How far is Gifford, FL from Port Saint Lucie, FL?

Fastest route

The route from Gifford, Florida, USA to Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA is approximately 35.8 miles long and takes about 46 minutes via I-95 S. The best route is recommended based on current traffic conditions.

Directions

  1. Start by heading south on Co Rd 5A toward 45th St.
  2. Continue onto Johnston Rd.
  3. Take I-95 S and follow it until you reach Crosstown Pkwy in Port St. Lucie. Take exit 120 from I-95 S.
  4. Use the right two lanes to turn right onto FL-614.
  5. Turn left to merge onto I-95 S.
  6. Take exit 120 for Crosstown Pkwy E.
  7. Follow Crosstown Pkwy and SW Cameo Blvd to SW Port St Lucie Blvd.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your departure time to avoid rush hour traffic, if possible.
  • ⚠️ Keep an eye on current traffic conditions for any unexpected delays or road closures.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 📱 Use a GPS navigation system or a map application on your smartphone for real-time directions.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and signs for a safe and smooth journey.
  • 📝 Take note of any alternate routes in case of roadblocks or heavy congestion.
  • 🕑 Allow for extra time in case of unforeseen circumstances along the way.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
35.62 mi
00h 47m
Flight
26.59 mi
42.8 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
26.59 mi
Kilometers
42.8 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
35.62 mi
Kilometers
57.32 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Port Saint Lucie
Tue, May 5, 4:46 AM EDT
Return by in Gifford
Tue, May 5, 5:33 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gifford
2026-05-05T03:59
Arrive Port Saint Lucie
Tue, May 5, 4:46 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gifford
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Fort Pierce
FL

The most populous city in St.

From Gifford
16.8 mi
00h 23m
To Port Saint Lucie
18.9 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
82°F
Tuesday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph E
Destination
84°F
Tuesday

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gifford and Port Saint Lucie.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gifford and Port Saint Lucie.

  1. 1

    Start on Old Dixie Highway

    37 m · 6 sec · Old Dixie Highway

  2. 2

    Turn left onto 45th Street

    2911 ft · 1 min · 45th Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Indian River Boulevard

    5.1 mi · 9 min · Indian River Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn left onto US Highway 1

    3.7 mi · 6 min · US Highway 1

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on Turnpike Feeder Road

    3 mi · 4 min · Turnpike Feeder Road

  6. 6

    Continue on North Kings Highway

    5.2 mi · 8 min · North Kings Highway

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Orange Avenue

    115 m · 17 sec · Orange Avenue

  8. 8

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: West Palm Beach

    2962 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    10.4 mi · 11 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Crosstown Parkway

    1872 ft · 49 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway

    4.3 mi · 8 min · Crosstown Parkway

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard

    916 ft · 21 sec · Southeast Airoso Boulevard

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Southwest Carter Avenue

    66 m · 9 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gifford and Port Saint Lucie.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
14 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
39.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 95 South
10.9 mi · 31%
North Kings Highway
5.22 mi · 15%
Indian River Boulevard
5.08 mi · 14%
Crosstown Parkway
4.62 mi · 13%
US Highway 1
3.75 mi · 11%
Turnpike Feeder Road
2.96 mi · 8%
Longest Stretch

I 95 South

Merge slight left

10.4 mi · 00h 11m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9 mi
26.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fort Pierce
00h 23m from Gifford
Leave By
4:56 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Gifford and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Port Saint Lucie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gifford to Port Saint Lucie?

The road trip is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?

Fort Pierce is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Gifford and 18.9 miles from Port Saint Lucie.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:56 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.23 one way or $10.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Gifford and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Port Saint Lucie.

Stop Ideas Near Fort Pierce

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Fort Pierce, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fort Pierce.

RAIL

Okeechobee

54 mi away
801 North Parrott Avenue
RAIL

West Palm Beach

86 mi away
201 South Tamarind Ave
RAIL

Sebring

110 mi away
601 East Center St
RAIL

Delray Beach

113 mi away
345 South Congress Ave

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gifford and Port Saint Lucie. Straight-line distance: 26.59 mi (42.8 km).

Gifford

#1 Gifford

Census-designated place in Indian River County, Florida

Population9,590
Coordinates27.6753100, -80.4092200
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Port Saint Lucie

#2 Port Saint Lucie

The second most populous city in St.

Population209,715
Coordinates27.2939300, -80.3503300
Altitude5
CountryUnited States
Start: Old Dixie Highway (-80.40936, 27.675275)
End: Southwest Carter Avenue (-80.350328, 27.294381)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 57 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 11m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 53m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 35m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 30m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.26 gal
4.76 L · about $5.23
Round trip
$10.45
2.52 gal · 9.52 L
Estimated CO2
11.2 kg one way
Round trip: 22.4 kg / 49 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $5.23 $10.45
Mid-grade $4.60 $5.79 $11.58
Premium $4.90 $6.17 $12.34
Diesel $4.35 $5.48 $10.96

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Florida · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Gifford and Port Saint Lucie. The current time is 03:59:26.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.