How far is Bradenton Beach, FL from Port Saint Lucie, FL?
The driving distance from Bradenton Beach, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is about 160.6 miles (258.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 144.9 miles (233.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 21m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bradenton Beach and Port Saint Lucie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bradenton Beach and Port Saint Lucie.
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Start on the route
25 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
11 m · 4 sec
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Turn left
11 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Gulf Drive North
112 m · 17 sec · Gulf Drive North
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Turn right onto Cortez Road West
8.4 mi · 16 min · Cortez Road West
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Turn slight right onto 44th Avenue
2207 ft · 46 sec · 44th Avenue
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Turn slight right onto 301 Boulevard East
1.1 mi · 2 min · 301 Boulevard East
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Continue on 15th Street East
1259 ft · 27 sec · 15th Street East
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Turn left onto 53rd Avenue East
5.3 mi · 9 min · 53rd Avenue East
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Turn straight onto State Road 70
4.2 mi · 6 min · State Road 70
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Continue straight
1081 ft · 21 sec
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Continue straight
29 mi · 40 min
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Continue straight
6.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn straight
89.8 mi · 1 hr 57 min
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Turn right onto West Midway Road
4.4 mi · 8 min · West Midway Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: West Palm Beach
2661 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Crosstown Parkway
1872 ft · 49 sec
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Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
4.3 mi · 8 min · Crosstown Parkway
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Turn right onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard
916 ft · 21 sec · Southeast Airoso Boulevard
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Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue
66 m · 9 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bradenton Beach and Port Saint Lucie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
89.8 mi · 01h 57m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Bradenton Beach and Sunny near Port Saint Lucie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bradenton Beach to Port Saint Lucie?
The road trip is about 160.6 miles (258.5 km) and usually takes 03h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Placid Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80 miles from Bradenton Beach and 80.6 miles from Port Saint Lucie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 144.9 miles (233.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:38 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.52 one way or $47.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bradenton Beach and Sunny near Port Saint Lucie.
Stop Ideas Near Placid Lakes
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bradenton Beach and Port Saint Lucie. Straight-line distance: 144.9 mi (233.19 km).
#1 Bradenton Beach
City in Manatee County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 1,273 |
| Coordinates | 27.4669800, -82.7039900 |
| Altitude | -3 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Port Saint Lucie
The second most populous city in St.
| Population | 209,715 |
| Coordinates | 27.2939300, -80.3503300 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southwest Carter Avenue (-80.350328, 27.294381)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $23.52 | $47.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $26.06 | $52.12 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $27.76 | $55.52 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $24.66 | $49.33 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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