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 Okeechobee County, FL
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
49.2 mi
79 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Okeechobee County, FL
Arian Fernandez
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from the coastal environment of Port Saint Lucie to the inland landscape of Okeechobee County, this 49.2-mile trip is an ideal day excursion. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 12 minutes behind the wheel, making it a very manageable trek for a single day. You will primarily navigate via Okeechobee Road, I-95, and West Midway Road to complete the journey. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is as economical as it is straightforward. Since the entire route stays within Florida, you won't deal with state-line complexities, allowing you to focus on the shift from the Atlantic coast toward the interior regions of the state.
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
24.6 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-focused drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Only 20% of this route takes place on major highways, so you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 15.7-mile segment on Okeechobee Road, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because the route is defined by frequent turns, it lacks the repetitive feel of long-distance highway travel. You will experience a blend of road types that keeps the drive engaging as you transition between the coastal urban areas and the more rural stretches toward Okeechobee County.
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.
Okeechobee Road is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 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
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.2 miles you will encounter 11 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): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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 left onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
4.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
5
4.7 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward CR 712: Midway Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 126
Toward CR 712: Midway Road
7
30.7 mi into trip
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~43m in
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Northeast 128th Avenue
Turn sharp right onto Northeast 128th Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Okeechobee Road | 15.7 mi | 19m |
| I 95 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| West Midway Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Northwest 160th Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Northeast 120th Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| Northeast 128th Avenue | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Crosstown Parkway | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Northeast 144th Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Okeechobee Road
— 15.7 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Okeechobee County, FL.
1
Start on Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 615
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosstown Parkway
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 126
Toward CR 712: Midway Road
7
Keep slight left at fork
407 ft
·
12 sec
Toward CR 712: Midway Road
8
Turn straight onto CR 712
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
West Midway Road
9
Turn left onto FL 70
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Okeechobee Road
Use the none lane.
10
Turn sharp right onto Northeast 128th Avenue
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Northeast 128th Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto Northeast 120th Street
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Northeast 120th Street
12
Continue on Northeast 56th Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 56th Avenue
13
Continue on Dark Hammock Road
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Dark Hammock Road
14
Continue on Northeast 144th Street
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast 144th Street
15
Turn right onto US 441
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 441
16
Turn left onto CR 68
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest 160th Street
17
Arrive at destination
CR 68
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 49.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule to avoid peak local traffic. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the entire 1 hour and 12-minute drive without needing to pull over for rest. However, given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert for directional changes rather than relying solely on cruise control. Keep your fuel level in mind despite the low $8 cost, as local roads may offer fewer service stations than the interstate. Your best strategy is to plan your route ahead of time to account for the specific turns on West Midway Road and Okeechobee Road before you head out.
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 24.6 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 49.2 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.6 miles or 35m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Okeechobee County, 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 49.2 miles and 1h 12m.
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 Okeechobee Road for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.6 mi from Port Saint Lucie, FL · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Okeechobee County, FL
The final approach into Okeechobee County, 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 Okeechobee County, 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
$8.22 one way
$16.44 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $8.90 | $17.80 |
| premium | $4.90 | $9.48 | $18.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.89 | $3.15 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Okeechobee County, FL
Afternoon in Okeechobee County on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
1h 12m 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 Okeechobee County, FL covers 49.2 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Okeechobee Road, I 95, West Midway Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.6 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 $8.22 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 49.2 miles you will encounter 11 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): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Okeechobee County, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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