Origin
Belleview, FL
Afternoon in Belleview on Friday
Local time
4:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belleview, FL to Gainesville, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
48.1 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belleview, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Trip Overview
Belleview, FL to Gainesville, FL is 48.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes via I 75 and US 441, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Florida, moving you north between these two central Florida cities. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on well-traveled highways, making it a convenient option for a quick relocation or a day trip. You'll find the journey uncomplicated, with minimal need for extensive planning, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 48.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 63% of the journey utilizing major roads like I 75 and US 441. You'll experience a significant stretch of 22.2 miles on I 75, offering a consistent, faster pace. The route is characterized by its efficient travel, transitioning between interstate speed and key arterial roads like Abshier Boulevard and US 441. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes directness and ease of navigation, rather than winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 22.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Abshier Boulevard. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near US 27; US 301; US 441 / Abshier Boulevard.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 48.1 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.5 miles (US 27; US 301; US 441 / Abshier Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles (Southwest 27th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 27; US 301; US 441 / Abshier Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto US 27; US 301; US 441 / Abshier Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
11.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Southwest 27th Avenue
Turn right onto Southwest 27th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Lake City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Lake City
5
13.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward CR 234: Micanopy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 374
Toward CR 234: Micanopy
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Belleview, FL to Gainesville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 234: Micanopy along the way.
Cr 234: Micanopy
35.5 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 22.2 mi | 23m |
| Abshier Boulevard | 9 mi | 13m |
| US 441 | 8 mi | 9m |
| South Main Street | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Southeast County Road 234 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Southwest 17th Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Silver Springs Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Southwest 27th Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 22.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belleview, FL and Gainesville, FL.
1
Start on Southeast 55th Avenue Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast 55th Avenue Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto US 27; US 301; US 441
238 ft
·
9 sec
·
Abshier Boulevard
3
Continue on US 27; US 301; US 441
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
Abshier Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Turn left onto FL 464
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest 17th Street
5
Continue on Southwest 20th Court
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Southwest 20th Court
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on Southwest 10th Street
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Southwest 10th Street
7
Turn right onto Southwest 27th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Southwest 27th Avenue
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto FL 40
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Silver Springs Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lake City
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 75
22 mi
·
23 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 374
Toward CR 234: Micanopy
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto CR 234
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast County Road 234
13
Turn left
421 ft
·
15 sec
Use the left lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 441
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US 441
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto FL 331
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Williston Road
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto CR 329
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
17
Enter roundabout onto CR 329
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Main Street
18
Continue on CR 329
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Enter roundabout onto CR 329
177 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
20
Continue on CR 329
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
CR 329
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24 mi from Belleview, FL · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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
Arriving in Gainesville, FL
The final approach into Gainesville, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.66 one way
$15.31 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $8.33 | $16.66 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.94 | $17.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.62 | $21.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Gainesville, FL
Afternoon in Gainesville on Friday
Local time
4:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
1h 5m 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 Belleview, FL to Gainesville, FL covers 48.1 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Abshier Boulevard, US 441. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24 miles from Belleview, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.66 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.1 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.5 miles (US 27; US 301; US 441 / Abshier Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 11.4 miles (Southwest 27th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Belleview, FL to Gainesville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 234: Micanopy along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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