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Trip from Bunnell, FL to Jacksonville, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 20m

Distance

67.1 mi

108 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min
4 AM
1h 14m ★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Bunnell, FL, FL

Bunnell, FL

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city in Duval County, and largest city in State of Florida, United States

Jacksonville, FL

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Trip Overview

Bunnell to Jacksonville is 67.1 miles and takes about 1h 20m via I 95 and US 1, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, moving from the northern part of the state up to its largest city. Given its relatively short distance and focused highway profile, this drive is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on major roadways, making it a straightforward journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 50.1 mi 55m
State Street 9.9 mi 13m
US 1 5.5 mi 8m
Beaver Street <0.1 mi <1m
Union Street <0.1 mi

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: I 95 — 50.1 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bunnell, FL and Jacksonville, FL.

1

Start on US 1; FL 100

9.9 mi · 13 min · State Street
2

Enter roundabout onto US 1

100 ft · 1 sec · US 1
3

Continue on US 1

4.2 mi · 4 min · US 1
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
5

Merge onto I 95

50 mi · 55 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork

1.1 mi · 2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
7

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
8

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 straight / slight right lanes.
9

Turn left

132 ft · 11 sec
10

Turn right

121 ft · 14 sec
11

At end of road, turn left onto US 90

104 ft · 4 sec · Beaver Street
12

Turn right

175 ft · 13 sec
13

At end of road, turn right

124 ft · 11 sec
14

Turn right onto US 17

22 ft · 0 sec · Union Street
15

Arrive at destination

US 17

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Nocatee, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Nocatee, FL

34 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.

Popular next leg

Nocatee, FL to Jacksonville, FL

27.2 mi · 41m

Pacing Suggestions

Saint Augustine Shores, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Nocatee, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Bunnell, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 14.5 and 67 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
14.5 mi into trip | ~19m in | I 95

Merge onto I 95

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
64.6 mi into trip | ~1h 14m 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
65.7 mi into trip | ~1h 16m 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
65.8 mi into trip | ~1h 16m 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,...
6
67 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | US 90 / Beaver Street

At end of road, turn left onto US 90 / Beaver Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.68 one way

$21.36 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $11.62 $23.24
premium $4.72 $12.48 $24.95
diesel $5.61 $14.81 $29.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.1 0 $7.05 $3.22
Efficient EV 16.8 0 $5.87 $2.68
EV Truck/SUV 26.8 0 $9.39 $4.29

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bunnell, FL

Afternoon in Bunnell on Saturday

Local time

1:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jacksonville, FL

Afternoon in Jacksonville on Saturday

Local time

1:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Nocatee, FL

34 mi in

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 20m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 83% of the journey on major roads like I 95. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 50.1 miles on I 95, offering a consistent pace. The route transitions from what is likely a more rural feel near Bunnell to a more urban environment as you approach Jacksonville, with State Street and US 1 playing roles closer to the destination. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficiency and steady progress on well-maintained highways.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.1 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and State Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.5 miles in near I 95.

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 67.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 14.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.7 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Jacksonville, FL

Full guide →

Jacksonville occupies one of the most coveted spots on the Atlantic coast. Set amongst abundant beaches and possessing an ideal subtropical climate, its crown jewel is the unique habitat and natural beauty of the St. Johns River. For this reason and more, "The River City" is a popular destination for vacationers looking for a laid-back Sunshine State escape.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 67.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 50.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Jacksonville, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 14.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.7 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Fort Matanzas National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jacksonville, FL before heading back.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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