Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Afternoon in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Avon Park, FL
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
95.5 mi
154 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Avon Park, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head inland from Port Saint Lucie to Avon Park, expect a straightforward 95.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. This trip is ideally suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is manageable without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize Florida’s Turnpike to bridge the gap between the coast and the interior. Budgeting roughly $16 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since the route remains entirely within Florida, you will notice a transition from the coastal environment of Port Saint Lucie to the inland landscape surrounding Avon Park.
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
47.7 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 92% of this trip is spent on high-speed roads. Your journey is dominated by an 87.7-mile stretch on Florida’s Turnpike, which keeps the pace consistent and efficient. While you will utilize Southeast Airoso Boulevard and Griffin Road to navigate to and from the main arteries, the vast majority of your time behind the wheel will be spent cruising on the Turnpike. This makes for a predictable, steady drive rather than a winding or technical back-road adventure. You can anticipate a reliable, high-speed transit that gets you to your destination with minimal interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 87.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Florida's Turnpike and Griffin Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 95.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Turn right onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Turn right onto FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
5
3.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
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Florida's Turnpike
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
91.3 mi into trip
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~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward SR 818: Griffin Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53
Toward SR 818: Griffin Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Florida's Turnpike | 87.7 mi | 1h 36m |
| Griffin Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 27th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Bayshore Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Carter Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Florida's Turnpike
— 87.7 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Avon Park, FL.
1
Start on Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
11 sec
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Southwest Carter Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 615
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Southwest Bayshore Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
88 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Exit 53
Toward SR 818: Griffin Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto SR 818
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Griffin Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
10
Turn slight left
107 ft
·
4 sec
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto Southwest 27th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
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Southwest 27th Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Southwest 27th Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive is under two hours, you have significant flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing to plan for long breaks. Keep in mind that the heavy reliance on the Turnpike means you should have your toll payment method ready before you head out. Prioritize fueling up before hitting the highway to ensure you stay within your $16 fuel budget throughout the 95.5-mile trek. Checking local traffic reports for the Turnpike before you leave Port Saint Lucie will help ensure your travel time stays as close to the 1-hour and 52-minute estimate as possible.
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 47.7 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 87.7 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.7 miles or 55m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Avon Park, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Port Saint Lucie, 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 Port Saint Lucie, FL
This is one driving day of about 95.5 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Port Saint Lucie, 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.
The longest stretch is on Florida's Turnpike for about 87.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.7 mi from Port Saint Lucie, FL · 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.7 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Florida's Turnpike if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 87.7 miles.
Arriving in Avon Park, FL
The final approach into Avon Park, 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 Avon Park, 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
$15.95 one way
$31.91 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $17.28 | $34.56 |
| premium | $4.90 | $18.41 | $36.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.22 | $42.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.14
Florida's Turnpike
(87.7 mi)
$6.14
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
$16
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.03 | $4.58 |
| Efficient EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.37 | $6.11 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% 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
Avon Park, FL
Afternoon in Avon Park on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
6 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 52m 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 Port Saint Lucie, FL to Avon Park, FL covers 95.5 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Florida's Turnpike, Griffin Road, Southeast Airoso Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.7 miles from Port Saint Lucie, 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 95.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (FL 716 / Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Avon Park, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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