Orlando, FL to Oak Hill, FL is 142.9 miles and takes about 2h 41m via I 95, I 4, and West Beltway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This primarily highway-focused drive keeps you within Florida for the entire journey. Expect a relatively straightforward trip with an 86% highway share. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
71.5 miles from Orlando, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 21m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
74.2 mi
1h 20m
I 4
48.6 mi
54m
West Beltway
14.7 mi
16m
Timuquana Road
0.6 mi
1m
West Anderson Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Jacksonville Heights Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Cardan Road
0.1 mi
<1m
South Orange Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 74.2 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orlando, FL and Oak Hill, FL.
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Start on this road
113 ft·4 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto FL 527
458 ft·18 sec·South Orange Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Anderson Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·West Anderson Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·16 sec
Toward I 4 EastUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 4
49 mi·54 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: JacksonvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
74 mi·1 hr 20 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 337Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville BeachesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·1 min
Toward I 295 North: Orange Park, West Beltway
12
Merge onto I 295
15 mi·16 min·West Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 16Toward FL 134: 103rd StreetUse the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto FL 134
0.2 mi·22 sec·Jacksonville Heights Road
15
Continue on FL 134
0.6 mi·1 min·Timuquana Road
16
Turn right onto Cardan Road
0.1 mi·31 sec·Cardan Road
17
Turn right onto Aires Road
76 ft·3 sec·Aires Road
18
Arrive at destination
Aires Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 41m estimated drive time, leaving Orlando in the morning will allow you to reach Oak Hill with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short distance, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to take a break. The fuel cost is estimated at $23, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Orlando, especially considering the longest stretch of 74.2 miles on I 95. Keep an eye out for the transition onto I 4, as this is a key point where the route changes direction.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 71.5 miles from Orlando, FL, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 74.2 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 31 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.5 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Hill, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Orlando, 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 Orlando, FL
This is one driving day of about 142.9 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Orlando, 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 74.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 141.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 4 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 4 East
6
49.2 mi into trip|~56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
7
50.6 mi into trip|~58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
8
125.8 mi into trip|~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches
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 337
Toward I 295 North: Beltway, Orange Park, Jacks...
7
141.8 mi into trip|~2h 39m in
Take the exit toward FL 134: 103rd Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16
Toward FL 134: 103rd Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.75 one way
$45.49 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$24.74
$49.49
premium
$4.72
$26.57
$53.14
diesel
$5.61
$31.55
$63.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.9
0
$15.00
$6.86
Efficient EV
35.7
0
$12.50
$5.72
EV Truck/SUV
57.2
0
$20.01
$9.15
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Orlando, FL
Afternoon
in Orlando on Saturday
Local time
3:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oak Hill, FL
Afternoon
in Oak Hill on Saturday
Local time
3:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
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
2h 41m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
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...
5 mi from route
~14 min detour
$15
near mile 103.5
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
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 88.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 86% of it being on major roadways like I 95, I 4, and West Beltway. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate travel for most of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 74.2 miles on I 95, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While the highway share is high, the drive progresses smoothly between these main arteries, offering a predictable travel experience.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 74.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 142.9 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 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 49.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Orlando, FL and Oak Hill, FL, road signs point toward Jacksonville, Orange Park, Jacksonville Beaches and Beltway.
For the broader urban area including suburbs and other nearby destinations, please see the Greater Orlando article.
Orlando deserves its reputation as the theme park capital of the world, with an estimated 52 million visitors a year. The city is best known for its theme parks Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, but it holds a lot to offer besides those two amusement meccas. Countless hotels and restaurants cater to business conventions and other events hosted by organizations from all over the country. Outside the theme park districts and hotels, however, lies much more to be explored, including downtown, areas of untouched wilderness, world-class museums and theaters, and old towns with dining and nightlife.
At the center of the state of Florida, in Orange County, Orlando is about an hour from each coast.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 142.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 74.2 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Oak Hill, FL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 49.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Fort Matanzas National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oak Hill, FL before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
