Origin
Neptune Beach, FL
Evening in Neptune Beach on Sunday
Local time
7:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Neptune Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Drive Time
29m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
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6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Neptune Beach, FL
Brent Singleton
Jacksonville, FL
Mike Jones
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition from the coast to the city, the 16.7-mile trip from Neptune Beach to Jacksonville is a straightforward commute. You can expect to spend about 29 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect one-day journey that requires no overnight stops. Your route primarily utilizes Atlantic Boulevard, the Arlington Expressway, and 3rd Street to connect these two Florida locations. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical drive for locals or visitors. Because the distance is so short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about lengthy travel logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
8.3 miles from Neptune Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 16.7-mile excursion offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the journey engaging. You will spend roughly 36% of your time on highways, providing a balanced experience between local roads and faster arterial stretches. The longest uninterrupted portion of your trip spans 9.3 miles along Atlantic Boulevard, allowing you to settle into a steady rhythm after leaving the beach area. As you transition from the coastal streets of Neptune Beach toward the urban core of Jacksonville, the character of the road shifts from neighborhood-adjacent driving to more direct transit corridors. It is a functional, efficient path that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate-focused drive.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Atlantic Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 9.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near SR A1A; SR 10 / Atlantic Boulevard.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (SR A1A; SR 10 / Atlantic Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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SR A1A; SR 10 / Atlantic Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto SR A1A; SR 10 / Atlantic Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
16.2 mi into trip
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~28m in
Take the exit toward Liberty Street North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Liberty Street North
4
16.6 mi into trip
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~29m in
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US 1 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 1 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
16.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
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US 17 / Union Street
Turn left onto US 17 / Union Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Boulevard | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Arlington Expressway | 6 mi | 9m |
| 3rd Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Atlantic Boulevard
— 9.3 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Neptune Beach, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on SR A1A
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Street
Use the none lane.
2
At end of road, turn left onto SR A1A; SR 10
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on Arlington Expressway
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Arlington Expressway
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit
312 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Liberty Street North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn straight onto State Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
State Street
6
Turn left onto US 1
280 ft
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
7
Turn left onto US 17
177 ft
·
4 sec
·
Union Street
8
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 29-minute trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best suits your plans without needing to schedule mid-route breaks. While the drive is short, keep in mind that the 36% highway share suggests you may encounter varying traffic density, so checking local conditions before heading out is a smart move. Because the entire route is under 17 miles, you won't need to worry about refueling mid-trip, as your $3 estimated fuel cost is easily manageable for a single tank. My best advice is to utilize Atlantic Boulevard for the bulk of your navigation, as it serves as the backbone of this route. Enjoy the ease of such a short transit between the Florida coast and the city center.
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 8.3 miles from Neptune Beach, FL, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 16.7 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
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 Neptune Beach, 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 Neptune Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 16.7 miles and 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Neptune Beach, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Atlantic Boulevard for about 9.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Neptune Beach, FL · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.3 miles from Neptune Beach, 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
$2.79 one way
$5.58 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.02 | $6.04 |
| premium | $4.90 | $3.22 | $6.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Evening in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
7:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
2 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
29m 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 Neptune Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 16.7 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Atlantic Boulevard, Arlington Expressway, 3rd Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 miles from Neptune Beach, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.79 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.
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (SR A1A; SR 10 / Atlantic Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.6 miles (US 1 / Main Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Neptune Beach, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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