Trip from Jacksonville, FL to South Bay, FL

Drive Time

5h 52m

Distance

295.4 mi

475 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 40m ★

6 AM

5h 53m

8 AM

6h 19m

10 AM

6h 2m

12 PM

5h 59m

3 PM

6h 3m

5 PM

6h 18m

8 PM

5h 45m

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

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Jacksonville, FL

Mike Jones

Trip Overview

The drive from Jacksonville, FL to South Bay, FL covers 295.4 miles and takes about 5h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, Southwest Kanner Highway, Southwest Allapatah Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 238.1 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $49.35 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

147.7 miles from Jacksonville, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 5h 52m highway drive covering 295.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Southwest Kanner Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 238.1 miles on I 95.

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 238.1 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

49 ft 16 ft

Total Climb

90 ft

Total Descent

89 ft

Highest Point

49 ft

~123.1 mi in

Elevation Range

34 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Southwest Kanner Highway. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near US 1.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 295.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 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; at 240.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

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...

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

240.6 mi into trip | ~4h 23m in

Take the exit toward FL 714, CR 714: Martin Highway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 110 Toward FL 714, CR 714: Martin Highway

240.9 mi into trip | ~4h 24m in

Keep slight right at fork toward CR 714 West: Martin Highway, Florida International Agriculture Exposition Center

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward CR 714 West: Martin Highway, Florida Int...

258.4 mi into trip | ~4h 53m in | FL 76 / Southwest Kanner Highway

At end of road, turn left onto FL 76 / Southwest Kanner Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Along This Route

Between Jacksonville, FL and South Bay, FL, road signs point toward Cr 714: Martin Highway, Cr 714 West: Martin Highway and Florida International Agriculture Exposition Center.

Cr 714: Martin Highway

240.6 mi in | ~4h 23m

Cr 714 West: Martin Highway

240.9 mi in | ~4h 24m

Florida International Agriculture Exposition Center

240.9 mi in | ~4h 24m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	238.1 mi	4h 17m
Southwest Kanner Highway	11.5 mi	16m
Southwest Allapatah Road	9.1 mi	15m
Conners Highway	8.4 mi	12m
Belle Glade Road	6.3 mi	10m
Main Street	5.7 mi	10m
Southwest Martin Highway	5.4 mi	7m
Southwest Warfield Boulevard	2.6 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 238.1 mi, about 4h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and South Bay, FL.

Start on US 17

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Union Street

Turn right onto Newnan Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Newnan Street

Turn right onto FL 228

0.1 mi · 23 sec · East Forsyth Street

Turn left onto US 1; US 90

0.5 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Take the ramp onto US 1; US 90

0.9 mi · 2 min · US 1; US 90

Toward I 95 South

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

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 95

238 mi · 4 hr 17 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Exit 110 Toward FL 714, CR 714: Martin Highway

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward CR 714 West: Martin Highway, Florida International Agriculture Exposition Center Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto CR 714

5.4 mi · 7 min · Southwest Martin Highway

Turn left onto CR 609

9.1 mi · 15 min · Southwest Allapatah Road

Turn left onto FL 710

2.6 mi · 4 min · Southwest Warfield Boulevard

Turn left onto Southwest Indiantown Avenue

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Southwest Indiantown Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto FL 76

11 mi · 16 min · Southwest Kanner Highway

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto US 98; US 441

8.4 mi · 12 min · Conners Highway

Turn right onto US 98; US 441; FL 15

1.5 mi · 3 min · Everglades Street

Turn slight left onto FL 729

2.3 mi · 3 min · North State Market Road

Turn left onto US 98; US 441; FL 15

6.3 mi · 10 min · Belle Glade Road

Continue on FL 15; FL 80

5.2 mi · 9 min · Main Street

Continue on FL 80

1.8 mi · 3 min · East Palm Beach Road

Turn left onto US 27

80 ft · 10 sec · US 27

Arrive at destination

US 27

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 147.7 miles from Jacksonville, FL, or about 2h 43m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 238.1 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 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 147.7 miles or 2h 43m 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 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Bay, 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 295.4 miles and 5h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 95 for about 238.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 147.7 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 2h 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Saint Lucie, FL

148 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

Ormond Beach, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Palm Bay, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.7 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 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 238.1 miles.

Arriving in South Bay, FL

The final approach into South Bay, 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 South Bay, 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

$49.35 one way

$98.69 round trip

$4.24/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$53.45	$106.90
premium	$4.90	$56.94	$113.88
diesel	$5.64	$65.63	$131.26

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	88.6	1	$31.02	$14.18
Efficient EV	73.9	0	$25.85	$11.82
EV Truck/SUV	118.2	1	$41.36	$18.91

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 22 hours ago

Origin

Jacksonville, FL

Evening in Jacksonville on Sunday

Local time

5:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

South Bay, FL

Evening in South Bay on Sunday

Local time

5:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°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

5h 52m 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 South Bay, FL covers 295.4 miles and takes about 5h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 95, Southwest Kanner Highway, Southwest Allapatah 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 147.7 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 $49.35 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.

Between Jacksonville, FL and South Bay, FL, road signs point toward Cr 714: Martin Highway, Cr 714 West: Martin Highway and Florida International Agriculture Exposition Center.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 16 ft to 49 ft elevation with about 90 ft of total climbing.