How far is Port Saint Lucie, FL from Punta Gorda, FL?
The driving distance from Port Saint Lucie, FL to Punta Gorda, FL is about 129.7 miles (208.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.2 miles (172.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 56m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Port Saint Lucie and Punta Gorda.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Lucie and Punta Gorda.
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Start on Southwest Carter Avenue
66 m · 15 sec · Southwest Carter Avenue
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Turn left onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard
913 ft · 20 sec · Southeast Airoso Boulevard
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Turn left onto Crosstown Parkway
4.1 mi · 8 min · Crosstown Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
1775 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 712: Midway Road
1956 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on CR 712: Midway Road
124 m · 12 sec
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Turn straight onto West Midway Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · West Midway Road
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Turn left onto Okeechobee Road
21.1 mi · 25 min · Okeechobee Road
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Keep slight right
67.3 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Turn straight onto East Hickory Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East Hickory Street
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Turn left onto DeSoto Avenue
2426 ft · 1 min · DeSoto Avenue
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Continue on South Brevard Avenue
24 mi · 34 min · South Brevard Avenue
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Turn left onto Cooper Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Cooper Street
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Turn right onto Carmalita Street
1903 ft · 57 sec · Carmalita Street
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Turn left
10 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Port Saint Lucie and Punta Gorda.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Okeechobee Road
Keep slight right
67.3 mi · 01h 29m
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.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Port Saint Lucie and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Punta Gorda.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Port Saint Lucie to Punta Gorda?
The road trip is about 129.7 miles (208.7 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Placid Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.8 miles from Port Saint Lucie and 64.9 miles from Punta Gorda.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.2 miles (172.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.5 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 12:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.00 one way or $38.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Port Saint Lucie and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Punta Gorda.
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 Port Saint Lucie and Punta Gorda. Straight-line distance: 107.24 mi (172.58 km).
#1 Port Saint Lucie
The second most populous city in St.
| Population | 209,715 |
| Coordinates | 27.2939300, -80.3503300 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Punta Gorda
City in Charlotte County, Florida, United States
| Population | 20,698 |
| Coordinates | 26.9297800, -82.0453700 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Punta Gorda (-82.04537, 26.92978)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $19.00 | $38.00 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $21.05 | $42.10 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $22.42 | $44.85 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $19.92 | $39.85 |
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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