Origin
Jacksonville, FL
Night in Jacksonville on Thursday
Local time
10:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jacksonville, FL to Saint Augustine Beach, FL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
45.6 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jacksonville, FL
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Saint Augustine Beach, FL
Ethan Essig
Trip Overview
This straightforward 45.6-mile drive from Jacksonville to Saint Augustine Beach is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just about an hour to complete. With 81% of the journey on highways, you'll primarily be on I 95 and FL 312, offering a quick connection between these two Florida locales. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $7, making this an economical option for a short excursion. The overall profile is highway-focused, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster roads, ideal for getting from point A to point B efficiently. This route is perfect for a spontaneous day trip or a quick transfer between destinations within Florida.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 45.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 45.6-mile trip, with 81% of the route utilizing major arteries like I 95 and FL 312. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.9 miles on I 95, providing a consistent pace. This means you'll experience a more direct and less varied driving experience, characterized by higher speeds and fewer turns. The transition will likely involve moving from interstate travel onto state roads as you near your destination on the coast.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 30.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and FL 312. 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 FL 228 / East Forsyth Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.6 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 0.5 miles (FL 228 / East Forsyth Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
FL 228 / East Forsyth Street
Turn right onto FL 228 / East Forsyth Street
Navigation decision point
6
2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 toward I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Beach, Philips Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Be...
8
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
33.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward FL 16: Saint Augustine, Green Cove Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 318
Toward FL 16: Saint Augustine, Green Cove Sprin...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jacksonville, FL to Saint Augustine Beach, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Green Cove Springs along the way.
Green Cove Springs
33.4 mi in
|
~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 30.9 mi | 34m |
| FL 312 | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Charles Usinas Memorial Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Holmes Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| A1A Beach Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| US 1 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| SR 312E | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Four Mile Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 30.9 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Saint Augustine Beach, FL.
1
Start on US 17
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Union Street
2
Turn right onto Newnan Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Newnan Street
3
Turn right onto FL 228
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Forsyth Street
4
Turn left onto US 1; US 90
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
5
Take the ramp onto US 1; US 90
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
US 1; US 90
Toward I 95 South
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 1
Toward I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Beach, Philips Highway
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
31 mi
·
34 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 318
Toward FL 16: Saint Augustine, Green Cove Springs
10
Continue on FL 16
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Charles Usinas Memorial Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto Four Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Four Mile Road
12
Turn right onto Kenton Morrison Road
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Kenton Morrison Road
13
Continue on North Holmes Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Holmes Boulevard
14
Turn slight left onto SR 312E
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
SR 312E
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on FL 312
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
FL 312
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on A1A Beach Boulevard
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
A1A Beach Boulevard
17
Turn left onto 9th Street
482 ft
·
21 sec
·
9th Street
18
Arrive at destination
9th Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.8 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.8 miles from Jacksonville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Augustine Beach, FL
The final approach into Saint Augustine Beach, FL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.26 one way
$14.52 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $7.90 | $15.79 |
| premium | $4.72 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.07 | $20.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.99 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.38 | $2.92 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Saint Augustine Beach, FL
Night in Saint Augustine Beach on Thursday
Local time
10:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Nocatee, FL
23 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
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
1h 1m 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 Jacksonville, FL to Saint Augustine Beach, FL covers 45.6 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, FL 312, Charles Usinas Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.8 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 $7.26 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 45.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (FL 228 / East Forsyth Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Jacksonville, FL to Saint Augustine Beach, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Green Cove Springs along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Fort Matanzas National Monument.
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