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

The driving distance from Homestead, FL to Port Saint Lucie, FL is about 150.4 miles (242 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 126.3 miles (203.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 38m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
150.4 mi
02h 19m
Flight
126.36 mi
203.35 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
126.36 mi
Kilometers
203.35 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
150.4 mi
Kilometers
242.04 km
Drive Time
02h 19m

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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 02h 19m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Port Saint Lucie
Tue, May 5, 1:42 AM EDT
Return by in Homestead
Tue, May 5, 4:01 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Homestead
2026-05-04T23:23
Arrive Port Saint Lucie
Tue, May 5, 1:42 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 19m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:19 AM to 12:19 PM EDT

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

Leave by
1:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Homestead
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
Boca Pointe
FL

Census-designated place in Palm Beach County, Florida

From Homestead
73.9 mi
01h 09m
To Port Saint Lucie
76.5 mi
01h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
83°F
Monday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph N
Destination
80°F
Monday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Mon, May 4 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 15 mph NE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Southwest 177th Avenue

    930 ft · 34 sec · Southwest 177th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Southeast 4th Street

    970 ft · 33 sec · Southeast 4th Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Homestead Boulevard

    1371 ft · 28 sec · South Homestead Boulevard

  4. 4

    Continue on South Dixie Highway

    3254 ft · 1 min · South Dixie Highway

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight left toward Miami, Orlando

    38 m · 7 sec

  6. 6

    Turn left onto Miami, Orlando

    1015 ft · 22 sec

  7. 7

    Continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

    13.2 mi · 16 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

    3.6 mi · 5 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

    2.5 mi · 3 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

    27.1 mi · 30 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

    1 mi · 1 min · Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike

    95.2 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Florida's Turnpike

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Port Saint Lucie

    1.3 km · 2 min

  14. 14

    Continue on Southwest Bayshore Boulevard

    147 m · 15 sec · Southwest Bayshore Boulevard

  15. 15

    Turn right onto Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard

    1.4 km · 2 min · Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Southeast Airoso Boulevard

  17. 17

    Turn left onto Southwest Carter Avenue

    66 m · 9 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Homestead 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
18 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
12 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Florida's Turnpike
96 mi · 64%
Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
47.4 mi · 32%
Southeast Airoso Boulevard
1.57 mi · 1%
Southwest Port Saint Lucie Boulevard
0.84 mi · 1%
South Dixie Highway
0.62 mi
South Homestead Boulevard
0.26 mi
Longest Stretch

Florida's Turnpike

Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike

95.2 mi · 01h 46m

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
02h 19m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.1 mi
126.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Boca Pointe
01h 09m from Homestead
Leave By
1:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Homestead and Chance Rain Showers near Port Saint Lucie.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 150.4 miles (242 km) and usually takes 02h 19m 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?

Boca Pointe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.9 miles from Homestead and 76.5 miles from Port Saint Lucie.

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

The direct path is about 126.3 miles (203.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.1 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 1:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.03 one way or $44.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Homestead and Chance Rain Showers near Port Saint Lucie.

Stop Ideas Near Boca Pointe

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Boca Pointe and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Deerfield Beach
Scenic stop 4.4 mi away

City of Deerfield Beach

Deerfield Beach , FL
150 NE 2nd Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Rating 3.0/5 16 reviews City Hall,City government office,Tourist information center
City Hall in the Mall
Meeting point 7.3 mi away

City Hall in the Mall

Coral Springs , FL
9239 W Atlantic Blvd, Coral Springs, FL 33071
Rating 4.1/5 86 reviews City Hall
Lauderhill Towne Centre Library
Nearby stop 11.4 mi away

Lauderhill Towne Centre Library

Lauderhill , FL
6399 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33313
Rating 3.5/5 32 reviews Public library

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Boca Pointe.

RAIL

Deerfield Beach

4 mi away
1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd
RAIL

Delray Beach

15 mi away
345 South Congress Ave
RAIL

Fort Lauderdale

24 mi away
200 S.W. 21 Terrace
RAIL

Hollywood

36 mi away
3001 Hollywood Blvd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Homestead and Port Saint Lucie. Straight-line distance: 126.36 mi (203.35 km).

Homestead

#1 Homestead

The most populous city in Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Population69,292
Coordinates25.4687200, -80.4775600
Altitude1
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: South Railroad Avenue (-80.477761, 25.468753)
End: Southwest Carter Avenue (-80.350328, 27.294381)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 242 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 00m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 45m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 30m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 08m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 52m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.31 gal
20.09 L · about $22.03
Round trip
$44.05
10.62 gal · 40.18 L
Estimated CO2
47.2 kg one way
Round trip: 94.4 kg / 208 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.15 $22.03 $44.05
Mid-grade $4.60 $24.40 $48.81
Premium $4.90 $26.00 $52.00
Diesel $4.35 $23.10 $46.20

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 Homestead and Port Saint Lucie. The current time is 23:23:28.

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.