Trip from South Gate Ridge, FL to Jacksonville, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 54m

Distance

252.7 mi

407 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 41m ★

6 AM

4h 55m

8 AM

5h 22m

10 AM

5h 4m

12 PM

5h 1m

3 PM

5h 5m

5 PM

5h 20m

8 PM

4h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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South Gate Ridge, FL

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city in Duval County, and largest city in State of Florida, United States

Jacksonville, FL

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Trip Overview

The drive from South Gate Ridge, FL to Jacksonville, FL covers 252.7 miles and takes about 4h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, US 301, I 10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 149.3 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $40.22 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

126.4 miles from South Gate Ridge, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	149.3 mi	2h 40m
US 301	75.9 mi	1h 34m
I 10	16.8 mi	19m
Bee Ridge Road	3 mi	5m
Northwest 70th Street	1.5 mi	2m
FL 326	1.1 mi	1m
Beneva Road	0.8 mi	1m
Union Street	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 149.3 mi, about 2h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Gate Ridge, FL and Jacksonville, FL.

Start on Naomi Ridge Lane

242 ft · 12 sec · Naomi Ridge Lane

Turn right onto CR 773

0.8 mi · 1 min · Beneva Road

Turn right onto FL 758

3.0 mi · 5 min · Bee Ridge Road

Use the slight right lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 75 North: Tampa Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 75

149 mi · 2 hr 40 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Exit 358 Toward FL 326 Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn slight right

144 ft · 4 sec

Turn slight right onto FL 326

1.1 mi · 1 min · FL 326

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on FL 326

1.5 mi · 2 min · Northwest 70th Street

Turn left onto US 301; US 441

5.5 mi · 6 min · US 301; US 441

Use the left lane.

Turn straight onto US 301

52 mi · 1 hr 5 min · US 301

Toward North US 301: Starke Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 301

18 mi · 22 min · US 301

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 East: Jacksonville

Merge onto I 10

17 mi · 19 min · I 10

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 33 sec

Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 56 sec

Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

0.7 mi · 1 min · I 95

Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228

0.2 mi · 26 sec · US 17; FL 228

Exit 353B Toward Union Street, Beaver Street

Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228

0.7 mi · 1 min · Union Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

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 126.4 miles from South Gate Ridge, FL, or about 2h 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.3 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 56 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 126.4 miles or 2h 19m 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 56m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, FL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving South Gate Ridge, FL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 South Gate Ridge, FL

This is one driving day of about 252.7 miles and 4h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from South Gate Ridge, 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 149.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

human settlement in Florida, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Citra, FL

126 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

Apollo Beach, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bushnell, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 126.4 miles from South Gate Ridge, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 149.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Artessence Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 252.7

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lutz, Florida

0.6 mi

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Lutz, Florida

0.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Setlan Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.7

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+19044799975

Visit website

Birdie Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

0.5 mi

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

1.9 mi

Artessence Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 252.7

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.2

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18139498299

Visit website

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 72.2

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18139492428

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 252.7

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19043745789

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 144.4

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Empire Coffee & Deli

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 72.2

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+17276017816

Visit website

Setlan Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.7

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+19044799975

Visit website

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.7

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

Visit website

Grounds of Grace

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 252.7

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18508435600

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 126.4

Wildwood, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13523523155

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 144.4

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 54.2

Tampa, Florida

+18136274225

Visit website

Carson Springs Wildlife Foundation

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 198.6

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13524682827

Visit website

New Tampa Recreational Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 72.2

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+18139752794

Visit website

Basketball (John H. Marble Rec Center)

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 18.1

Bradenton, Florida

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+19417456030

Visit website

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 0.9 and 251.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.9 mi into trip | ~1m in | FL 758 / Bee Ridge Road

Turn right onto FL 758 / Bee Ridge Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

3.9 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Tampa

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 75 North: Tampa

153.6 mi into trip | ~2h 48m 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

250.4 mi into trip | ~4h 50m 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...

251.8 mi into trip | ~4h 52m in | 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.22 one way

$80.45 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.40	$43.75	$87.51
premium	$4.72	$46.99	$93.98
diesel	$5.61	$55.79	$111.59

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	75.8	0	$26.53	$12.13
Efficient EV	63.2	0	$22.11	$10.11
EV Truck/SUV	101.1	1	$35.38	$16.17

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 17, 2026

Origin

South Gate Ridge, FL

Afternoon in South Gate Ridge on Saturday

Local time

2:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jacksonville, FL

Afternoon in Jacksonville on Saturday

Local time

2:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Mostly Clear

S 3 to 14 mph 0% chance 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

2 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 54m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

De Soto National Memorial

National Memorial

In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 26.1

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

252.7 mi in 4h 54m, mostly highway — 149.3 mi of that is on I 75.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 149.3 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 0.9 miles in near FL 758 / Bee Ridge Road.

Driving Effort 7/10

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 252.7 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 0.9 miles (FL 758 / Bee Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 153.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Arriving in Jacksonville, FL

Full guide →

Jacksonville occupies one of the most coveted spots on the Atlantic coast. Set amongst abundant beaches and possessing an ideal subtropical climate, its crown jewel is the unique habitat and natural beauty of the St. Johns River. For this reason and more, "The River City" is a popular destination for vacationers looking for a laid-back Sunshine State escape.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 54m. Total distance: 252.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 149.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Jacksonville, 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.

Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Jacksonville, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Artessence Coffee Shop

Setlan Coffee Co.

Artessence Coffee Shop

Raining Berries - Lutz / Wesley Chapel

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

BREW Five Points

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

Empire Coffee & Deli

Setlan Coffee Co.

Birdie Coffee Company

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

Haraz Coffee House

Towers Deli & Coffee

It's In The DNA Coffee

Cicada Coffee

Grounds of Grace

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

FPL Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

BP Pulse Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tom Bennett Park

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

Scott Springs Park

Happy Medium Books Cafe

Cracker Country

Carson Springs Wildlife Foundation

New Tampa Recreational Center

Basketball (John H. Marble Rec Center)

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

South Gate Ridge, FL

Jacksonville, FL

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 54m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

De Soto National Memorial

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Arriving in Jacksonville, FL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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