Atlantis, FL to Jacksonville, FL is 291.2 miles and takes about 5h 24m via I 95, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you north along the Atlantic coast. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive, making it an ideal choice for a single-day journey. You'll primarily be on I 95, so expect a consistent pace and relatively few detours. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to get between these two Florida cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
145.6 miles from Atlantis, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 42m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 24m. Total distance: 291.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is overwhelmingly a highway-focused experience, with 98% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 95. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 285.3 miles on I 95, meaning extended periods of consistent speed and limited opportunities for spontaneous stops. The road character remains largely uniform throughout, designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. Expect a familiar interstate environment for the vast majority of your time behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 285.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and 6th Avenue South. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near 6th Avenue South.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 291.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (6th Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 288.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|6th Avenue South
Turn right onto 6th Avenue South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
3.1 mi into trip|~7m in
Turn left toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
6
288.7 mi into trip|~5h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Stree...
6
289.8 mi into trip|~5h 20m in|US 1; US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 90 toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street, Prudential Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
8
289.9 mi into trip|~5h 20m in|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 straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
285.3 mi
5h 9m
6th Avenue South
1.3 mi
3m
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
South Congress Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
Clubhouse Boulevard
0.3 mi
1m
South Country Club Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Orange Tree Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Beaver Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 285.3 mi, about 5h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlantis, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on South Country Club Drive
0.2 mi·55 sec·South Country Club Drive
2
Continue on Orange Tree Drive
0.1 mi·33 sec·Orange Tree Drive
3
Turn right onto Clubhouse Boulevard
0.3 mi·1 min·Clubhouse Boulevard
4
At end of road, turn left onto South Congress Avenue
1.1 mi·2 min·South Congress Avenue
5
Turn right onto 6th Avenue South
1.3 mi·3 min·6th Avenue South
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward I 95 North: West Palm BeachUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
285 mi·5 hr 9 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
9
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
10
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 StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
12
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
14
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
15
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
16
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
17
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 24m duration, you can easily complete this trip in one day, but planning your departure time is key. Leaving early in the morning will help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Jacksonville. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 285.3 miles on I 95, you can make a single fuel and rest stop around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as services can be spaced out on the interstate; aim to refuel before you reach the last 50 miles.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.6 miles from Atlantis, FL, or about 2h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 285.3 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 64 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.6 miles or 2h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
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 Atlantis, 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 Atlantis, FL
This is one driving day of about 291.2 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Atlantis, 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 285.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.6 mi from Atlantis, FL
· 2h 42m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
$15
near mile 251.1
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
$25
near mile 170.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.35 one way
$92.70 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg102 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$50.42
$100.84
premium
$4.72
$54.15
$108.29
diesel
$5.61
$64.29
$128.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87.4
1
$30.58
$13.98
Efficient EV
72.8
0
$25.48
$11.65
EV Truck/SUV
116.5
1
$40.77
$18.64
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Atlantis, FL
Morning
in Atlantis on Friday
Local time
7:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Morning
in Jacksonville on Friday
Local time
7:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Atlantis, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 291.2 miles and takes about 5h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, 6th Avenue South, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.6 miles from Atlantis, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 291.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (6th Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 288.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Atlantis, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
