Origin
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Afternoon in Palm Beach Gardens on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Palm Beach Gardens, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL
Drive Time
45m
Distance
39.6 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Palm Beach Gardens to Port Saint Lucie, you are in for a quick 39.6-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate primarily through local roadways, including General Drive, Avenue of the Masters, and Avenue of the Champions, rather than relying on major interstate highways. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, this commute is highly economical for a quick transit between these two Florida locations. The route offers a straightforward connection, making it a convenient option for those looking to move between the regions without a complex travel plan.
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
19.8 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features a zero-percent highway share. Since there are no long, uninterrupted stretches on General Drive, you should remain focused on navigating various turns throughout the entire 45-minute duration. The road’s personality is defined by its local character, requiring constant engagement as you transition through the series of avenues. You won't find yourself settling into a long-distance highway rhythm here; instead, the drive maintains a steady, localized pace from start to finish. It is a practical path that prioritizes direct access over the speed of high-speed transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
General Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Palm Beach Gardens, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Palm Beach Gardens, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Avenue of the Masters | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Avenue of the Champions | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| PGA Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike Toll | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Florida's Turnpike North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Port Saint Lucie | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
General Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palm Beach Gardens, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on Diamond Head Way
509 ft
·
23 sec
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Diamond Head Way
2
Turn left onto General Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
General Drive
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Avenue of the Masters
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Avenue of the Masters
4
Turn right onto Avenue of the Champions
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Avenue of the Champions
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Avenue of the Champions
400 ft
·
18 sec
·
Avenue of the Champions
6
Exit the roundabout onto Avenue of the Champions
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Avenue of the Champions
7
Turn right onto PGA Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
PGA Boulevard
8
Take the ramp left toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Orlando, Miami
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike Toll, Orlando, Miami
9
Continue on Florida's Turnpike
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Florida's Turnpike
10
Keep slight left to continue on Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
11
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
34 mi
·
35 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
12
Take the exit slight right toward Port Saint Lucie
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Port Saint Lucie
13
Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
482 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
15
Turn left onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue
217 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 39.6-mile trip with zero planned stops, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily fit this transit into your schedule whenever it is most convenient, as there is no need to pace yourself for a long-haul journey. Since you are navigating local roads like the Avenue of the Champions, be prepared for frequent turns and keep a close eye on your navigation to stay on track. Budgeting $6 for fuel is sufficient for the round trip, but filling up before you leave Palm Beach Gardens will save you the trouble of searching for a station mid-drive. Use this route's simplicity to your advantage, keeping your itinerary light and adaptable to your personal needs.
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 19.8 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL, or about 22m into the drive.
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 39.6 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.8 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
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 Palm Beach Gardens, 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 Palm Beach Gardens, FL
This is one driving day of about 39.6 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Palm Beach Gardens, FL · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$6.62 one way
$13.23 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.17 | $14.33 |
| premium | $4.90 | $7.63 | $15.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.80 | $17.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
4:50 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
4 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
45m 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 Beach Gardens, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL covers 39.6 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are General Drive, Avenue of the Masters, Avenue of the Champions. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.62 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 Beach Gardens, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Palm Beach Gardens, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Palm Beach Gardens, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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