Key West to Vero Beach South: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.9 miles 366.7 km · straight line
284.8 miles estimated 458.4 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
22° NNE bearing direction

How far is Key West from Vero Beach South?

The distance from Key West to Vero Beach South is 227.9 miles (366.7 km) as the crow flies. Vero Beach South is located NNE of Key West. By car, the driving distance is approximately 284.8 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Key West and Vero Beach South. 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 Key West to Vero Beach South

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Key West & Vero Beach South

Quick Facts

Key West
24.56°N, 81.78°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Vero Beach South
27.62°N, 80.41°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients