Origin
New Port Richey, FL
Morning in New Port Richey on Wednesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
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Live forecast
Trip from New Port Richey, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 9m
Distance
199.7 mi
321 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 56m
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6 AM
4h 9m
8 AM
4h 35m
10 AM
4h 18m
12 PM
4h 16m
3 PM
4h 20m
5 PM
4h 34m
8 PM
4h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Port Richey, FL
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Jacksonville, FL
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Trip Overview
The drive from New Port Richey, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 199.7 miles and takes about 4h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 301, I 75, I 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 75.9 miles on US 301. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
99.8 miles from New Port Richey, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 4h 9m highway drive covering 199.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 301 and I 75. The longest continuous stretch is about 75.9 miles on US 301.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 301 is the longest continuous segment at about 75.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 301 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in.
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 199.7 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 12.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
5
12.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Turn left toward FL 589 Toll: Brooksville
Navigation decision point
Toward FL 589 Toll: Brooksville
8
15.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward FL 52: San Antonio, Dade City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward FL 52: San Antonio, Dade City
7
100.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
Take the exit toward FL 326
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 358
Toward FL 326
8
197.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savan...
6
198.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 6m in
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US 17; FL 228
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228 toward Union Street, Beaver Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 353B
Toward Union Street, Beaver 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 New Port Richey, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Dade City along the way.
Dade City
15.2 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 301 | 75.9 mi | 1h 34m |
| I 75 | 70.5 mi | 1h 15m |
| I 10 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| State Road 52 | 13.9 mi | 20m |
| Ridge Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Decubellis Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Suncoast Parkway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Massachusetts Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 301
— 75.9 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Port Richey, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Tennessee Avenue
113 ft
·
7 sec
·
Tennessee Avenue
2
Turn right onto Grand Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Grand Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on Nebraska Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Nebraska Avenue
5
Continue on Main Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Main Street
6
Turn left onto CR 77
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rowan Road
7
Turn right onto CR 587
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Massachusetts Avenue
8
Continue on CR 587
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Decubellis Road
9
Turn right onto CR 524
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Ridge Road
10
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward FL 589 Toll: Brooksville
11
Merge onto FL 589 Toll
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Suncoast Parkway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 27
Toward FL 52: San Antonio, Dade City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto FL 52
14 mi
·
20 min
·
State Road 52
Use the straight lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North: Ocala
15
Merge onto I 75
70 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 358
Toward FL 326
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn slight right
144 ft
·
4 sec
18
Turn slight right onto FL 326
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
FL 326
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on FL 326
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 70th Street
20
Turn left onto US 301; US 441
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 301; US 441
Use the left lane.
21
Turn straight onto US 301
52 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
US 301
Toward North US 301: Starke
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on US 301
18 mi
·
22 min
·
US 301
23
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
24
Merge onto I 10
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
28
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 17; FL 228
Exit 353B
Toward Union Street, Beaver Street
29
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
30
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
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 99.8 miles from New Port Richey, FL, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.9 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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.8 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 23m
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 New Port Richey, 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 New Port Richey, FL
This is one driving day of about 199.7 miles and 4h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New Port Richey, 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 US 301 for about 75.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99.8 mi from New Port Richey, FL · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.8 miles from New Port Richey, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 301 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.9 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
$31.79 one way
$63.57 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $34.58 | $69.16 |
| premium | $4.72 | $37.13 | $74.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.09 | $88.18 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.15
Suncoast Parkway
(2.5 mi)
$0.15
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
$32
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.9 | 0 | $20.97 | $9.59 |
| Efficient EV | 49.9 | 0 | $17.47 | $7.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.9 | 0 | $27.96 | $12.78 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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 Wednesday
Local time
6:08 AM
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
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
4h 9m 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 New Port Richey, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 199.7 miles and takes about 4h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 301, I 75, I 10. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99.8 miles from New Port Richey, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.79 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 199.7 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 12.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 15.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from New Port Richey, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Dade City along the way.
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