Trip from Jacksonville, FL to Tiger Point, FL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

6h 33m

Distance

354.7 mi

571 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$56

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

6h 22m ★

6 AM

6h 34m

8 AM

6h 58m

10 AM

6h 42m

12 PM

6h 40m

3 PM

6h 44m

5 PM

6h 57m

8 PM

6h 27m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Jacksonville, FL to Tiger Point, FL covers 354.7 miles and takes about 6h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 10, Garcon Point Road, Avalon Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 335.4 miles on I 10. At current regular gas prices, budget about $56.46 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

177.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 33m. Total distance: 354.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 33m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 6h 33m highway drive covering 354.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 10 and Garcon Point Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 335.4 miles on I 10.

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

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 335.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Garcon Point Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 33m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 12 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (US 17; FL 228): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

5

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street

Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street

Navigation decision point

5

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street

Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

5

1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 17; FL 228

Take the ramp onto US 17; FL 228 toward I 95 South: Jacksonville

Lane positioning matters here

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

7

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

8

338.2 mi into trip | ~6h 7m in

Take the exit toward CR 191: Milton, Bagdad

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 26 Toward CR 191: Milton, Bagdad

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 10	335.4 mi	6h 1m
Garcon Point Road	8.8 mi	12m
Avalon Boulevard	5.5 mi	7m
US 17	1.1 mi	1m
Gulf Breeze Parkway	0.7 mi	1m
Tiger Point Boulevard	0.7 mi	2m
State Street	0.7 mi	1m
Ganges Trail	0.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 10 — 335.4 mi, about 6h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Tiger Point, FL.

1

Start on US 17

210 ft · 12 sec · Union Street

2

Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228

281 ft · 15 sec · Ocean Street

3

Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

4

Continue on US 17; US 23; FL 228

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Kings Road

5

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.

6

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

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

7

Merge onto I 10; US 17; FL 228

335 mi · 6 hr 1 min · I 10; US 17; FL 228

Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.

8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Exit 26 Toward CR 191: Milton, Bagdad Use the straight / slight right lanes.

9

Turn left onto CR 191

7.2 mi · 10 min · Garcon Point Road

10

At end of road, turn left onto FL 281 Toll

1.6 mi · 2 min · Garcon Point Road

11

Continue on FL 281 Toll

5.5 mi · 7 min · Avalon Boulevard

12

Turn left onto US 98

0.7 mi · 1 min · Gulf Breeze Parkway

Use the left lane.

13

Turn right onto Tiger Point Boulevard

0.7 mi · 2 min · Tiger Point Boulevard

14

Turn left onto Ganges Trail

0.3 mi · 1 min · Ganges Trail

15

At end of road, turn left onto West Madura Road

0.1 mi · 32 sec · West Madura Road

16

Arrive at destination

West Madura Road

Trip Plan

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 177.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL, or about 3h 14m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 335.4 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 78 miles or 1h 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 177.4 miles or 3h 14m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 20m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, FL

This is one driving day of about 354.7 miles and 6h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 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 10 for about 335.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 177.4 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 3h 14m into the drive

city in and county seat of Gadsden County, Florida, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Quincy, FL

177 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

Live Oak, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Quincy, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 177.4 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 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 335.4 miles.

Arriving in Tiger Point, FL

The final approach into Tiger Point, 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 Tiger Point, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gulf Islands National Seashore

National Seashore

Millions of visitors are drawn to the Gulf of America for Gulf Islands National Seashore's emerald coast waters, magnificent white beaches, fertile marshes and historical landscapes. Come explore with...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour $25 near mile 354.7

Park Closure: Fort Pickens Campground Restroom A Loop Closure

Caution: Road workers on Park Road in Davis Bayou

View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$56.46 one way

$112.92 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 124 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$61.42	$122.83
premium	$4.72	$65.95	$131.91
diesel	$5.61	$78.31	$156.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$56

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$81–$106

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 124.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	106.4	1	$37.24	$17.03
Efficient EV	88.7	1	$31.04	$14.19
EV Truck/SUV	141.9	1	$49.66	$22.70

Gas CO2

124 kg

EV CO2

41 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Jacksonville, FL

Afternoon in Jacksonville on Thursday

Local time

1:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tiger Point, FL

Afternoon in Tiger Point on Thursday

Local time

12:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

81°F

Quincy, FL

177 mi in

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

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

13 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

6h 33m 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 Jacksonville, FL to Tiger Point, FL covers 354.7 miles and takes about 6h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 10, Garcon Point Road, Avalon Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 177.4 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 $56.46 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.

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 33m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 12 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (US 17; FL 228): Lane positioning matters here.

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

Yes. Nearby national parks include Gulf Islands National Seashore.

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