How far is Lakeland, FL from Palm Bay, FL?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your trip from Lakeland, Florida, to Palm Bay, Florida, which is approximately 107 miles (172 kilometers) via I-4 E and US-192 E. The fastest route is currently recommended due to traffic conditions, and it includes tolls. Here are the directions:
Directions
- Head east on E Walnut St toward S Lake Ave.
- Turn left onto S Lake Ave.
- Turn right onto E Main St.
- Take I-4 E, FL-417 Toll N, and US-192 E to your destination in West Melbourne. Take exit 176 from I-95 S.
- Continue straight onto Bartow Rd/George Jenkins Blvd. Continue to follow George Jenkins Blvd.
- Turn right onto Kathleen Rd.
- Merge onto I-4 E.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 62 for FL-417 Toll N toward Airport/Disney World Celebration.
- Continue onto FL-417 Toll N. Keep right to continue on FL-417 N/FL-417 Toll N, follow signs for Int'l Airport/Sanford (Toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to continue on FL-417 Toll N (Toll road).
- Take exit 12 for FL-91 toward Turnpike S/Miami.
- Merge onto Florida's Turnpike (Toll road).
- Take exit 244 toward US-192/US-441/Kissimmee/St Cloud (Toll road).
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto US-192 E/US-441 S.
- Use the right lane to stay on US-192 E/US-441 S.
- Continue straight to stay on US-192 E.
- Follow US-192 E until you reach your destination in Palm Bay.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip and check for traffic updates before starting the journey to avoid delays.
- 🛣️ Stay on the recommended route, as it is the fastest and most efficient way to reach your destination.
- 💰 Keep some cash handy for toll payments along the route.
- ☕ Take short breaks during the journey to stay refreshed and alert.
- 🚰 Bring a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated during the drive.
- 📱 Ensure your phone is fully charged or have a car charger available for navigation purposes.
- 🚘 Check your vehicle's fuel and tire condition before embarking on the trip.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 07m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Osceola County, Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakeland and Palm Bay.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeland and Palm Bay.
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Start on East Walnut Street
129 m · 19 sec · East Walnut Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lake Morton Drive
1039 ft · 31 sec · Lake Morton Drive
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Turn right onto South Massachusetts Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Massachusetts Avenue
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Continue on Lakeland Hills Boulevard
3.6 mi · 7 min · Lakeland Hills Boulevard
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Take the ramp left toward I 4 East: Orlando
1691 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
27 mi · 30 min
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 417 North: Airport, Disney World, Celebration
1380 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on Southern Connector Extension
4.2 mi · 5 min · Southern Connector Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward Osceola Parkway, Gaylord Convention Center
1973 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto Osceola Parkway
7.1 mi · 11 min · Osceola Parkway
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Continue on East Osceola Parkway
1.5 mi · 2 min · East Osceola Parkway
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Take the ramp right toward Miami, Florida's Turnpike Toll South
2276 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
3.5 mi · 4 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 192, US 441: Kissimmee, Saint Cloud
2873 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 192 East, US 441 South: Saint. Cloud, Orlando Health Saint Cloud Hospital
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Bronson Highway
3.4 mi · 5 min · Bronson Highway
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Continue on East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
679 ft · 15 sec · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
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Continue on 13th Street
2.6 mi · 5 min · 13th Street
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Continue on East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
1.4 mi · 2 min · East Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
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Continue on Bronson Highway
33.8 mi · 41 min · Bronson Highway
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Continue straight
2.9 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Miami
2951 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 516: Palm Bay
2022 ft · 52 sec
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Continue on CR 516: Palm Bay, Palm Bay Road
30 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto Palm Bay Road Northeast
4.3 mi · 8 min · Palm Bay Road Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Palm Bay Road Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakeland and Palm Bay.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Bronson Highway
Continue on Bronson Highway
33.8 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lakeland and Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Palm Bay.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakeland to Palm Bay?
The road trip is about 107.7 miles (173.3 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Saint Cloud is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51.6 miles from Lakeland and 56.1 miles from Palm Bay.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83 miles (133.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.76 one way or $31.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakeland and Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Palm Bay.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Cloud
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 Saint Cloud.
Kissimmee
Orlando Health/Amtrak
Winter Park
Winter Haven
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakeland and Palm Bay. Straight-line distance: 83.01 mi (133.59 km).
#1 Lakeland
The most populous city in Polk County, Florida.
| Population | 115,283 |
| Coordinates | 28.0394700, -81.9498000 |
| Altitude | 60 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Palm Bay
The most populous city in Brevard County, Florida.
| Population | 116,932 |
| Coordinates | 28.0344600, -80.5886600 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palm Bay Road Northeast (-80.58866, 28.03445)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 173 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $15.76 | $31.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $17.46 | $34.93 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $18.60 | $37.21 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $16.53 | $33.06 |
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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