Origin
Palm Bay, FL
Evening in Palm Bay on Thursday
Local time
6:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palm Bay, FL to Ormond Beach, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 56m
Distance
100.2 mi
161 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Palm Bay, FL
Hetvi Patel
Ormond Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Palm Bay, FL to Ormond Beach, FL covers 100.2 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, 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 $15.95 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
50.1 miles from Palm Bay, 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: 100.2 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 100.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and 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 9 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 Granada Boulevard. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Palm Bay, FL to Ormond Beach, 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: at 4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Navigation decision point
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
95.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
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 268
Toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
6
95.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
FL 40 / Granada Boulevard
Turn right onto FL 40 / Granada Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
99.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
North Ridgewood Avenue
Turn left onto North Ridgewood Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 90.9 mi | 1h 38m |
| Granada Boulevard | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Palm Bay Road Northeast | 4 mi | 7m |
| New Britain Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Ridgewood Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 90.9 mi, about 1h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Bay, FL and Ormond Beach, FL.
1
Start on Palm Bay Road Northeast
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Palm Bay Road Northeast
2
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
3
Merge onto I 95
91 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 268
Toward FL 40: Ormond Beach, Ocala
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn right onto FL 40
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Granada Boulevard
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto North Ridgewood Avenue
261 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Ridgewood Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto New Britain Avenue
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
New Britain Avenue
8
Turn right
192 ft
·
14 sec
9
Arrive at destination
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 50.1 miles from Palm Bay, 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 50.1 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 Ormond Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Palm Bay, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Palm Bay, FL
This is one driving day of about 100.2 miles and 1h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Palm Bay, 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 50.1 mi from Palm Bay, 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 50.1 miles from Palm Bay, 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 Ormond Beach, FL
The final approach into Ormond Beach, 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
$15.95 one way
$31.90 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $17.35 | $34.70 |
| premium | $4.72 | $18.63 | $37.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.12 | $44.25 |
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 | $10.52 | $4.81 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.77 | $4.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.1 | 0 | $14.03 | $6.41 |
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
Ormond Beach, FL
Evening in Ormond Beach on Thursday
Local time
6:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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 cooler 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 Palm Bay, FL to Ormond Beach, FL covers 100.2 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, 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 50.1 miles from Palm Bay, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.95 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 Palm Bay, FL to Ormond Beach, FL is easy. At 1h 56m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Palm Bay, FL to Ormond Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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