Drive Time
6h 18m
Distance
338.7 mi
545 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
The drive from Jacksonville, FL to Miami Lakes, FL covers 338.7 miles and takes about 6h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Newnan Street, East Forsyth Street, Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $56.58 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
169.3 miles from Jacksonville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 18m drive with frequent turns across 338.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 18m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jacksonville, FL to Miami Lakes, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Newnan Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Forsyth Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FL 70 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| FL 70 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Okeechobee Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Miami Lakes, FL.
Start on Union Street
Turn right onto Newnan Street
Turn right onto East Forsyth Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Take the ramp straight toward I 95 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Beach, Philips Highway
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
Keep slight right to continue on FL 70 West: Okeechobee
Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
Take the ramp left
Keep slight left to continue on Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward Florida's Turnpike Toll South, Homestead
Keep slight left to continue on Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward SR 823: Red Road, Northwest 57th Avenue
Keep slight left to continue on SR 823 South: Hialeah
Turn left onto Red Road
Continue on Northwest 57th Avenue
Turn right onto Miami Lakes Drive East
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.3 miles or 3h 9m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Miami Lakes, 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 338.7 miles and 6h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 169.3 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 3h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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 169.3 miles from Jacksonville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Miami Lakes, 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 Miami Lakes, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$56.58 one way
$113.16 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $61.29 | $122.57 |
| premium | $4.90 | $65.29 | $130.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $75.25 | $150.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$57
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.6 | 1 | $35.56 | $16.26 |
| Efficient EV | 84.7 | 0 | $29.64 | $13.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.5 | 1 | $47.42 | $21.68 |
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Jacksonville on Saturday
Local time
6:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Miami Lakes on Saturday
Local time
6:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
64°F
Port Saint Lucie, FL
169 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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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