Afternoon Departure Road Trip from Wake Forest, NC to Homestead, FL with St. Augustine Stop

Day 1: Afternoon Drive with Stops

Wake Forest, NC to Homestead, FL via St. Augustine, FL on May 13, 2025

12:00pm

Depart from Wake Forest, NC

Begin your road trip by heading south on I-95 from Wake Forest starting at noon.
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2:30pm

First Rest Break

Take a 30-minute break near Fayetteville, NC for stretching and refreshments.
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5:00pm

Second Rest Break

Stop near Savannah, GA for a quick 30-minute rest and refuel before continuing south.
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7:00pm

Arrive near St. Augustine, FL

Since it will be evening, you will not have much daylight to visit sites, but use this time for a meal break and brief stretch before continuing.
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7:05pm

Dinner at The Floridian in St. Augustine

Enjoy local Southern-inspired dishes at The Floridian, open until 9 PM, perfect for a dinner stop on your way.
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8:00pm

Depart St. Augustine for Homestead, FL

Resume your drive toward Homestead, FL, covering the remaining distance at a steady pace.
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9:30pm

Third Rest Break

Take a 30-minute rest near West Palm Beach, FL to refresh before the final leg of your trip.
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12:15am

Fourth Rest Break

Final 30-minute break near Florida City or a convenient stop along US-1 before reaching Homestead.
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1:00am

Arrive at Homestead, FL

Complete your 17-hour journey by arriving safely in Homestead in the early morning hours.
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