Trip from Jacksonville, FL to Apollo Beach, FL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 16m

Distance

215.5 mi

347 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

32 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

4h 4m ★

6 AM

4h 17m

8 AM

4h 43m

10 AM

4h 26m

12 PM

4h 23m

3 PM

4h 27m

5 PM

4h 42m

8 PM

4h 9m

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

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Apollo Beach, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Jacksonville, FL to Apollo Beach, FL covers 215.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, Sid Martin Highway, US 301 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.8 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.30 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

107.8 miles from Jacksonville, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 17m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 215.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 16m highway drive covering 215.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Sid Martin Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 109.8 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 24 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 109.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sid Martin Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 215.5 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 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles (US 301 / Sid Martin Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.2 miles (FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

2.1 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lake City

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 351A Toward I 10 West: Lake City

58.2 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | US 301 / Sid Martin Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 301 / Sid Martin Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

97.2 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street

Turn right onto FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

183.1 mi into trip | ~3h 37m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward South I 75: Naples

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward South I 75: Naples

210.2 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in

Take the exit toward CR 672: Apollo Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 246 Toward CR 672: Apollo Beach

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	109.8 mi	1h 57m
Sid Martin Highway	39 mi	48m
US 301	37.5 mi	47m
I 10	17.1 mi	20m
Tamiami Trail	1.8 mi	2m
Big Bend Road	1.5 mi	2m
Northwest 70th Street	1.5 mi	2m
Northwest 77th Street	1.2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 109.8 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on US 17

210 ft · 12 sec · Union Street

Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228

281 ft · 15 sec · Ocean Street

Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on US 17; US 23; FL 228

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Kings Road

Take the ramp onto US 17; FL 228

1.1 mi · 1 min · US 17; FL 228

Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 351A Toward I 10 West: Lake City Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 10; US 17; FL 228

17 mi · 20 min · I 10; US 17; FL 228

Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Merge onto US 301

0.1 mi · 11 sec · US 301

Continue on US 301

37 mi · 47 min · US 301

Use the left / straight lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 301

39 mi · 48 min · Sid Martin Highway

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn right onto FL 326

1.5 mi · 2 min · Northwest 70th Street

Use the right lane.

Continue on FL 326

1.2 mi · 2 min · Northwest 77th Street

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 75 South: Tampa

Merge onto I 75

83 mi · 1 hr 28 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

27 mi · 29 min · I 75

Toward South I 75: Naples Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 246 Toward CR 672: Apollo Beach Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward CR 672 West: Apollo Beach, Manatee Viewing Centre

Turn straight onto CR 672

1.5 mi · 2 min · Big Bend Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto US 41

1.8 mi · 2 min · Tamiami Trail

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Apollo Beach Boulevard

1.0 mi · 1 min · Apollo Beach Boulevard

Turn left onto Fairway Boulevard

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Fairway Boulevard

Arrive at destination

Fairway Boulevard

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 107.8 miles from Jacksonville, FL, or about 2h 17m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.8 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 47 miles or 1h in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 107.8 miles or 2h 17m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apollo Beach, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Jacksonville, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Jacksonville, FL

This is one driving day of about 215.5 miles and 4h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Jacksonville, 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 75 for about 109.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 107.8 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 2h 17m into the drive

human settlement in Florida, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Citra, FL

108 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

Starke, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ocala, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 107.8 miles from Jacksonville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.8 miles.

Arriving in Apollo Beach, FL

The final approach into Apollo Beach, 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 Apollo Beach, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Artessence Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

1.9 mi

Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lutz, Florida

3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Setlan Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+19044799975

Visit website

Birdie Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

0.5 mi

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

1.9 mi

Artessence Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19043745789

Visit website

Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 184.7

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18139498299

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 107.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 184.7

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18139492428

Visit website

Setlan Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+19044799975

Visit website

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

Brick & Iron Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 107.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+13525812650

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 153.9

Brooksville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 107.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 107.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 46.2

Starke, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Flying J EV Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 169.3

San Antonio, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13525885444

Visit website

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 169.3

Dade City, Florida

+18135761450

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 107.8

Ocala, Florida

Cracker Country

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 200.1

Tampa, Florida

+18136274225

Visit website

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 107.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

23 mi from route ~56 min detour Free near mile 215.5

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.30 one way

$68.60 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$37.31	$74.63
premium	$4.72	$40.07	$80.14
diesel	$5.61	$47.58	$95.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 75.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

32 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Ocala, FL

Tesla

20 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Jacksonville, FL

Tesla

12 DCFC

TA, Baldwin, FL

Baldwin, FL

BP_PULSE

12 DCFC

Sunrise Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Brooksville, FL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Towne Centre - Tesla Supercharger

Wesley Chapel, FL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Jacksonville, FL Rechargery @ Wawa - University Blvd N

Jacksonville, FL

IONNA

10 DCFC

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Jacksonville, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Winn-Dixie - Tesla Supercharger

Jacksonville, FL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 9 eVgo Network: 7 Blink Network: 3 IONNA: 2 Non-Networked: 2 EV Connect: 2 CHARGEUP: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1 BP_PULSE: 1 FPLEV: 1 IN_CHARGE: 1 Electrify America: 1 ChargePoint Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	64.6	0	$22.63	$10.34
Efficient EV	53.9	0	$18.86	$8.62
EV Truck/SUV	86.2	1	$30.17	$13.79

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 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 16, 2026

Origin

Jacksonville, FL

Night in Jacksonville on Thursday

Local time

10:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Sunny

SE 9 to 13 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Apollo Beach, FL

Night in Apollo Beach on Thursday

Local time

10:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°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

23 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

4h 16m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Jacksonville, FL to Apollo Beach, FL covers 215.5 miles and takes about 4h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, Sid Martin Highway, US 301. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 107.8 miles from Jacksonville, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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.

The route from Jacksonville, FL to Apollo Beach, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Jacksonville, FL to Apollo Beach, FL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Apollo Beach, FL

Nearby Places

Artessence Coffee Shop

Setlan Coffee Co.

Artessence Coffee Shop

BREW Five Points

Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

Setlan Coffee Co.

Birdie Coffee Company

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

Towers Deli & Coffee

It's In The DNA Coffee

Haraz Coffee House

Cicada Coffee

Brick & Iron Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Flying J EV Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Destination Charger

Blink Charging Station

Scott Springs Park

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

New Tampa Recreational Center

Happy Medium Books Cafe

Snowcat Ridge

Ocala Downtown Square

Cracker Country

Tuscawilla Art Park

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Apollo Beach, FL

Same local time

23 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 16m on the road

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