Origin
Jacksonville, FL
Evening in Jacksonville on Thursday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jacksonville, FL to Winter Park, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 42m
Distance
138.8 mi
223 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 32m
★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 36m
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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Winter Park, FL
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Trip Overview
This 138.8-mile drive from Jacksonville, FL to Winter Park, FL is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-95 and I-4, with a brief stretch on Fairbanks Avenue, this route is heavily highway-focused, making up 95% of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, it's an economical option for a quick Florida excursion. The drive is straightforward, designed for efficient travel between these two Florida destinations. It’s a practical choice if you're looking to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 138.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 95% of the drive on major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-95, including an uninterrupted stretch of 86.4 miles. The transition to I-4 will guide you further south, and Fairbanks Avenue offers a brief, more local road experience as you approach your destination. This drive is characterized by its speed and efficiency, typical of long-distance interstate travel within Florida.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 86.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
92 ft
16 ft
Total Climb
166 ft
Total Descent
91 ft
Highest Point
92 ft
~138.8 mi in
Elevation Range
76 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near US 1.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 138.8 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 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 88.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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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
8
88.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway
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 260C-B-A
Toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlan...
8
90.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 4 West: Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 260B
Toward I 4 West: Orlando
7
135.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Take the exit toward FL 426: Fairbanks Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 87
Toward FL 426: Fairbanks Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jacksonville, FL and Winter Park, FL, road signs point toward Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway and Daytona.
Orlando
88.9 mi in
|
~1h 40m
International Airport
88.9 mi in
|
~1h 40m
International Speedway
88.9 mi in
|
~1h 40m
Daytona
89.3 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 86.4 mi | 1h 34m |
| I 4 | 44.6 mi | 50m |
| Fairbanks Avenue | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Osceola Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Newnan Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Brewer Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 86.4 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Winter Park, 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
86 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 260C-B-A
Toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on this road
513 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
Exit 260 C B A
Toward I 4, US 92, FL 400: Daytona Beach, Orlando
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 4, FL 400: Orlando, South Daytona
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 260B
Toward I 4 West: Orlando
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on I 4
37 mi
·
40 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 4
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 87
Toward FL 426: Fairbanks Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn slight left onto FL 426
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Fairbanks Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on FL 426
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Osceola Avenue
18
Continue on FL 426
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Brewer Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
FL 426
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 42 minutes, this trip is best suited for a single day. Departing in the morning, before peak traffic, is advisable to maximize your time. You'll encounter one primary highway shift from I-95 to I-4, so keep an eye on signage. With a fuel cost of around $22, it's wise to ensure you have enough gas before starting, as the longest uninterrupted stretch is 86.4 miles on I-95. Consider planning your one stop strategically along I-95 for a break before the transition to I-4.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.4 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 31 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.4 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Winter Park, 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 138.8 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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 86.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.4 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 95 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.4 miles.
Arriving in Winter Park, FL
The final approach into Winter Park, 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 Winter Park, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.09 one way
$44.19 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $24.03 | $48.07 |
| premium | $4.72 | $25.81 | $51.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.65 | $61.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.57 | $6.66 |
| Efficient EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.15 | $5.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.43 | $8.88 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Winter Park, FL
Evening in Winter Park on Thursday
Local time
5:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
18 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
2h 42m 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 Winter Park, FL covers 138.8 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 4, Fairbanks Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.4 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 $22.09 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 138.8 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.
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 88.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jacksonville, FL and Winter Park, FL, road signs point toward Orlando, International Airport, International Speedway and Daytona.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 16 ft to 92 ft elevation with about 166 ft of total climbing.
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