Artessence Coffee Shop
Near the end, right off the route
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+19045862085
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 36m
Distance
224.7 mi
362 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Indian Rocks Beach, FL
Brent Singleton
Jacksonville, FL
Wikimedia Commons
This roughly 225-mile drive from Indian Rocks Beach, FL, to Jacksonville, FL, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 36 minutes. You'll primarily navigate major highways, with a 92% highway share, making it a straightforward trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $36, which is quite manageable for a day trip. This route focuses on efficient travel between two Florida locations, allowing you to cover significant ground without needing an overnight stop. Expect a direct journey with minimal detours, ideal for those prioritizing arrival time.
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
112.4 miles from Indian Rocks Beach, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 82.3 mi | 1h 28m |
| US 301 | 75.9 mi | 1h 34m |
| I 275 | 28.9 mi | 36m |
| I 10 | 16.8 mi | 19m |
| Ulmerton Road | 11.5 mi | 19m |
| Walsingham Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Northwest 70th Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| FL 326 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Indian Rocks Beach, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
Start on Central Avenue
Turn left onto FL 699
Turn right onto FL 688
Continue on FL 688
Continue on FL 688
Continue on FL 688
Take the ramp onto FL 688
Merge onto I 275
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Turn slight right
Turn slight right onto FL 326
Continue on FL 326
Turn left onto US 301; US 441
Turn straight onto US 301
Continue on US 301
Take the exit
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
Arrive at destination
Given the manageable 4-hour 36-minute duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for any unexpected delays. With a fuel cost estimated at $36, budget accordingly and consider topping off your tank before you leave Indian Rocks Beach. The longest stretch on I-75 is over 80 miles, so plan your stops accordingly, perhaps using a rest area or a service plaza during that segment. Since this is a highway-centric drive, your main consideration will be maintaining a steady pace and ensuring you have refreshments readily available.
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.
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 49 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.4 miles or 2h 16m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jacksonville, FL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Indian Rocks Beach, 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 Indian Rocks Beach, FL
This is one driving day of about 224.7 miles and 4h 36m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
112 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.
A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 112.4 miles from Indian Rocks Beach, 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 82.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Jacksonville, Florida
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+19045862085
BREW Five Points
Jacksonville, Florida
Indian Shores Coffee
Indian Shores, Florida
Top Coffee Stop
Jacksonville, Florida
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm
+19044799975
Macondo Coffee Roasters - Wesley Chapel
Wesley Chapel, Florida
CoffeeMe
Tampa, Florida
Near the end, right off the route
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+19045862085
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+19043745789
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Indian Shores, Florida
Hours: 7 am–2 pm
+17274758892
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Seminole, Florida
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+17276002575
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~10 min detour
Lutz, Florida
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+18139498299
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Largo, Florida
Hours: 7 am–5 pm
+17272238595
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~11 min detour
Lutz, Florida
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+18139492428
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm
+19044799975
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+13524245621
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Tampa, Florida
Hours: 6 am–5 pm
+18139308082
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+19046836083
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Seminole, Florida
Hours: 7 am–3 pm
+17274377011
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 6:30 am–3:15 pm
+19043980889
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Largo, Florida
Hours: 8 am–3 pm
+17276869114
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18334662474
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Wildwood, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13523523155
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Ocala, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13523681220
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Starke, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
Near the start, short detour
Indian Shores, Florida
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Bushnell, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: Open 24 hours
+13524029081
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Largo, Florida
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17275183047
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+17277546492
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Indian Rocks Beach, Florida
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+17275952517
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+19043566857
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Tampa, Florida
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+18132745161
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Jacksonville, Florida
Hours: 9 am–6 pm
+19046838447
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Ocala, Florida
+13523685517
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~12 min detour
Ocala, Florida
Hours: 6 am–6 pm
+13526298447
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 14.3 and 223.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward FL 326
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Regular Gas
$35.77 one way
$71.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $38.91 | $77.81 |
| premium | $4.72 | $41.78 | $83.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.61 | $99.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.4 | 0 | $23.59 | $10.79 |
| Efficient EV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.66 | $8.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 89.9 | 1 | $31.46 | $14.38 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Indian Rocks Beach on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
10:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Clear
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 7:03PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued April 16 at 3:00AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 92% of the drive taking place on interstates and major roadways like I-75, US-301, and I-275. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 82.3 miles on I-75, so be prepared for sustained periods of highway driving. This profile suggests a consistent pace, with limited opportunities for spontaneous roadside exploration. The character of the drive is largely about covering distance efficiently rather than experiencing varied terrain or scenic byways.
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 14.3 miles in near I 275.
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 224.7 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 14.3 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 125.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 36m. Total distance: 224.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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