Origin
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Late night in Port Saint Lucie on Saturday
Local time
1:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Deerfield Beach, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
77 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deerfield Beach, FL
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Trip Overview
Port Saint Lucie to Deerfield Beach is 77 miles and takes about 1 hour 32 minutes via I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within the state of Florida, moving south from the Port Saint Lucie region to the Deerfield Beach area. Expect a mostly highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward journey. With no scheduled stops in the data, this route is ideal for those who prefer to get from point A to point B efficiently, though you'll have plenty of daylight to add your own breaks. It's a practical option for a quick drive between these two Florida locales.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.5 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 77 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 91% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 43.8 miles on I 95, suggesting extended periods of consistent highway travel. Southeast Airoso Boulevard also features on this path, likely serving as an approach or exit road. The character is less about winding scenic byways and more about covering ground efficiently on well-maintained freeways. Prepare for a driving experience where speed and directness are key.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 43.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
3.1 mi into trip
|
~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
7
30.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward FL 706: Jupiter
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 116
Toward FL 706: Jupiter
7
75.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward SR 810: Hillsboro Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 42
Toward SR 810: Hillsboro Boulevard
7
75.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 810 East: Deerfield Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward SR 810 East: Deerfield Beach
7
77 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
Southeast 2nd Avenue
Turn left onto Southeast 2nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 43.8 mi | 50m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 26.6 mi | 28m |
| Southeast Airoso Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Hillsboro Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Hillsboro Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Bayshore Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Indiantown Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 43.8 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie, FL and Deerfield Beach, 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
3
Turn right onto FL 716
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
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
27 mi
·
28 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 116
Toward FL 706: Jupiter
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto FL 706
499 ft
·
19 sec
·
Indiantown Road
10
Take the ramp
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: West Palm Beach
11
Merge onto I 95
37 mi
·
42 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 42
Toward SR 810: Hillsboro Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward SR 810 East: Deerfield Beach
Use the slight left lane.
15
Turn straight onto SR 810
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hillsboro Boulevard
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on SR 810
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Hillsboro Boulevard
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Southeast 2nd Avenue
26 ft
·
0 sec
·
Southeast 2nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
Southeast 2nd Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 32 minutes, this trip from Port Saint Lucie to Deerfield Beach offers considerable flexibility. You could easily depart in the morning and arrive well before lunch, or even head out in the afternoon. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, planning your gas stops is straightforward. Keep an eye on I 95 for potential traffic, especially as you approach more populated areas closer to Deerfield Beach. Since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 43.8 miles, you have ample opportunity to pull off for a quick break if needed, though none are specifically recommended on this data set.
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 38.5 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.8 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.5 miles or 46m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deerfield Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Port Saint Lucie, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Saint Lucie, FL
This is one driving day of about 77 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 43.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from Port Saint Lucie, FL · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Port Saint Lucie, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Deerfield Beach, FL
The final approach into Deerfield Beach, 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
$12.26 one way
$24.51 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $13.33 | $26.67 |
| premium | $4.72 | $14.32 | $28.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.00 | $34.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.86
Florida's Turnpike
(26.6 mi)
$1.86
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
$12
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.70 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.78 | $4.93 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Deerfield Beach, FL
Late night in Deerfield Beach on Saturday
Local time
1:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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 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 32m 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 Deerfield Beach, FL covers 77 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, 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 38.5 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 $12.26 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 77 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Deerfield Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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.
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