Drive Time
5h 45m
Distance
291.3 mi
469 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
Photo: Matt Fitz Gibaud
The drive from Jacksonville, FL to Belle Glade, FL covers 291.3 miles and takes about 5h 45m 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 $48.66 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
145.7 miles from Jacksonville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
This is a 5h 45m highway drive covering 291.3 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.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Southwest Kanner Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 1; US 90 / Main Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 291.3 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 0.6 miles (US 1; US 90 / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto US 1; US 90 / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Between Jacksonville, FL and Belle Glade, FL, road signs point toward Cr 714: Martin Highway, Cr 714 West: Martin Highway and Florida International Agriculture Exposition Center.
Cr 714: Martin Highway
Cr 714 West: Martin Highway
Florida International Agriculture Exposition Center
| 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 |
| Southwest Martin Highway | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Southwest Warfield Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Belle Glade, FL.
Start on US 17
Turn right onto Newnan Street
Turn right onto FL 228
Turn left onto US 1; US 90
Take the ramp onto US 1; US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto CR 714
Turn left onto CR 609
Turn left onto FL 710
Turn left onto Southwest Indiantown Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto FL 76
Turn right onto US 98; US 441
Turn right onto US 98; US 441; FL 15
Turn slight left onto FL 729
Turn left onto US 98; US 441; FL 15
Continue on FL 15; FL 80
Take the exit
Turn sharp left onto FL 15; FL 80
Turn right
Arrive at destination
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.
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 145.7 miles or 2h 41m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belle Glade, FL than in the middle of the route.
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 291.3 miles and 5h 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.7 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 145.7 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 238.1 miles.
The final approach into Belle Glade, 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 Belle Glade, 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.
Regular Gas
$48.66 one way
$97.32 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $52.71 | $105.42 |
| premium | $4.90 | $56.15 | $112.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $64.72 | $129.43 |
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: 101.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.4 | 1 | $30.59 | $13.98 |
| Efficient EV | 72.8 | 0 | $25.49 | $11.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.5 | 1 | $40.78 | $18.64 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Jacksonville on Saturday
Local time
8:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Belle Glade on Saturday
Local time
8:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
65°F
Palm Bay, FL
146 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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