Origin
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Morning in Lauderdale Lakes on Thursday
Local time
11:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 52m
Distance
315.6 mi
508 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 39m
★
6 AM
5h 52m
8 AM
6h 18m
10 AM
6h 1m
12 PM
5h 59m
3 PM
6h 3m
5 PM
6h 17m
8 PM
5h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Jacksonville, FL
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Lauderdale Lakes to Jacksonville covers 315.6 miles of Florida landscape, typically taking about 5 hours and 52 minutes of drive time. Because this route is almost entirely highway-focused, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $53 for fuel to complete the journey. By utilizing a combination of I-95, Florida’s Turnpike, and US 1, you can navigate the state efficiently. This is a straightforward trek across Florida, perfect for those looking to reach their destination without the need for an overnight stay.
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
157.8 miles from Lauderdale Lakes, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 52m. Total distance: 315.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed, interstate-heavy experience, as 98% of this trip takes place on highways. You will spend a significant portion of your time on I-95, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 219.7 miles that requires steady focus. While you will transition through different segments of the state, the personality of the road remains consistent with high-volume, multi-lane transit. It is a functional, efficient drive designed for speed rather than technical maneuvering. Be prepared for the rhythmic nature of highway travel as you make your way north.
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 219.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 315.6 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 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
8
91.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
7
92.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
6
313.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 45m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Stree...
8
314.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 48m 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,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.
Vero Beach
91.8 mi in
|
~1h 45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 219.7 mi | 3h 57m |
| Florida's Turnpike | 89.3 mi | 1h 38m |
| US 1 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| State Road 7 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West Commercial Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Okeechobee Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 43rd Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest 33rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 219.7 mi, about 3h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lauderdale Lakes, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Northwest 44th Terrace
219 ft
·
11 sec
·
Northwest 44th Terrace
2
Turn right onto Northwest 33rd Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Northwest 33rd Street
3
Continue on Northwest 43rd Avenue
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Northwest 43rd Avenue
4
Turn right onto Northwest 36th Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Northwest 36th Street
5
Turn slight left onto Northwest 37th Street
442 ft
·
21 sec
·
Northwest 37th Street
6
Turn left onto US 441
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
State Road 7
7
Turn left onto SR 870
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Commercial Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward Miami, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike North, Orlando
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
89 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft
·
5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
13
Merge onto FL 70
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Okeechobee Road
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 95
220 mi
·
3 hr 57 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
To make the most of your 6-hour journey, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours around the major hubs you will pass. Since the trip only requires one planned stop, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs before tackling the final leg of the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $53 estimate can fluctuate depending on current market prices and your vehicle's efficiency. Because the route is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace as needed. Planning your single stop around the 219.7-mile stretch on I-95 will help you maintain your momentum throughout the day.
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 157.8 miles from Lauderdale Lakes, FL, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 219.7 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 69 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 157.8 miles or 2h 57m 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 47m
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 Lauderdale Lakes, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Lauderdale Lakes, FL
This is one driving day of about 315.6 miles and 5h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Lauderdale Lakes, 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 219.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 157.8 mi from Lauderdale Lakes, FL · 2h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
158 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 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 157.8 miles from Lauderdale Lakes, 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 219.7 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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.24 one way
$100.47 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
110 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $54.65 | $109.29 |
| premium | $4.72 | $58.68 | $117.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $69.68 | $139.36 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.25
Florida's Turnpike
(89.3 mi)
$6.25
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94.7 | 1 | $33.14 | $15.15 |
| Efficient EV | 78.9 | 0 | $27.62 | $12.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 126.2 | 1 | $44.18 | $20.20 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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.
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Morning in Jacksonville on Thursday
Local time
11:52 AM
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
17 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
5h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 315.6 miles and takes about 5h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Florida's Turnpike, US 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 157.8 miles from Lauderdale Lakes, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.24 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 315.6 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 2.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 92.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lauderdale Lakes, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.
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