Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Afternoon in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Bartow, FL
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
116 mi
187 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Bartow, FL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Port Saint Lucie to Bartow, you are looking at a straightforward 116-mile journey across Florida. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $19, the trip is quite economical for those looking to traverse the state without an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize Florida's Turnpike and FL 60 to navigate between these two points. Since the drive is relatively short and highway-focused, you can easily complete it in a single push without needing to break the trip into multiple days.
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
58 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 116-mile route is heavily reliant on major thoroughfares, with 95% of your travel taking place on highways. You can expect a consistent, fast-paced experience rather than a winding backroad adventure. A significant portion of your time will be spent on FL 60, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 60.7 miles. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the pace remains steady and predictable for the duration of your transit. Navigating the transition from Southeast Airoso Boulevard onto the larger highway systems defines the initial feel of the drive before you settle into the longer, sustained stretches.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
FL 60 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 60 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 116 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 right at fork toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
6
53 mi into trip
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~59m in
Take the exit toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
6
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 60 | 60.7 mi | 1h 17m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 49.6 mi | 53m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Flamingo Drive | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Bayshore Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Carter Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
FL 60
— 60.7 mi, about 1h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Bartow, FL.
1
Start on Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
11 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 615
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
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 right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
50 mi
·
53 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 193
Toward US 441, FL 60: Yeehaw Junction
9
Keep slight right at fork
245 ft
·
6 sec
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto FL 60
61 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
·
FL 60
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit onto Flamingo Drive
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Flamingo Drive
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2 hour and 22 minute travel time, plan your departure to avoid peak congestion on the major highways. Since there are no mandatory stops included in this route, you have the flexibility to power through or pull over as your schedule permits. Keep in mind that with nearly the entire route consisting of highway driving, it is wise to fuel up before hitting the Turnpike to avoid higher station prices. Given the 60.7-mile stretch on FL 60, ensure you have water and snacks within reach since you will be on the road for a significant block of time before your next major turn. Having this flexibility is a major advantage for such a manageable, direct route.
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 58 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.7 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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58 miles or 1h 7m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartow, 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 116 miles and 2h 22m.
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 FL 60 for about 60.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58 mi from Port Saint Lucie, FL · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 58 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 FL 60 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.7 miles.
Arriving in Bartow, FL
The final approach into Bartow, 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 Bartow, 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
$19.38 one way
$38.75 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $20.99 | $41.98 |
| premium | $4.90 | $22.36 | $44.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.77 | $51.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.47
Florida's Turnpike
(49.6 mi)
$3.47
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
$19
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.8 | 0 | $12.18 | $5.57 |
| Efficient EV | 29 | 0 | $10.15 | $4.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.4 | 0 | $16.24 | $7.42 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Bartow, FL
Afternoon in Bartow on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
1 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
2h 22m 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 Bartow, FL covers 116 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are FL 60, Florida's Turnpike, 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 58 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 $19.38 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 is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 116 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 Bartow, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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