Origin
Ormond Beach, FL
Morning in Ormond Beach on Thursday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ormond Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
100.3 mi
161 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ormond Beach, FL
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Palm Bay, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ormond Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL covers 100.3 miles and takes about 1h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, West Granada Boulevard, Palm Bay Road Northeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.9 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.2 miles from Ormond Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 100.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 56m highway drive covering 100.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and West Granada Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.9 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and West Granada Boulevard. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Granada Boulevard.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Ormond Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL is easy. At 1h 56m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Granada Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Granada Boulevard
Turn right onto West Granada Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
4.4 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the ramp toward FL 40 East: Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Daytona Beach
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward FL 40 East: Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Da...
5
4.7 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
95.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m 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
96 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 90.9 mi | 1h 38m |
| West Granada Boulevard | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 4.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 90.9 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ormond Beach, FL and Palm Bay, FL.
1
Start on this road
29 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Granada Boulevard
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
West Granada Boulevard
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward FL 40 East: Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Daytona Beach
4
Merge onto I 95
91 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 176
Toward CR 516: Palm Bay
Use the slight right lane.
6
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.
7
Turn straight onto CR 516
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
8
Arrive at destination
Palm Bay Road Northeast
Trip Plan
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 50.2 miles from Ormond Beach, FL, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.9 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.2 miles or 58m 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 32m
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 Ormond Beach, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ormond Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 100.3 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Ormond Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 90.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.2 mi from Ormond Beach, FL · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.2 miles from Ormond Beach, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.9 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.97 one way
$31.93 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $17.37 | $34.73 |
| premium | $4.72 | $18.65 | $37.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.14 | $44.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.1 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 | 30.1 | 0 | $10.53 | $4.81 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.04 | $6.42 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Morning in Palm Bay on Thursday
Local time
6:37 AM
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
15 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 56m 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 Ormond Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL covers 100.3 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, West Granada Boulevard, Palm Bay Road Northeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.2 miles from Ormond Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.97 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.
The drive from Ormond Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL is easy. At 1h 56m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Granada Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ormond Beach, FL to Palm Bay, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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