This 314.5-mile journey from Lighthouse Point to Jacksonville is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 49 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I 95, with a small portion on East Sample Road and US 1 at the start. With a projected fuel cost of around $50, this trip is budget-friendly. Given that it's entirely within Florida, you won't cross regional lines, but you'll experience the continuous stretch of the Atlantic coast as you head north. The high highway share of 99% means you'll spend most of your time on faster-paced roads, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B.
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
157.2 miles from Lighthouse Point, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 54m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 49m. Total distance: 314.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a 99% highway-focused experience on this route, meaning you'll be on fast-paced roads for the vast majority of your 314.5 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 309.3 miles, primarily on I 95, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. This profile suggests a drive where efficiency is key, with minimal time spent on slower, more winding local roads. As you travel north through Florida, the character of the drive remains largely consistent due to the dominance of the interstate.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 309.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and East Sample Road. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 314.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 312 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 313.1 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.2 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North: West Palm Beach
6
312 mi into trip|~5h 42m 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...
6
313.1 mi into trip|~5h 45m in|US 1; US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 90 toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street, Prudential Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
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313.1 mi into trip|~5h 45m 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,...
6
314.4 mi into trip|~5h 48m in|US 90 / Beaver Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 90 / Beaver Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
309.3 mi
5h 37m
East Sample Road
2.2 mi
4m
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
Beaver Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Union Street
<0.1 mi
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 309.3 mi, about 5h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lighthouse Point, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on East Sample Road
2.2 mi·4 min·East Sample Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
2
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: West Palm BeachUse the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 95
309 mi·5 hr 37 min·I 95
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
5
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
6
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 StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
8
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
10
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
11
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
12
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
13
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
For this 5 hour and 49 minute drive, starting early is a good strategy to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you'll be covering 314.5 miles. Since it’s a single-day trip, you'll have flexibility with stops, but plan for at least one break to stay refreshed. The fuel cost is estimated at $50, so ensure your tank is full before departing Lighthouse Point. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition from East Sample Road and US 1 onto I 95, as this marks the beginning of the longest stretch of your journey.
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 157.2 miles from Lighthouse Point, FL, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 309.3 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 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 157.2 miles or 2h 54m 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 43m
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 Lighthouse Point, 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 Lighthouse Point, FL
This is one driving day of about 314.5 miles and 5h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Lighthouse Point, 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 309.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 157.2 mi from Lighthouse Point, FL
· 2h 54m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 260.3
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
$15
near mile 281.9
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
$25
near mile 195.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.06 one way
$100.12 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg110 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$54.46
$108.91
premium
$4.72
$58.48
$116.96
diesel
$5.61
$69.44
$138.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110 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
94.4
1
$33.02
$15.10
Efficient EV
78.6
0
$27.52
$12.58
EV Truck/SUV
125.8
1
$44.03
$20.13
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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Lighthouse Point, FL
Late night
in Lighthouse Point on Friday
Local time
1:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Late night
in Jacksonville on Friday
Local time
1:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Clear
S 3 to 9 mph0% chanceLive 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
6 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 49m 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 Lighthouse Point, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 314.5 miles and takes about 5h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, East Sample Road, 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 157.2 miles from Lighthouse Point, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.06 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 314.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 312 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 313.1 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Lighthouse Point, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Matanzas National Monument, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore.
