Origin
Quincy, FL
Evening in Quincy on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Quincy, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
185.1 mi
298 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
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6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jacksonville, FL
Mike Jones
Trip Overview
Connecting the Florida Panhandle to the Atlantic coast, this 185.1-mile journey from Quincy to Jacksonville is a straightforward trip designed for efficiency. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 27 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $31 for fuel to cover the distance, which primarily utilizes I-10 to bridge the two cities. Since the drive is manageable in one go, you won't need to worry about overnight lodging unless you prefer a slower pace. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this route offers a clear, predictable path across the state.
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
92.6 miles from Quincy, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you traverse the state, with 92% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. The vast majority of your time—specifically 169.6 miles—will be logged on I-10, providing a consistent and uninterrupted driving rhythm. While you will navigate sections of West Jefferson Street and the Blue Star Highway near your start, the route quickly transitions into a standard interstate grind. This is not a technical or winding drive, but rather a direct corridor that favors steady progress over scenic detours. You will find that the road remains steady and predictable for the duration of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 169.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Blue Star Highway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Ward Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 185.1 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Ward Street
Turn left onto South Ward Street
Navigation decision point
5
12.5 mi into trip
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~18m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Lake City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 10 East: Lake City
5
12.8 mi into trip
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~19m in
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I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
182.8 mi into trip
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~3h 23m 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
184.2 mi into trip
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~3h 25m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 169.6 mi | 3h 3m |
| Blue Star Highway | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| West Jefferson Street | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 95 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 17 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Ward Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Crawford Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 169.6 mi, about 3h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on West Crawford Street
212 ft
·
14 sec
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West Crawford Street
2
Turn left onto South Ward Street
368 ft
·
18 sec
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South Ward Street
3
Turn right onto US 90; FL 12; FL 267
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
West Jefferson Street
4
Continue on US 90
7.5 mi
·
9 min
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Blue Star Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 10 East: Lake City
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 10
170 mi
·
3 hr 3 min
·
I 10
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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I 95
10
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 17; FL 228
Exit 353B
Toward Union Street, Beaver Street
11
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
To make the most of this drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the 3.5-hour trek. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic congestion as you approach the Jacksonville area. Since the route relies so heavily on I-10, keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before entering the longest 169.6-mile interstate stretch to avoid unnecessary stress. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. Keep your navigation system running, as the transition from local roads like Blue Star Highway onto the interstate is the most critical part of your departure.
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 92.6 miles from Quincy, FL, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 169.6 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 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.6 miles or 1h 45m 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 49m
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 Quincy, 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 Quincy, FL
This is one driving day of about 185.1 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Quincy, 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 10 for about 169.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.6 mi from Quincy, FL · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 92.6 miles from Quincy, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 169.6 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.92 one way
$61.84 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $33.49 | $66.99 |
| premium | $4.90 | $35.68 | $71.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.12 | $82.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.44 | $8.88 |
| Efficient EV | 46.3 | 0 | $16.20 | $7.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74 | 0 | $25.91 | $11.85 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Evening in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
6:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
61°F
Perry, FL
93 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 27m 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 Quincy, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 185.1 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 10, Blue Star Highway, West Jefferson Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.6 miles from Quincy, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.92 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 185.1 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (South Ward Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Quincy, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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