Origin
Leesburg, FL
Afternoon in Leesburg on Friday
Local time
1:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Leesburg, FL to Palm Bay, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
109.2 mi
176 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leesburg, FL
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Palm Bay, FL
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Leesburg, FL to Palm Bay, FL? This drive covers 109.2 miles and should take about 2 hours and 19 minutes. It's a straightforward journey, best suited as a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking overnight stays. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, it's an economical option for getting between these two Florida locations. The route primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike, offering a predictable and efficient path south. You'll find this drive to be a convenient way to connect central Florida with the state's Atlantic coast.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.6 miles from Leesburg, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 109.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 43% on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Florida's Turnpike, Bronson Highway, and South 14th Street. The longest uninterrupted segment is 40.8 miles along Florida's Turnpike, providing a good opportunity for steady progress. Expect a blend of faster highway travel and more localized road conditions as you make your way from the interior of Florida towards the coast. The character of the drive shifts subtly, moving from more open highway to areas with more local traffic.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 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 40.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near FL 44 / West Dixie Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 109.2 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: at 0.3 miles (FL 44 / West Dixie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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FL 44 / West Dixie Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto FL 44 / West Dixie Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud
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 244
Toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud
6
56.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud,...
7
104.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m 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
104.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m 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.
Between Leesburg, FL and Palm Bay, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South: Orlando, Us 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud and Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital.
Florida's Turnpike South: Orlando
14 mi in
|
~21m
Us 441: Kissimmee
55.6 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Saint Cloud
55.6 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital
56.1 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 40.8 mi | 43m |
| Bronson Highway | 37.2 mi | 46m |
| South 14th Street | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| I 95 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| US 192 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| 13th Street | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 40.8 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leesburg, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on South 6th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South 6th Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto FL 44
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Dixie Avenue
3
Turn left onto US 27
13 mi
·
18 min
·
South 14th Street
4
Turn left
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike South: Orlando
5
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
41 mi
·
43 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 244
Toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
177 ft
·
6 sec
Toward US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital
8
Turn left onto US 192; US 441
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Bronson Highway
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on US 192; US 441
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
10
Continue on US 192; US 441
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
13th Street
11
Continue on US 192; US 441
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
12
Continue on US 192; US 441
34 mi
·
40 min
·
Bronson Highway
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on US 192
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 192
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Miami
15
Merge onto I 95
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on this road
99 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
Use the left / right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto CR 516
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Trip Plan
For this relatively short, 2-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Palm Bay with ample time to settle in. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 40.8 miles on Florida's Turnpike, to ensure a smooth journey. The modest $17 fuel cost means you likely won't need to make frequent fuel 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 54.6 miles from Leesburg, FL, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.8 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 24 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.6 miles or 1h 5m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Palm Bay, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, FL
This is one driving day of about 109.2 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Leesburg, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 40.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.6 mi from Leesburg, FL · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.6 miles from Leesburg, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Palm Bay, 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
$17.38 one way
$34.76 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $18.91 | $37.82 |
| premium | $4.72 | $20.31 | $40.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.11 | $48.22 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.85
Florida's Turnpike
(40.8 mi)
$2.85
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
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.47 | $5.24 |
| Efficient EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.56 | $4.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.7 | 0 | $15.29 | $6.99 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Palm Bay on Friday
Local time
1:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°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
17 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 19m 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 Leesburg, FL to Palm Bay, FL covers 109.2 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Bronson Highway, South 14th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.6 miles from Leesburg, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.38 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 12 significant decision points across 109.2 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: at 0.3 miles (FL 44 / West Dixie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Leesburg, FL and Palm Bay, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike South: Orlando, Us 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud and Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital.
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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