The drive from Bayshore Gardens, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 242.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, US 301, I 10 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 127.6 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
121.1 miles from Bayshore Gardens, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 21m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 51m. Total distance: 242.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 4h 51m highway drive covering 242.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and US 301. The longest continuous stretch is about 127.6 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 127.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 301. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Tulane Avenue.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 242.1 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: at 0.3 miles (Tulane Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 143 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|Tulane Avenue
Turn right onto Tulane Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
13.9 mi into trip|~24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 North: Tampa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
7
143 mi into trip|~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward FL 326
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 358
Toward FL 326
8
239.8 mi into trip|~4h 46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savan...
6
241.2 mi into trip|~4h 48m in|US 17; FL 228
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228 toward Union Street, Beaver Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 353B
Toward Union Street, Beaver Street
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
127.6 mi
2h 17m
US 301
75.9 mi
1h 34m
I 10
16.8 mi
19m
Tamiami Trail
5.9 mi
8m
1st Street
2.5 mi
4m
26th Street West
2.4 mi
4m
Cortez Road
1.6 mi
3m
Northwest 70th Street
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 127.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bayshore Gardens, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Duke Place
130 ft·10 sec·Duke Place
2
Turn left onto Case Avenue
344 ft·17 sec·Case Avenue
3
Turn right onto Lafayette Road
0.2 mi·48 sec·Lafayette Road
4
Turn right onto Tulane Avenue
285 ft·17 sec·Tulane Avenue
5
Turn left onto 26th Street West
2.4 mi·4 min·26th Street West
6
Turn right onto FL 684
1.6 mi·3 min·Cortez Road
7
Continue on US 41
2.5 mi·4 min·1st Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on US 41; US 301
0.4 mi·37 sec·Hernando DeSoto Bridge
9
Continue on US 41; US 301
3.0 mi·4 min·Tamiami Trail
10
Continue on US 41
2.9 mi·3 min·Tamiami Trail
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
12
Merge onto I 275
0.3 mi·21 sec·I 275
13
Keep slight right at fork
1.4 mi·3 min
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
14
Merge onto I 75
128 mi·2 hr 17 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 358Toward FL 326Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn slight right
144 ft·4 sec
17
Turn slight right onto FL 326
1.1 mi·1 min·FL 326
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on FL 326
1.5 mi·2 min·Northwest 70th Street
19
Turn left onto US 301; US 441
5.5 mi·6 min·US 301; US 441
Use the left lane.
20
Turn straight onto US 301
52 mi·1 hr 5 min·US 301
Toward North US 301: StarkeUse the straight lane.
21
Continue on US 301
18 mi·22 min·US 301
22
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
23
Merge onto I 10
17 mi·19 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi·33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, SavannahUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi·1 min·I 95
27
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi·26 sec·US 17; FL 228
Exit 353BToward Union Street, Beaver Street
28
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi·1 min·Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
29
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
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 121.1 miles from Bayshore Gardens, FL, or about 2h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 127.6 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 53 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.1 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 55m
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 Bayshore Gardens, 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 Bayshore Gardens, FL
This is one driving day of about 242.1 miles and 4h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Bayshore Gardens, 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 75 for about 127.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 121.1 mi from Bayshore Gardens, FL
· 2h 21m 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.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.6
0
$25.42
$11.62
Efficient EV
60.5
0
$21.18
$9.68
EV Truck/SUV
96.8
1
$33.89
$15.49
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Bayshore Gardens, FL
Evening
in Bayshore Gardens on Friday
Local time
7:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Evening
in Jacksonville on Friday
Local time
7:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
SW 5 to 8 mph0% chanceLive 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.
Road read
4h 51m 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 Bayshore Gardens, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 242.1 miles and takes about 4h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, US 301, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 121.1 miles from Bayshore Gardens, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.54 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 is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 242.1 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: at 0.3 miles (Tulane Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 13.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 143 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bayshore Gardens, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
