Origin
Kendall, FL
Evening in Kendall on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kendall, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
127.5 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
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6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kendall, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head north from Kendall to Port Saint Lucie, you are looking at a straightforward 127.5-mile journey. Under normal traffic conditions, this drive typically takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $21 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for a quick getaway. Since the entire route takes place within Florida, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the Miami-Dade area toward the Treasure Coast. Overall, it is a convenient, highway-reliant route that gets you to your destination efficiently.
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
63.7 miles from Kendall, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 87% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will rely heavily on Florida's Turnpike, including the Homestead Extension, to navigate the distance. Expect a fast-paced experience, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 95.2 miles along the Turnpike. While the use of Express Lanes can help manage your time, the character of the road remains consistent and functional rather than scenic. You should prepare for a steady, high-speed pace as you move through the suburban corridors of South Florida into the slightly more open stretches leading toward Port Saint Lucie.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 95.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Express Lanes. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Southwest 98th Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 127.5 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 (Southwest 98th Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Southwest 98th Street
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest 98th Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
18.1 mi into trip
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~23m in
Take the exit toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Gardens Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Ga...
8
19.9 mi into trip
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~25m in
Take the exit toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando
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 5
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Fort Laud...
8
27.9 mi into trip
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~34m in
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Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
7
124.1 mi into trip
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~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward Port Saint Lucie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
Towns Along This Route
Between Kendall, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando.
Florida's Turnpike Toll North
19.9 mi in
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~25m
Fort Lauderdale
19.9 mi in
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~25m
Orlando
19.9 mi in
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~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 95.2 mi | 1h 46m |
| Express Lanes | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike | 8 mi | 8m |
| Palmetto Expressway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| I 75 | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Dixie Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 95.2 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kendall, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on US 1
12 ft
·
2 sec
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South Dixie Highway
2
Turn right
113 ft
·
10 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto Southwest 98th Street
109 ft
·
5 sec
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Southwest 98th Street
4
Turn left onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
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South Dixie Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto Dadeland Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Dadeland Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left onto SR 94
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Southwest 88th Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward SR 826 North
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto SR 826
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Palmetto Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Lanes
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Express Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Toward SR 860: Northwest 186th Street, Miami Gardens Drive
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 5
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
7.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike Toll North
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
15
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
95 mi
·
1 hr 46 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142
Toward Port Saint Lucie
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
483 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
18
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto CR 615
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
20
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 29-minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid the peak congestion often found on the Turnpike's busiest segments. Because this is a direct, highway-heavy route with zero designated stops, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you merge onto the Homestead Extension to avoid unnecessary detours. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the lack of required stops allows you to set your own pace and arrive in Port Saint Lucie exactly when you need to be there. Keep a close eye on the overhead signage for Express Lanes, as utilizing these can significantly streamline your travel time during high-traffic periods.
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 63.7 miles from Kendall, FL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.2 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 63.7 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h
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 Kendall, 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 Kendall, FL
This is one driving day of about 127.5 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kendall, 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 95.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.7 mi from Kendall, FL · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 63.7 miles from Kendall, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.2 miles.
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
$21.30 one way
$42.60 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.07 | $46.14 |
| premium | $4.90 | $24.58 | $49.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.33 | $56.65 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.15
Florida's Turnpike
(95.2 mi)
$6.67
Homestead Extension
(8 mi)
$0.48
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
$21
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.39 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Evening in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
6:02 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
2h 29m 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 Kendall, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL covers 127.5 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Express Lanes, Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.7 miles from Kendall, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.30 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 demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 127.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Southwest 98th Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kendall, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando.
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