Palm Bay to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Palm Bay from Sumter?

The distance from Palm Bay to Sumter is 406.9 miles (654.9 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located N of Palm Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 488.3 miles, taking about 9h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Palm Bay in Florida and Sumter in South Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Palm Bay and Sumter. 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.