Hallandale Beach to Jacksonville is 330.4 miles and takes about 6h 10m via I 95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a fuel budget near $53 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive entirely within Florida. You'll primarily be on major interstates, making it a practical option for a single-day trip. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the journey. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between South and Northeast Florida without significant detours.
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
165.2 miles from Hallandale Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
236.7 mi
4h 17m
Florida's Turnpike
84.6 mi
1h 33m
Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.3 mi
2m
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
West Hallandale Beach Boulevard
0.9 mi
1m
North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
West Atlantic Boulevard
0.4 mi
<1m
Southwest 2nd Avenue
0.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 236.7 mi, about 4h 17m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 79 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~3,863 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,620
Quietest
2 AM
~342 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallandale Beach, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on South Dixie Highway
115 ft·4 sec·South Dixie Highway
2
Turn right onto Southwest 4th Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·Southwest 4th Street
3
Turn right onto Southwest 2nd Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·Southwest 2nd Avenue
4
Turn left onto SR 858
0.9 mi·1 min·West Hallandale Beach Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 95 North: West Palm BeachUse the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
17 mi·19 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 36Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard WestUse the left / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto SR 814
0.4 mi·44 sec·West Atlantic Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto North Andrews Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Andrews Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto Northwest 16th Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·Northwest 16th Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
1.3 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard
Use the left lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·42 sec
Toward Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North
15
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
85 mi·1 hr 33 min·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi·53 sec
Exit 152Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero BeachUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft·5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
18
Merge onto FL 70
0.3 mi·35 sec·Okeechobee Road
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 95
220 mi·3 hr 57 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
23
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
24
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.
25
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
26
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
27
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
28
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
29
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
30
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
31
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 10m estimated drive time, leaving Hallandale Beach in the morning will allow you to reach Jacksonville with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this trip in a single day. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially during the 236.7-mile stretch on I 95, as services can be spaced out. It's wise to fill up before you hit that longer segment. The $53 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices as you plan your departure.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 165.2 miles from Hallandale Beach, FL, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 236.7 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 73 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.2 miles or 3h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 2m
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 Hallandale Beach, 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 Hallandale Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 330.4 miles and 6h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Hallandale Beach, 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 236.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 28
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.6 and 329 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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18.6 mi into trip|~23m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 36
8
18.9 mi into trip|~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 814 West: Atlantic Boulevard West
8
106.6 mi into trip|~2h 3m 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
107.6 mi into trip|~2h 5m 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
329 mi into trip|~6h 6m 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,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.02 one way
$100.03 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg116 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$54.88
$109.76
premium
$4.55
$59.19
$118.37
diesel
$4.80
$62.39
$124.77
Estimated Tolls: $5.92
Florida's Turnpike
(84.6 mi)$5.92
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
$50
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
99.1
1
$34.69
$15.86
Efficient EV
82.6
0
$28.91
$13.22
EV Truck/SUV
132.2
1
$46.26
$21.15
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Hallandale Beach, FL
Late night
in Hallandale Beach on Sunday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
95°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 5 to 12 mph51% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Late night
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
5:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
NE 6 to 12 mph37% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
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
1 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
6h 10m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
$15
near mile 296.2
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 273.4
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
$25
near mile 205.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 98% highway, so prepare for a drive that prioritizes speed and efficiency. You'll spend most of your time on I 95, which includes the longest uninterrupted stretch of 236.7 miles. While the profile is highway-focused, there are brief moments where you'll navigate local roads, such as Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard, as you enter or exit major thoroughfares. The journey is characterized by consistent, high-speed driving for extended periods, offering little in the way of winding roads or slow-downs.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 236.7 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 18.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 28 significant decision points across 330.4 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 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
44 ft9 ft
Total Climb
65 ft
Total Descent
57 ft
Highest Point
44 ft
~47.2 mi in
Elevation Range
35 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hallandale Beach, FL and Jacksonville, FL, road signs point toward Florida's Turnpike: Miami, Orlando, Florida's Turnpike North and Vero Beach.
Florida's Turnpike: Miami
21.5 mi in|~29m
Orlando
21.5 mi in|~29m
Florida's Turnpike North
21.6 mi in|~29m
Vero Beach
106.6 mi in|~2h 3m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
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.
Top landmarks
•Fort Caroline — fort in Florida managed by the National Park Service
•Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville — museum in Jacksonville, Florida
•Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve — wetlands in Florida (U.S.) managed by the National Park Service
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 10m. Total distance: 330.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 236.7 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.92 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 28 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 18.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Fort Matanzas National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jacksonville, FL before the return drive.
