Origin
Cooper City, FL
Afternoon in Cooper City on Sunday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cooper City, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Drive Time
6h 4m
Distance
326.3 mi
525 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 52m
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6 AM
6h 5m
8 AM
6h 31m
10 AM
6h 14m
12 PM
6h 11m
3 PM
6h 15m
5 PM
6h 29m
8 PM
5h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cooper City, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Jacksonville, FL
Mike Jones
Trip Overview
Traveling from Cooper City to Jacksonville covers 326.3 miles across the state of Florida. You can expect a drive time of approximately 6 hours and 4 minutes, making this a manageable journey for a single day. The route primarily utilizes Florida's Turnpike and I-95, keeping your travel efficient and straightforward. With an estimated fuel cost of $55, it is an economical choice for those looking to traverse the state quickly. Since this is a highway-focused trip, you will find it ideal for those who prefer steady cruising over navigating complex backroads. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, this one-day itinerary provides a direct path between the two regions.
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
163.2 miles from Cooper City, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its high-speed efficiency, with 98% of the journey taking place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-95, including a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 219.7 miles that dominates the latter portion of the drive. The personality of the road is consistent and functional, designed to move traffic steadily through Florida’s coastal corridor. Expect a standard interstate experience where you can maintain a steady pace for the duration of the trip. While the route begins with local access via Griffin Road, you will quickly transition into the fast-paced environment of the state’s primary transit arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 219.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near SR 818 / Griffin Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 326.3 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 0.5 miles (SR 818 / Griffin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 102.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 103.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR 818 / Griffin Road
Turn right onto SR 818 / Griffin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
102.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
7
103.6 mi into trip
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~1h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
8
323.8 mi into trip
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~5h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Stree...
8
325 mi into trip
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~6h in
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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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Cooper City, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.
Vero Beach
102.5 mi in
|
~1h 57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 219.7 mi | 3h 57m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 98.1 mi | 1h 48m |
| Griffin Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| US 1 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Southwest 90th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Okeechobee Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Southwest 51st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Beaver Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 219.7 mi, about 3h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cooper City, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on this road
103 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Southwest 51st Street
474 ft
·
28 sec
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Southwest 51st Street
3
Turn left onto Southwest 90th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest 90th Avenue
4
Turn right onto SR 818
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Griffin Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left
269 ft
·
6 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North: Orlando
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
98 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft
·
5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
10
Merge onto FL 70
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
220 mi
·
3 hr 57 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
Use the none lane.
15
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
16
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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn left
132 ft
·
11 sec
18
Turn right
121 ft
·
14 sec
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Beaver Street
20
Turn right
175 ft
·
13 sec
21
At end of road, turn right
124 ft
·
11 sec
22
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
Union Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 6-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak congestion often found on Florida’s major interchanges. Planning for at least one dedicated stop is essential to break up the long 219.7-mile stretch on I-95. Because the route is overwhelmingly highway-based, check your tire pressure and fluid levels before leaving Cooper City to ensure your vehicle is ready for steady, high-speed travel. Keep your $55 fuel budget in mind, but remember to factor in potential tolls on the Turnpike when calculating your total trip expenses. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the direct nature of the route allows you to easily adjust your pace based on traffic conditions.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 163.2 miles from Cooper City, FL, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 219.7 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 80 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.2 miles or 3h 4m 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 57m
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 Cooper City, 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 Cooper City, FL
This is one driving day of about 326.3 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cooper City, 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 219.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 163.2 mi from Cooper City, FL · 3h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
163 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 163.2 miles from Cooper City, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 219.7 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.51 one way
$109.02 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $59.04 | $118.08 |
| premium | $4.90 | $62.90 | $125.79 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $72.49 | $144.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.87
Florida's Turnpike
(98.1 mi)
$6.87
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.9 | 1 | $34.26 | $15.66 |
| Efficient EV | 81.6 | 0 | $28.55 | $13.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130.5 | 1 | $45.68 | $20.88 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 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.
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Afternoon in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
3 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
6h 4m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cooper City, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 326.3 miles and takes about 6h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Florida's Turnpike, Griffin Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 163.2 miles from Cooper City, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 21 significant decision points across 326.3 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 0.5 miles (SR 818 / Griffin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 102.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 103.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Cooper City, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.
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