Origin
Altamonte Springs, FL
Afternoon in Altamonte Springs on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Altamonte Springs, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
132.4 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Altamonte Springs, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Jacksonville, FL
Mike Jones
Trip Overview
Traveling from Altamonte Springs to Jacksonville covers 132.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 32 minutes. Because this is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning there is no need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via East Altamonte Drive, I-4, and I-95 to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $22 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. Since both cities are located within Florida, you will remain in the same state throughout the journey, making this a reliable and efficient trip for commuters or weekend travelers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
66.2 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient commute, as 96 percent of this journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the interstate, including a significant 86.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-95. The route prioritizes speed and directness, trading scenic local winding roads for the steady pace of multi-lane traffic. While the drive begins on local roads like East Altamonte Drive, you will quickly transition into the high-speed rhythm of the interstate system. This is a practical, no-nonsense drive designed to get you from Central Florida to the coast as quickly as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 86.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 427 / Maitland Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 132.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 427 / Maitland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 427 / Maitland Avenue
Turn right onto CR 427 / Maitland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
41.6 mi into trip
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~48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
7
42.8 mi into trip
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~50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
8
129.9 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Stree...
8
131.1 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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US 1; US 90
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 90 toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 86.1 mi | 1h 34m |
| I 4 | 39.5 mi | 43m |
| East Altamonte Drive | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| US 1 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Maitland Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Beaver Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Orienta Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 86.1 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altamonte Springs, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Orienta Avenue
79 ft
·
6 sec
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Orienta Avenue
2
Turn right onto CR 427
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Maitland Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto FL 436
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Altamonte Drive
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 4 East: Daytona Beach
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 4
39 mi
·
43 min
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I 4
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
86 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
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I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 90
287 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 1; US 90
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street, Prudential Drive
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 90
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 90
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left
132 ft
·
11 sec
14
Turn right
121 ft
·
14 sec
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft
·
4 sec
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Beaver Street
16
Turn right
175 ft
·
13 sec
17
At end of road, turn right
124 ft
·
11 sec
18
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
Union Street
19
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 2-hour and 32-minute journey, plan for at least one stop to break up the drive. Since the route is dominated by high-speed interstates, timing your departure to avoid peak traffic hours in the Altamonte Springs and Jacksonville metro areas will keep your travel time consistent. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that long 86.1-mile stretch on I-95, as options can be limited between major exits. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to leave later in the morning or return in the evening without feeling rushed. Always check local traffic reports before you head out to ensure the interstate flow remains steady.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 66.2 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.2 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Altamonte Springs, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Altamonte Springs, FL
This is one driving day of about 132.4 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 86.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.2 mi from Altamonte Springs, FL · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 66.2 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.1 miles.
Arriving in Jacksonville, FL
The final approach into Jacksonville, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Jacksonville, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.12 one way
$44.23 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.96 | $47.91 |
| premium | $4.90 | $25.52 | $51.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.41 | $58.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.90 | $6.36 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53 | 0 | $18.54 | $8.47 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Afternoon in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 32m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Altamonte Springs, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 132.4 miles and takes about 2h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 4, East Altamonte Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.2 miles from Altamonte Springs, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 132.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 427 / Maitland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 42.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Altamonte Springs, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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