Origin
Center Hill, FL
Evening in Center Hill on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Center Hill, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 39m
Distance
149.5 mi
241 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 29m
★
6 AM
2h 40m
8 AM
3h 1m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
3h 0m
8 PM
2h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Center Hill, FL
Connor Scott McManus
Jacksonville, FL
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Trip Overview
Spanning 149.5 miles, the journey from Center Hill to Jacksonville is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 2 hours and 39 minutes. Given the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $24 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Florida locations. Because you will be navigating a variety of local roads rather than relying solely on major interstates, the drive offers a distinct change of pace. It is a practical route for those heading from the central part of the state toward the coast, provided you are prepared for a turn-heavy experience.
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
74.7 miles from Center Hill, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that trades the monotony of high-speed interstates for a more hands-on experience behind the wheel. Your navigation will guide you through East Kings Highway, I-75 North, and FL-326, creating a route that lacks any singular, long uninterrupted stretches. In fact, you will find 0 miles of continuous driving on East Kings Highway, meaning you should remain alert for frequent transitions. Since the highway share is 0%, this path is far from a simple interstate grind, requiring your full attention as you move between different roadway types. The character of the drive shifts constantly, making it a more technical and engaging journey than a standard highway transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Kings Highway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Center Hill, FL to Jacksonville, FL is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Center Hill, FL to Jacksonville, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Kings Highway | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| FL 326 | — | — |
| Northwest 70th Street | — | — |
| US 301 | — | — |
| I 10 East | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Kings Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Center Hill, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Palm Avenue
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Palm Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Kings Highway
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Kings Highway
3
Turn right
7.2 mi
·
9 min
4
Keep slight left
292 ft
·
13 sec
5
At the end of the road, turn left
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
6
Turn right
2.5 mi
·
4 min
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Ocala
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 75 North: Ocala
8
Merge slight left
36 mi
·
38 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward FL 326
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
FL 326
10
Turn slight right
144 ft
·
5 sec
11
Turn slight right
1.1 mi
·
1 min
12
Continue on Northwest 70th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 70th Street
13
Turn left
5.5 mi
·
6 min
14
Turn straight onto North US 301: Starke
52 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
North US 301: Starke
15
Continue straight
18 mi
·
22 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10 East: Jacksonville
17
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
19 min
18
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
19
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
20
Merge slight left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward Union Street, Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Union Street, Beaver Street
22
Turn straight onto Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around local traffic patterns. You only need to account for one planned stop along the way, so aim to pace your drive to avoid fatigue during the more turn-heavy sections. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before setting out, as the $24 estimate is a baseline that can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay vigilant with your navigation apps or maps, as the mix of FL-326 and local roads requires frequent course checks. Because the route relies on local roads rather than major expressways, staying focused on your turn-by-turn directions will ensure a smooth arrival in Jacksonville.
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 74.7 miles from Center Hill, FL, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
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 33 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.7 miles or 1h 19m 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 10m
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 Center Hill, 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 Center Hill, FL
This is one driving day of about 149.5 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Center Hill, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.7 mi from Center Hill, FL · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.7 miles from Center Hill, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$23.80 one way
$47.59 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $25.89 | $51.77 |
| premium | $4.72 | $27.80 | $55.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.01 | $66.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.9 | 0 | $15.70 | $7.18 |
| Efficient EV | 37.4 | 0 | $13.08 | $5.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.93 | $9.57 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Evening in Jacksonville on Wednesday
Local time
5:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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 39m 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 Center Hill, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 149.5 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Kings Highway, I 75 North, FL 326. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.7 miles from Center Hill, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.80 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.
The drive from Center Hill, FL to Jacksonville, FL is easy. At 2h 39m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Center Hill, FL to Jacksonville, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Center Hill, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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