Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
129.9 mi
209 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Photo: DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
The drive from Jacksonville, FL to Tavares, FL covers 129.9 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, FL 19, East State Road 40 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.5 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
65 miles from Jacksonville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
This is a 2h 53m highway drive covering 129.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and FL 19. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.5 miles on I 95.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and FL 19. 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 20 significant decision points across 129.9 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
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 1: Bunnell
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 50.5 mi | 55m |
| FL 19 | 19.9 mi | 30m |
| East State Road 40 | 16.2 mi | 22m |
| US 1 | 15.2 mi | 20m |
| West Moody Boulevard | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| FL 11 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| CR 445A | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| US Highway 441 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Tavares, 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 US 1
Enter roundabout onto US 1
Continue on US 1
Turn right onto FL 11
Enter roundabout onto FL 11
Continue on FL 11
Turn right onto FL 40
Turn left onto CR 445A
At end of road, turn left onto FL 19
Turn right onto West Lakeview Avenue
Continue on Kurt Street
Turn right onto David Walker Drive
Turn right onto Mount Homer Road
Turn right onto US 441; FL 19
Turn left onto North Saint Clair Abrams Avenue
Turn left onto CR Old 441
Arrive at destination
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.
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 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 17m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tavares, 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 129.9 miles and 2h 53m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65 mi from Jacksonville, FL · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 65 miles from Jacksonville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Tavares, 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 Tavares, FL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$21.70 one way
$43.40 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $23.50 | $47.01 |
| premium | $4.90 | $25.04 | $50.08 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.86 | $57.72 |
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: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39 | 0 | $13.64 | $6.24 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.37 | $5.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52 | 0 | $18.19 | $8.31 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Night in Jacksonville on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Tavares on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
61°F
DeLand, FL
65 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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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