Origin
Rotonda West, FL
Night in Rotonda West on Sunday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rotonda West, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL
Drive Time
3h 32m
Distance
147.9 mi
238 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 20m
★
6 AM
3h 32m
8 AM
3h 57m
10 AM
3h 41m
12 PM
3h 38m
3 PM
3h 42m
5 PM
3h 56m
8 PM
3h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rotonda West, FL
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Trip Overview
Spanning 147.6 miles across Florida, this trip from Rotonda West to Port Saint Lucie is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 54 minutes to complete. Because the route is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $24 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. While you will navigate away from the Rotonda area, you remain within the same state throughout the transit. Planning for one dedicated stop along the way will help keep your energy levels up during the nearly three-hour drive. Overall, this is a manageable trek that allows you to reach your destination on the Atlantic coast without a major time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.9 miles from Rotonda West, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you navigate your way out of the starting area. You will rely on Golfview Terrace, Golfview Road, and Rotonda Circle to get your journey underway, as this route features a 0% highway share. Because there is no highway travel, you won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches of road; in fact, the longest stretch on Golfview Terrace is 0 miles. This creates a more technical, hands-on driving profile that requires your full attention compared to a standard interstate cruise. Be prepared for a consistent series of turns and local road transitions that define the character of this trip from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
FL 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on FL 70 and Kings Highway. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Golfview Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.1 miles (Golfview Road): Navigation decision point; at 138.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 143 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Golfview Road
Turn left onto Golfview Road
Navigation decision point
5
138.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
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I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
143 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
Take the exit toward Crosstown Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 120
Toward Crosstown Parkway
5
143.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
|
Crosstown Parkway
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
147.8 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
|
Southwest Carter Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FL 70 | 90.9 mi | 1h 58m |
| Kings Highway | 14.7 mi | 25m |
| South McCall Road | 11.2 mi | 15m |
| Veterans Boulevard | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| I 95 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| NW Highway 72 | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| West Midway Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Crosstown Parkway | 4.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
FL 70
— 90.9 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rotonda West, FL and Port Saint Lucie, FL.
1
Start on Golfview Place
143 ft
·
11 sec
·
Golfview Place
2
Turn left onto Golfview Terrace
516 ft
·
27 sec
·
Golfview Terrace
3
Turn left onto Golfview Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Golfview Road
4
Turn right onto Rotonda Circle
2.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Rotonda Circle
5
Turn left onto Rotonda Boulevard North
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Rotonda Boulevard North
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on Sunnybrook Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Sunnybrook Boulevard
7
Turn right onto FL 776
11 mi
·
15 min
·
South McCall Road
8
Continue on Veterans Boulevard
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Veterans Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto CR 769
15 mi
·
25 min
·
Kings Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn right onto FL 72
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
NW Highway 72
11
At end of road, turn right onto FL 70
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
FL 70
12
Turn straight onto FL 70
90 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
FL 70
13
Turn right onto CR 712
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
West Midway Road
14
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: West Palm Beach
15
Merge onto I 95
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 120
Toward Crosstown Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosstown Parkway
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto CR 615
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
19
Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue
215 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southwest Carter Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Southwest Carter Avenue
Trip Plan
To ensure a smooth trip, aim to depart during daylight hours to better manage the frequent turns and local road navigation. Since the total duration is under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave when it best suits your personal routine. Make sure to factor in your single planned stop early, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be moving at a steadier, local pace throughout the entire 147.6 miles. Keep your GPS handy and updated, as the reliance on local roads like Rotonda Circle makes clear navigation essential. If you find yourself needing a break, look for safe pull-off points well before you reach the more congested areas near your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.9 miles from Rotonda West, FL, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.9 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 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.9 miles or 1h 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Saint Lucie, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rotonda West, 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 Rotonda West, FL
This is one driving day of about 147.9 miles and 3h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rotonda West, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on FL 70 for about 90.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.9 mi from Rotonda West, FL · 1h 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 73.9 miles from Rotonda West, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before FL 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.9 miles.
Arriving in Port Saint Lucie, FL
The final approach into Port Saint Lucie, 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 Port Saint Lucie, 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
$24.71 one way
$49.41 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $26.76 | $53.52 |
| premium | $4.90 | $28.51 | $57.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.86 | $65.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.71 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Night in Port Saint Lucie on Sunday
Local time
9:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
2 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
3h 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 Rotonda West, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL covers 147.9 miles and takes about 3h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are FL 70, Kings Highway, South McCall Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.9 miles from Rotonda West, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.1 miles (Golfview Road): Navigation decision point; at 138.1 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 143 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rotonda West, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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