Daytona Beach to West Palm Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

182.3 miles 293.4 km · straight line
227.9 miles estimated 366.8 km · driving distance
4h 35min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
161° SSE bearing direction

How far is Daytona Beach from West Palm Beach?

The distance from Daytona Beach to West Palm Beach is 182.3 miles (293.4 km) as the crow flies. West Palm Beach is located SSE of Daytona Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 227.9 miles, taking about 4h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Daytona Beach and West Palm Beach. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Daytona Beach to West Palm Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 35min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 30min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 21min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Daytona Beach & West Palm Beach

Quick Facts

Daytona Beach
29.21°N, 81.02°W
America/New_York
3m elevation
West Palm Beach
26.72°N, 80.05°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 61 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 136.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients