mi from Fort Pierce, FL · 1h 2m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pompano Beach, FL

52 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

Pompano Beach, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52 miles from Fort Pierce, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.9 miles.

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The final approach into Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, 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

$17.37 one way

$34.75 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$18.82	$37.64
premium	$4.90	$20.05	$40.09
diesel	$5.64	$23.11	$46.21

Estimated Tolls: $5.94

Florida's Turnpike (84.9 mi) $5.94

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

$17

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	31.2	$10.92	$4.99
Efficient EV	26	$9.10	$4.16
EV Truck/SUV	41.6	$14.56	$6.66

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Fort Pierce, FL

Afternoon in Fort Pierce on Sunday

Local time

4:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Afternoon in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday

Local time

4:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°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

4 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

2h 6m 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 Fort Pierce, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL covers 104 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, I 95, Okeechobee 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 52 miles from Fort Pierce, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.37 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.

Between Fort Pierce, FL and Fort Lauderdale, FL, road signs point toward Miami and Florida's Turnpike South.

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Trip from Fort Pierce, FL to Fort Lauderdale, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Fort Pierce, FL

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 6m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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