Skip to main content

Trip from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Roseland, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h

Distance

48.1 mi

77 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 56m ★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Roseland, FL, FL

Roseland, FL

Matt Fitz Gibaud

Trip Overview

Planning a quick trip from Port Saint Lucie to Roseland? This 48.1-mile journey takes about an hour, making it a perfect single-day excursion. You'll primarily travel on I-95, with portions on Roseland Road and Crosstown Parkway, keeping you on highways for most of the drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, it's an economical option for a short hop within Florida. This route is straightforward and efficient, ideal if you're looking for a no-fuss drive to your destination.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 48.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This route is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 82% of the drive taking place on major roadways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 35.2 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. While much of the drive is on the interstate, expect some transitions as you approach your destination. The character is generally fast-paced and direct, designed for covering ground efficiently rather than for leisurely sightseeing.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 35.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Roseland Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard

Turn left onto CR 615 / Southeast Airoso Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
4.3 mi into trip | ~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 | ~8m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
39.9 mi into trip | ~46m in

Take the exit toward CR 512: Fellsmere, Sebastian

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 156 Toward CR 512: Fellsmere, Sebastian
5
44 mi into trip | ~53m in | CR 505 / Roseland Road

Turn left onto CR 505 / Roseland Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Roseland, FL, road signs point toward Cr 512: Fellsmere and Sebastian.

Cr 512: Fellsmere

39.9 mi in | ~46m

Sebastian

39.9 mi in | ~46m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 35.2 mi 37m
Roseland Road 4.2 mi 7m
Crosstown Parkway 4.1 mi 7m
Fellsmere Road 2.1 mi 3m
Sebastian Boulevard 1.6 mi 2m
Southeast Airoso Boulevard 0.2 mi <1m
Southwest Carter Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 35.2 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Roseland, 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

35 mi · 37 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Exit 156 Toward CR 512: Fellsmere, Sebastian
7

Turn right onto CR 512

2.1 mi · 3 min · Fellsmere Road
8

Continue on CR 512

1.6 mi · 2 min · Sebastian Boulevard
9

Turn left onto CR 505

4.2 mi · 7 min · Roseland Road
Use the left lane.
10

Arrive at destination

CR 505

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 24.1 mi from Port Saint Lucie, FL · 29m into the drive

Downtown West Vero Corridor, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

West Vero Corridor, FL

24 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

White City, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Pierce, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 24.1 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Roseland, FL

The final approach into Roseland, 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

$7.66 one way

$15.31 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 17 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $8.33 $16.66
premium $4.72 $8.94 $17.89
diesel $5.61 $10.62 $21.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$8

Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 14.4 0 $5.05 $2.31
Efficient EV 12 0 $4.21 $1.92
EV Truck/SUV 19.2 0 $6.73 $3.08

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Late night in Port Saint Lucie on Saturday

Local time

1:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Roseland, FL

Late night in Roseland on Saturday

Local time

1:32 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 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 Roseland, FL covers 48.1 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, Roseland Road, Crosstown Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 24.1 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 $7.66 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 straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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.

Between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Roseland, FL, road signs point toward Cr 512: Fellsmere and Sebastian.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

Explore more options from Port Saint Lucie, FL or browse trips ending in Roseland, FL.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse FL road trips.