Origin
Lake Panasoffkee, FL
Morning in Lake Panasoffkee on Saturday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 24m
Distance
136.3 mi
219 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 15m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 44m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Panasoffkee, FL
Jose Valverde
Jacksonville, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lake Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 136.3 miles and takes about 2h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on County Road 527 North, I 75 North, FL 326 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.26 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.
Midpoint
68.1 miles from Lake Panasoffkee, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 24m. Total distance: 136.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 24m drive with frequent turns across 136.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
County Road 527 North is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lake Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL is easy. At 2h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lake Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road 527 North | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| FL 326 | — | — |
| Northwest 70th Street | — | — |
| US 301 | — | — |
| I 10 East | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
County Road 527 North
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Panasoffkee, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on the route
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
the route
2
Continue on County Road 527 North
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 527 North
3
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Ocala
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 75 North: Ocala
5
Merge slight left
36 mi
·
38 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward FL 326
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
FL 326
7
Turn slight right
144 ft
·
5 sec
8
Turn slight right
1.1 mi
·
1 min
9
Continue on Northwest 70th Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 70th Street
10
Turn left
5.5 mi
·
6 min
11
Turn straight onto North US 301: Starke
52 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
North US 301: Starke
12
Continue straight
18 mi
·
22 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10 East: Jacksonville
14
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
19 min
15
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
16
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
17
Merge slight left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward Union Street, Beaver Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Union Street, Beaver Street
19
Turn straight onto Union Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 68.1 miles from Lake Panasoffkee, FL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
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 30 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.1 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 58m
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 Panasoffkee, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Panasoffkee, FL
This is one driving day of about 136.3 miles and 2h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Lake Panasoffkee, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.1 mi from Lake Panasoffkee, FL · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.1 miles from Lake Panasoffkee, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$22.26 one way
$44.52 round trip
$4.15/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $24.66 | $49.33 |
| premium | $4.90 | $26.27 | $52.55 |
| diesel | $4.35 | $23.34 | $46.69 |
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: 47.7 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.31 | $6.54 |
| Efficient EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.93 | $5.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.5 | 0 | $19.08 | $8.72 |
Gas CO2
48 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
Jacksonville, FL
Morning in Jacksonville on Saturday
Local time
6:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
1 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 24m 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 Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 136.3 miles and takes about 2h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are County Road 527 North, I 75 North, FL 326. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.1 miles from Lake Panasoffkee, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.26 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.
The drive from Lake Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL is easy. At 2h 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lake Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lake Panasoffkee, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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