Origin
North Palm Beach, FL
Evening in North Palm Beach on Thursday
Local time
8:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Palm Beach, FL to Harlem, FL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
71.5 mi
115 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Palm Beach, FL
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Harlem, FL
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Trip Overview
This 71.5-mile drive from North Palm Beach to Harlem, Florida, will take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes, making it a perfect option for a single-day trip. You'll primarily travel on Southern Boulevard and FL 80 before connecting to Florida's Turnpike. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this is an economical journey. The route offers a mixed driving experience as you transition between different road types within the state of Florida. Given its manageable length and duration, this drive is well-suited for a spontaneous outing rather than requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.7 miles from North Palm Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 71.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience on this 71.5-mile route, with 35% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 31.8 miles along Southern Boulevard, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. As you progress, the road character will shift, moving from what is likely a more suburban or exurban feel on Southern Boulevard to potentially more rural or agricultural landscapes as you transition to FL 80 and the Turnpike. This mix means you'll experience both faster-paced sections and potentially slower, more local road segments.
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.
Southern Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 31.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
22 ft
13 ft
Total Climb
16 ft
Total Descent
10 ft
Highest Point
22 ft
~20.4 mi in
Elevation Range
9 ft
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 0.7 miles in near CR 809A / Northlake Boulevard.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.7 miles (CR 809A / Northlake Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
CR 809A / Northlake Boulevard
Turn right onto CR 809A / Northlake Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / uturn lanes.
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
Navigation decision point
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
8
5.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
5
5.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward US 98, FL 80: Southern Boulevard
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 97
Toward US 98, FL 80: Southern Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Palm Beach, FL and Harlem, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike North, Florida's Turnpike South, Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Florida's Turnpike Toll
5.2 mi in
|
~10m
Florida's Turnpike North
5.3 mi in
|
~10m
Florida's Turnpike South
5.3 mi in
|
~10m
Florida's Turnpike Toll South
5.4 mi in
|
~10m
Miami
5.4 mi in
|
~10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Boulevard | 31.8 mi | 41m |
| FL 80 | 16.2 mi | 21m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 8.1 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Northlake Boulevard | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| East Palm Beach Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Olympia Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| SR 811 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Boulevard
— 31.8 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Palm Beach, FL and Harlem, FL.
1
Start on SR 811
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 811
2
Turn right onto CR 809A
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Northlake Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
3
Turn left onto North Jog Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Jog Road
4
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
5
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
this road
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Florida's Turnpike South
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Miami
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 97
Toward US 98, FL 80: Southern Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Pike Road
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Pike Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto US 98; FL 80
32 mi
·
41 min
·
Southern Boulevard
Use the left / uturn lanes.
11
Turn left onto FL 15; FL 80
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on FL 80
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Palm Beach Road
13
Take the exit onto FL 80
16 mi
·
21 min
·
FL 80
14
Turn left onto Olympia Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Olympia Street
15
At end of road, turn right onto Georgia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork onto 7th Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
7th Street
17
Turn right onto Harlem Academy Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Harlem Academy Avenue
18
Turn right onto 10th Street
89 ft
·
3 sec
·
10th Street
19
Arrive at destination
10th Street
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 41-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and potentially avoid any mid-day traffic. Since it's a relatively short trip of 71.5 miles, you won't need to worry about splitting the journey. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $11, but it’s always wise to check your fuel gauge before departing, especially since the longest stretch without a significant change is over 31 miles. Keep an eye out for the transition onto Florida's Turnpike, as this will be your main highway segment for a portion of the trip.
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 35.7 miles from North Palm Beach, FL, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.8 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.7 miles or 49m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harlem, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North Palm Beach, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Palm Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 71.5 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from North Palm Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Southern Boulevard for about 31.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.7 mi from North Palm Beach, FL · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.7 miles from North Palm Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Harlem, FL
The final approach into Harlem, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.38 one way
$22.76 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $12.38 | $24.76 |
| premium | $4.72 | $13.30 | $26.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.79 | $31.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.57
Florida's Turnpike
(8.1 mi)
$0.57
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
$11
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.51 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Harlem, FL
Evening in Harlem on Thursday
Local time
8:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
13 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 41m 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 North Palm Beach, FL to Harlem, FL covers 71.5 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Boulevard, FL 80, Florida's Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.7 miles from North Palm Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.38 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.5 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.7 miles (CR 809A / Northlake Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between North Palm Beach, FL and Harlem, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Florida's Turnpike North, Florida's Turnpike South, Florida's Turnpike Toll South and Miami.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 13 ft to 22 ft elevation with about 16 ft of total climbing.
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