How far is De Leon Springs, FL from Port Saint Lucie, FL?
The driving distance from De Leon Springs, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in Brevard County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between De Leon Springs and Port Saint Lucie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Leon Springs and Port Saint Lucie.
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Start on Wheeler Street
97 m · 16 sec · Wheeler Street
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Turn right onto North US Highway 17
6.4 mi · 10 min · North US Highway 17
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Turn left onto East Plymouth Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Plymouth Avenue
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Continue on Blue Lake Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Blue Lake Avenue
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Turn left onto East New York Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · East New York Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on East New York Avenue
59 m · 5 sec · East New York Avenue
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Continue on East New York Avenue
38 m · 5 sec · East New York Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on East New York Avenue
8.8 mi · 12 min · East New York Avenue
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Continue on State Road 44
8.3 mi · 10 min · State Road 44
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Miami
2252 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
128.3 mi · 2 hr 17 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 De Leon Springs and Port Saint Lucie.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 95 South
Merge slight left
128 mi · 02h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving De Leon Springs and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Port Saint Lucie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from De Leon Springs to Port Saint Lucie?
The road trip is about 162.1 miles (260.8 km) and usually takes 02h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rockledge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 80.5 miles from De Leon Springs and 81.6 miles from Port Saint Lucie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.2 miles (225.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.73 one way or $47.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around De Leon Springs and Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Port Saint Lucie.
Stop Ideas Near Rockledge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rockledge.
Kissimmee
Winter Park
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Sanford
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between De Leon Springs and Port Saint Lucie. Straight-line distance: 140.15 mi (225.55 km).
#1 De Leon Springs
Census-designated place in Volusia County, Florida
| Population | 2,614 |
| Coordinates | 29.1198900, -81.3528600 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| 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: 261 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 01m |
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 | $23.73 | $47.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $26.29 | $52.58 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $28.01 | $56.01 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $24.88 | $49.76 |
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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