Origin
Rotonda West, FL
Afternoon in Rotonda West on Sunday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rotonda West, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Drive Time
5h 40m
Distance
283.2 mi
456 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 28m
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6 AM
5h 41m
8 AM
6h 7m
10 AM
5h 50m
12 PM
5h 48m
3 PM
5h 52m
5 PM
6h 6m
8 PM
5h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rotonda West, FL
DΛVΞ GΛRCIΛ
Jacksonville, FL
Mike Jones
Trip Overview
Traveling from Rotonda West to Jacksonville covers 283.8 miles and takes approximately 4 hours and 44 minutes of drive time. Because this journey stays within Florida, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the Gulf Coast area to the northeast coast. Budgeting around $46 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the trip. Since the duration is under five hours, this route is perfectly manageable as a single-day journey without the need for an overnight stay. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, knowing the route remains entirely local and turn-heavy helps set realistic expectations for your travel day.
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
141.6 miles from Rotonda West, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate sprint, as this route begins with navigation through Golfview Terrace, Golfview Road, and Rotonda Circle. With a highway share of 0%, you should prepare for a driving experience that requires more focus on turns and local road transitions compared to a high-speed motorway. While you won't encounter long, monotonous stretches of highway, the constant navigation through local roads keeps the drive engaging from start to finish. You will need to stay alert at intersections as you make your way across the state, as the lack of highway miles means your pace will be dictated by local traffic patterns.
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 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 163.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 301. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Golfview Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 283.2 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 0.1 miles (Golfview Road): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 184 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Golfview Road
Turn left onto Golfview Road
Navigation decision point
5
20.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Tampa
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
7
184 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m 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
280.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 36m 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
282.2 mi into trip
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~5h 38m 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 75 | 163.4 mi | 2h 56m |
| US 301 | 75.9 mi | 1h 34m |
| I 10 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| Jacaranda Boulevard | 5.2 mi | 10m |
| Placida Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Englewood Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| South Indiana Avenue | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Northwest 70th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 163.4 mi, about 2h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rotonda West, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Golfview Place
143 ft
·
11 sec
·
Golfview Place
2
Turn left onto Golfview Terrace
516 ft
·
27 sec
·
Golfview Terrace
3
Turn left onto Golfview Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Golfview Road
4
Turn right onto Rotonda Circle
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Rotonda Circle
5
Turn left onto Rotonda Boulevard West
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Rotonda Boulevard West
6
Turn right onto CR 775
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Placida Road
7
Turn left onto FL 776
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
South McCall Road
8
Continue on FL 776
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Indiana Avenue
9
Continue on FL 776
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Englewood Road
10
Turn right onto CR 765
4.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Jacaranda Boulevard
11
Enter roundabout onto CR 765
215 ft
·
3 sec
·
Jacaranda Boulevard
12
Continue on CR 765
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jacaranda Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
Use the right lane.
14
Merge onto I 75
163 mi
·
2 hr 56 min
·
I 75
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 358
Toward FL 326
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn slight right
144 ft
·
4 sec
17
Turn slight right onto FL 326
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
FL 326
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on FL 326
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 70th Street
Use the none lane.
19
Turn left onto US 301; US 441
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
US 301; US 441
Use the left lane.
20
Turn straight onto US 301
52 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
US 301
Toward North US 301: Starke
Use the none lane.
21
Continue on US 301
18 mi
·
22 min
·
US 301
Use the none lane.
22
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
23
Merge onto I 10
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 10
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
27
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 17; FL 228
Exit 353B
Toward Union Street, Beaver Street
28
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
29
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
To keep your 4-hour and 44-minute drive efficient, plan to leave early in the morning to avoid the peak congestion often found on local roads. Since you only have one planned stop, use that time to stretch and refuel effectively to stay within your $46 gas budget. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, keep your GPS updated and ready for frequent navigation changes right from the start in Rotonda West. Because this trip is short enough to complete in one day, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on your personal preference for morning or afternoon traffic. Focus on maintaining a steady pace through the local turns to ensure a smooth arrival in Jacksonville.
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 141.6 miles from Rotonda West, FL, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 163.4 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.6 miles or 2h 49m 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 35m
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 Rotonda West, 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 Rotonda West, FL
This is one driving day of about 283.2 miles and 5h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rotonda West, 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 75 for about 163.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 141.6 mi from Rotonda West, FL · 2h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
142 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 141.6 miles from Rotonda West, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 163.4 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
$47.31 one way
$94.62 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $51.24 | $102.49 |
| premium | $4.90 | $54.59 | $109.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.92 | $125.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85 | 1 | $29.74 | $13.59 |
| Efficient EV | 70.8 | 0 | $24.78 | $11.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.3 | 1 | $39.65 | $18.12 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 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.
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Afternoon in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
4:38 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
5h 40m 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 Rotonda West, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 283.2 miles and takes about 5h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, US 301, 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 141.6 miles from Rotonda West, FL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.31 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 20 significant decision points across 283.2 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 0.1 miles (Golfview Road): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 184 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rotonda West, FL to Jacksonville, FL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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