Parkland, FL to Jacksonville, FL is 308.6 miles and takes about 5h 46m via I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that keeps you moving efficiently between two points within Florida. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on major interstates, making it a practical choice if you prioritize speed and minimal detours. With a recommended one-day travel time, it's a feasible trip for most drivers looking to cover ground without much fuss. Expect a consistent driving experience as you head north through the state.
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
154.3 miles from Parkland, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 56m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 46m. Total distance: 308.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 96% of the drive taking place on major roadways like I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 219.7 miles on I 95, so be prepared for extended periods of high-speed driving. The character of the drive is largely consistent, characterized by smooth, fast travel. While State Road 7 offers a brief change of pace, the primary personality of this journey is that of a direct interstate transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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 0.2 miles in near Holmberg Road.
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 25 significant decision points across 308.6 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 0.2 miles (Holmberg Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Holmberg Road
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
8.3 mi into trip|~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
8
84.8 mi into trip|~1h 39m 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
85.9 mi into trip|~1h 41m 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
8
307.3 mi into trip|~5h 42m 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 Parkland, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.
Vero Beach
84.8 mi in|~1h 39m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
219.7 mi
3h 57m
Florida's Turnpike
76 mi
1h 22m
State Road 7
2.6 mi
4m
Holmberg Road
2.2 mi
5m
Lyons Road
1.3 mi
2m
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
Glades Road
1.1 mi
2m
West Palmetto Park Road
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 219.7 mi, about 3h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parkland, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Holmberg Road
0.2 mi·22 sec·Holmberg Road
2
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
111 ft·6 sec·Holmberg Road
3
Continue on Holmberg Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Holmberg Road
4
Enter roundabout onto Holmberg Road
93 ft·2 sec·Holmberg Road
5
Continue on Holmberg Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Holmberg Road
6
Turn left onto US 441; FL 7
2.6 mi·4 min·State Road 7
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto CR 798
1.0 mi·1 min·West Palmetto Park Road
8
Turn left onto Lyons Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Lyons Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto SR 808
1.1 mi·2 min·Glades Road
10
Turn left
63 ft·1 sec
11
Take the ramp
401 ft·9 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll, Miami, Orlando
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward Florida's Turnpike Toll North, Orlando
13
Merge onto SR 91
76 mi·1 hr 22 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·53 sec
Exit 152Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero BeachUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft·5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
16
Merge onto FL 70
0.3 mi·35 sec·Okeechobee Road
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto I 95
220 mi·3 hr 57 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
21
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
22
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.
23
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
24
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
25
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
26
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
27
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
28
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
29
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
For this 5h 46m drive, departing Parkland, FL in the morning will allow you to reach Jacksonville, FL with plenty of daylight to spare. Given the highway-focused nature and a single recommended stop, consider planning your break around the halfway point or a bit further along I 95 to maximize your time on the road. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major exit could be over 200 miles. The estimated fuel cost of $49 is helpful for budgeting, but always factor in potential price fluctuations.
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 154.3 miles from Parkland, FL, or about 2h 56m 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 68 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.3 miles or 2h 56m 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 42m
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 Parkland, 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 Parkland, FL
This is one driving day of about 308.6 miles and 5h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Parkland, 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 154.3 mi from Parkland, FL
· 2h 56m 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
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 255.4
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
~18 min detour
$15
near mile 276.7
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
~23 min detour
$25
near mile 191.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.12 one way
$98.24 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg108 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$53.43
$106.87
premium
$4.72
$57.38
$114.77
diesel
$5.61
$68.13
$136.27
Estimated Tolls: $5.32
Florida's Turnpike
(76 mi)$5.32
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
$49
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
92.6
1
$32.40
$14.81
Efficient EV
77.2
0
$27.00
$12.34
EV Truck/SUV
123.4
1
$43.20
$19.75
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (67% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Parkland, FL
Night
in Parkland on Friday
Local time
10:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Night
in Jacksonville on Friday
Local time
10:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
5h 46m 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 Parkland, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 308.6 miles and takes about 5h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Florida's Turnpike, State Road 7. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 154.3 miles from Parkland, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.12 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 25 significant decision points across 308.6 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 0.2 miles (Holmberg Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Parkland, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.
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.
