Origin
Lake Butler, FL
Evening in Lake Butler on Wednesday
Local time
8:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Butler, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
152.4 mi
245 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Butler, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Jacksonville, FL
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Trip Overview
This 152.4-mile journey from Lake Butler, Florida, to Jacksonville, Florida, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in about 3 hours. With 93% of the route on highways, it's a highly efficient trip, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $24 for this drive. The route is primarily focused on efficient travel, connecting two points within the state of Florida. Given its manageable duration and highway-centric nature, this trip is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.
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
76.2 miles from Lake Butler, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 152.4-mile trip, with 93% of the mileage on major roadways like I-95 and I-4. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 86.1 miles on I-95, which emphasizes the efficient, high-speed nature of this route. While Conroy Road offers a brief transition, the overall character is that of a quick and direct connection between Lake Butler and Jacksonville. This isn't a route for leisurely sightseeing; it's designed for getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 86.1 miles.
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 0.9 miles in near 6th Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 152.4 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 0.9 miles (6th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
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6th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 6th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
7.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the ramp toward I 4 East: Downtown, Orlando
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 4 East: Downtown, Orlando
6
61.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
7
62.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
8
151.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
|
US 1; US 90
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 90 toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 86.1 mi | 1h 34m |
| I 4 | 53.7 mi | 1h 1m |
| Conroy Road | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Conroy Windermere Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| 6th Avenue | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| US 1 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 86.1 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Butler, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
45 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Pine Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Pine Street
3
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
2nd Avenue
4
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Main Street
5
Enter roundabout onto Main Street
75 ft
·
1 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on Main Street
408 ft
·
8 sec
·
Main Street
7
Enter roundabout onto 6th Avenue
155 ft
·
5 sec
·
6th Avenue
8
Continue on 6th Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
6th Avenue
9
Continue on Conroy Windermere Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Conroy Windermere Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on Conroy Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Conroy Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 4 East: Downtown, Orlando
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 4
54 mi
·
1 hr 1 min
·
I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 95
86 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 90
287 ft
·
6 sec
·
US 1; US 90
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street, Prudential Drive
19
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 90
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 1; US 90
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn left
132 ft
·
11 sec
21
Turn right
121 ft
·
14 sec
22
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Beaver Street
23
Turn right
175 ft
·
13 sec
24
At end of road, turn right
124 ft
·
11 sec
25
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
Union Street
26
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour drive, leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid any potential traffic delays as you approach Jacksonville. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 86.1 miles, you won't need to plan for extensive breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $24, and ensure you're topped off before heading out. The flexibility of a single-day trip means you can adjust your departure time slightly if needed, but a prompt start will ensure a smooth arrival.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.2 miles from Lake Butler, FL, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.1 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 34 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.2 miles or 1h 35m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lake Butler, 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 Lake Butler, FL
This is one driving day of about 152.4 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Lake Butler, 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 86.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.2 mi from Lake Butler, FL · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.2 miles from Lake Butler, 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 86.1 miles.
Arriving in Jacksonville, FL
The final approach into Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, 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
$24.26 one way
$48.52 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $26.39 | $52.78 |
| premium | $4.72 | $28.34 | $56.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.65 | $67.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.7 | 0 | $16.00 | $7.32 |
| Efficient EV | 38.1 | 0 | $13.33 | $6.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61 | 0 | $21.34 | $9.75 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Jacksonville, FL
Evening in Jacksonville on Wednesday
Local time
8:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 2m 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 Lake Butler, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 152.4 miles and takes about 3h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, I 4, Conroy Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.2 miles from Lake Butler, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 21 significant decision points across 152.4 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 0.9 miles (6th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 61.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lake Butler, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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