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Trip from Citrus Springs, FL to Jacksonville, FL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 44m

Distance

120.9 mi

195 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 34m ★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m

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

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census designated place in Citrus County, Florida, United States

Citrus Springs, 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

This 120.9-mile drive from Citrus Springs to Jacksonville, Florida, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. You'll primarily travel on Florida Avenue, FL 121, and US 301, with about half of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $19, making it an economical option for a short excursion within Florida. The mixed driving profile suggests a varied experience, offering a good balance for a single day's travel. This trip is well-suited for those looking for a straightforward journey without the need for an overnight stay.

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

60.5 miles from Citrus Springs, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Florida Avenue 26.3 mi 36m
FL 121 18.8 mi 25m
US 301 18.1 mi 22m
I 10 16.8 mi 19m
Waldo Road 13.1 mi 18m
Sid Martin Highway 8.8 mi 11m
Starke Bypass 6.4 mi 7m
US 301 Alternate 3.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: Florida Avenue — 26.3 mi, about 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Citrus Springs, FL and Jacksonville, FL.

1

Start on North Greco Terrace

484 ft · 22 sec · North Greco Terrace
2

Turn right onto North Citrus Springs Boulevard

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Citrus Springs Boulevard
3

Turn left onto US 41

26 mi · 36 min · Florida Avenue
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp onto US 41; FL 121

0.1 mi · 15 sec · US 41; FL 121
Use the slight right lane.
5

Merge onto US 41; US 27 Alternate; FL 121

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Noble Avenue
6

Turn left onto US 27; US 41; FL 121

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Main Street
7

Turn slight right onto FL 121

19 mi · 25 min · FL 121
Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on FL 331

2.1 mi · 3 min · Southeast Williston Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on FL 24A; FL 331

0.7 mi · 1 min · Southeast 11th Street
10

Continue on FL 24

1.4 mi · 2 min · Waldo Road
11

Continue on FL 24

0.3 mi · 32 sec · Northeast Waldo Road
12

Continue on FL 24

12 mi · 15 min · Waldo Road
Use the left lane.
13

Merge onto US 301

8.8 mi · 11 min · Sid Martin Highway
14

Continue on US 301 ALT

6.4 mi · 7 min · Starke Bypass
Use the straight lane.
15

Continue on US 301 Alternate

3.4 mi · 4 min · US 301 Alternate
16

Continue on US 301

18 mi · 22 min · US 301
17

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
18

Merge onto I 10

17 mi · 19 min · I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21

Merge onto I 95

0.7 mi · 1 min · I 95
22

Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228

0.2 mi · 26 sec · US 17; FL 228
Exit 353B Toward Union Street, Beaver Street
23

Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228

0.7 mi · 1 min · Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
24

Arrive at destination

US 17

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 44-minute drive, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach Jacksonville without feeling rushed. With only one suggested stop and a total distance of 120.9 miles, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially considering the $19 estimated cost, and take advantage of the longest stretch on Florida Avenue to plan a brief pause if needed. Since this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day, allowing for spontaneous detours if something catches your eye along US 301.

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 60.5 miles from Citrus Springs, FL, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.3 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 27 miles or 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 60.5 miles or 1h 28m 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 16m

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 Citrus Springs, 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 Citrus Springs, FL

This is one driving day of about 120.9 miles and 2h 44m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Citrus Springs, 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 Florida Avenue for about 26.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Gainesville, FL

60 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.

Popular next leg

Gainesville, FL to Jacksonville, FL

71.4 mi · 1h 33m

Pacing Suggestions

Williston, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Keystone Heights, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 60.5 miles from Citrus Springs, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 120.9

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

1.9 mi

The Ivy House Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Williston, Florida

2.3 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 120.9

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 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19043745789

Visit website

The Ivy House Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

+13525285410

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 112.3

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+19047834498

Visit website

Sister's Place

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13525285500

Visit website

Cafe Trolley Deli & Dawgs

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13525297126

Ellianos Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 8.6

Dunnellon, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+13527634014

Visit website

Auggie's Cafe & Deli

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Beverly Hills, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13522497677

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 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+19044799975

Visit website

Birdie Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19046836083

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 112.3

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+19048933783

Visit website

Kava Gator Coffee Shop

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 51.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13522449942

Visit website

Towers Deli & Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–3:15 pm

+19043980889

Visit website

Flamingo Freeze

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13526477081

Visit website

Coffee Culture

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 51.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+13523771700

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 51.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVmatch Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 51.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16508228157

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 51.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 43.2

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Hampton Inn Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 43.2

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 112.3

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 43.2

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 43.2

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Blue Grotto Dive Resort

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

+13525285770

Visit website

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19043566857

Visit website

Depot Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 51.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–11:30 pm

+13523938510

Visit website

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 43.2

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13523724981

Visit website

Winn-Dixie

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+13529148070

Visit website

Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 51.8

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13523718001

Visit website

Dixie J's Home Decor

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13525282338

Happy Medium Books Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 120.9

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+19046838447

Visit website

Walgreens

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 25.9

Williston, Florida

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+13525283409

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 120 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 41 / Florida Avenue

Turn left onto US 41 / Florida Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
101.4 mi into trip | ~2h 20m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
118.2 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Dayton...
8
118.6 mi into trip | ~2h 40m 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
120 mi into trip | ~2h 42m 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

$19.24 one way

$38.49 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $20.93 $41.87
premium $4.72 $22.48 $44.96
diesel $5.61 $26.69 $53.39

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.3 0 $12.69 $5.80
Efficient EV 30.2 0 $10.58 $4.84
EV Truck/SUV 48.4 0 $16.93 $7.74

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (67% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Citrus Springs, FL

Morning in Citrus Springs on Sunday

Local time

7:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jacksonville, FL

Morning in Jacksonville on Sunday

Local time

7:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Patchy Fog then Sunny

SW 3 to 8 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

33 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

2h 44m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 48% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches of Florida Avenue, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted segment at 26.3 miles, offering a more local feel. As you progress, the route transitions between these more direct roads and quicker highway sections. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind but will also have opportunities to make good time. The 'Mixed drive' profile indicates a dynamic journey that keeps things interesting behind the wheel.

48% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.3 mi on Florida Avenue.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near US 41 / Florida Avenue.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 120.9 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 1.6 miles (US 41 / Florida Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 2h 44m. Total distance: 120.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 26.3 miles on Florida Avenue. 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 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (US 41 / Florida Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 118.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jacksonville, FL before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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