Merritt Island to Palm Beach Gardens: Road Trip Guide & Distance

111.3 miles 179.2 km · straight line
139.2 miles estimated 224 km · driving distance
2h 48min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
162° SSE bearing direction

How far is Merritt Island from Palm Beach Gardens?

The distance from Merritt Island to Palm Beach Gardens is 111.3 miles (179.2 km) as the crow flies. Palm Beach Gardens is located SSE of Merritt Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 139.2 miles, taking about 2h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Merritt Island and Palm Beach Gardens. 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 Merritt Island to Palm Beach Gardens

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 48min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 22min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 40min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merritt Island & Palm Beach Gardens

Quick Facts

Merritt Island
28.36°N, 80.69°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Palm Beach Gardens
26.82°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 223.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients