Planning a quick trip from Daytona Beach Shores to Jacksonville? This 93-mile drive takes about 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it a very manageable day trip. The route is predominantly highway, with 87% of it on major roads like I-95 and US Highway 1. You'll spend a significant stretch, 74.7 miles, on I-95, so expect a focused driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, it's an economical option for a short hop within Florida. No overnight stays are needed for this straightforward journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from Daytona Beach Shores, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 93 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, with the vast majority of your travel occurring on interstate and US highways. You'll be on I-95 for a substantial 74.7-mile segment, so be prepared for consistent, faster-paced travel. While the route is largely dominated by high-speed roads, you will also encounter stretches on US Highway 1 and South Peninsula Drive, offering a slight change of pace. The overall character is one of efficiency, getting you from point A to point B with minimal detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 74.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and US Highway 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.3 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93 miles you will encounter 15 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 15.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 90.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.6 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
15.3 mi into trip|~29m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
6
90.5 mi into trip|~1h 51m 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
91.6 mi into trip|~1h 54m 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
91.6 mi into trip|~1h 54m 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
92.9 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|US 90 / Beaver Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 90 / Beaver Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
74.7 mi
1h 21m
US Highway 1
4.9 mi
7m
South Peninsula Drive
3.4 mi
7m
North Ridgewood Avenue
3.4 mi
7m
South Yonge Street
2 mi
3m
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
East Fairview Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 74.7 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Daytona Beach Shores, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on SR A1A
0.3 mi·39 sec·South Atlantic Avenue
2
Turn left onto Richards Lane
0.2 mi·50 sec·Richards Lane
3
At end of road, turn right onto FL 441
3.4 mi·7 min·South Peninsula Drive
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
5
Continue on East Fairview Avenue
0.4 mi·54 sec·East Fairview Avenue
6
Turn right onto US 1
3.4 mi·7 min·North Ridgewood Avenue
7
Continue on US 1
2.0 mi·3 min·South Yonge Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 1
4.9 mi·7 min·US Highway 1
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: JacksonvilleUse the right lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
75 mi·1 hr 21 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
12
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
13
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 StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
15
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
16
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
17
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
18
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
19
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
20
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 58-minute journey covering 93 miles, you have plenty of flexibility. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time at your destination in Jacksonville. Since the longest stretch is 74.7 miles on I-95, plan for a brief stop before or after this segment if you prefer to break up the driving. The estimated fuel cost is around $15, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you depart. Given the short duration, there's no need to split this drive, allowing you to arrive refreshed.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.5 miles from Daytona Beach Shores, FL, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.7 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 20 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.5 miles or 1h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
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 Daytona Beach Shores, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Daytona Beach Shores, FL
This is one driving day of about 93 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Daytona Beach Shores, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 74.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.5 mi from Daytona Beach Shores, FL
· 1h 3m 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.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 38.5
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.80 one way
$29.61 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg33 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$16.10
$32.21
premium
$4.72
$17.29
$34.59
diesel
$5.61
$20.53
$41.07
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.9
0
$9.76
$4.46
Efficient EV
23.3
0
$8.14
$3.72
EV Truck/SUV
37.2
0
$13.02
$5.95
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Daytona Beach Shores, FL
Morning
in Daytona Beach Shores on Saturday
Local time
11:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Morning
in Jacksonville on Saturday
Local time
11:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
4 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
1h 58m 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 Daytona Beach Shores, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 93 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, US Highway 1, South Peninsula Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.5 miles from Daytona Beach Shores, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.80 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93 miles you will encounter 15 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 15.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 90.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.6 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Daytona Beach Shores, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
