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Trip from Inverness, 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 57m

Distance

134.6 mi

217 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 47m ★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m

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

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county seat of Citrus County, Florida, United States

Inverness, 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

Traveling from Inverness to Jacksonville covers 134.6 miles, a manageable distance that typically takes about 2 hours and 57 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is well under the three-hour mark, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $22 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your Florida travels. The route primarily utilizes US 301, FL 200, and I-10 to connect these two points. By focusing on these major arteries, the trip remains efficient, allowing you to transition between regions without unnecessary complexity.

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

67.3 miles from Inverness, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 301 75.9 mi 1h 34m
FL 200 21.6 mi 32m
I 10 16.8 mi 19m
I 75 7.5 mi 8m
US 41 5.8 mi 10m
Northwest 70th Street 1.5 mi 2m
FL 326 1.1 mi 1m
Union Street 0.7 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 301 — 75.9 mi, about 1h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

113 ft · 10 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Courthouse Square

264 ft · 13 sec · Courthouse Square
3

Continue on Courthouse Square

278 ft · 9 sec · Courthouse Square
4

Continue on Courthouse Square

298 ft · 12 sec · Courthouse Square
5

Turn right onto US 41; FL 44

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 41; FL 44
6

Turn slight right onto US 41

5.3 mi · 9 min · US 41
7

Turn slight right onto FL 200

22 mi · 32 min · FL 200
8

Turn left

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 75 North: Lake City Use the left lane.
9

Merge onto I 75

7.5 mi · 8 min · I 75
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 358 Toward FL 326 Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Turn slight right

144 ft · 4 sec
12

Turn slight right onto FL 326

1.1 mi · 1 min · FL 326
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Continue on FL 326

1.5 mi · 2 min · Northwest 70th Street
14

Turn left onto US 301; US 441

5.5 mi · 6 min · US 301; US 441
Use the left lane.
15

Turn straight onto US 301

52 mi · 1 hr 5 min · US 301
Toward North US 301: Starke Use the straight lane.
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

Since this is a sub-three-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though leaving early helps avoid potential congestion as you near Jacksonville. You should plan for at least one stop during the drive to stretch your legs and break up the monotony of the long US 301 stretch. Keep your $22 fuel budget in mind, and consider topping off your tank before departing Inverness to ensure a stress-free transit. Because the route relies so heavily on major roads, keep a close eye on traffic reports for I-10 before you get underway. Utilizing that one planned stop effectively will make the nearly three-hour duration feel much shorter.

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 67.3 miles from Inverness, FL, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.9 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 30 miles or 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 67.3 miles or 1h 32m 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 26m

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 Inverness, 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 Inverness, FL

This is one driving day of about 134.6 miles and 2h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Inverness, 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 US 301 for about 75.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Keystone Heights, FL, FL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Keystone Heights, FL

67 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

Keystone Heights, FL to Jacksonville, FL

52.7 mi · 1h 15m

Pacing Suggestions

Ocala, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Keystone Heights, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.3 miles from Inverness, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 301 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.9 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

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13527267060

Visit website

Hen House Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

0.1 mi

Artessence Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

0.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Sweet Alps Ice Cream Inverness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Inverness, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13524231112

Visit website

Setlan Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

0.3 mi

Birdie Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

0.5 mi

Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+13527267060

Visit website

Hen House Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+13524197942

Visit website

Artessence Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 134.6

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

Heidi's Souper Salads

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 10:30 am–3 pm

+13524194033

Central Cafe & Bakery

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+13524194911

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 134.6

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19043745789

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 28.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Ellianos Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 125

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+19047834498

Visit website

Sweet Alps Ice Cream Inverness

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13524231112

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 134.6

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 134.6

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Christmas Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13524194329

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 134.6

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19046836083

Visit website

Towers Deli & Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 134.6

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–3:15 pm

+19043980889

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 125

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 5:30 am–10 pm

+19048933783

Visit website

Inverness Coffee House and Hemptation Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+13524231690

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 28.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 38.5

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13523681220

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 28.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 86.5

Starke, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

FPL Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 76.9

Waldo, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

BP Pulse Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 115.4

Baldwin, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18332778573

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 125

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Pilot EV Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 38.5

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13524029081

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 28.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 134.6

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19043566857

Visit website

The Canna Bakery Shop

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Inverness, Florida

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+13524194324

Visit website

Happy Medium Books Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 134.6

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+19046838447

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 28.8

Ocala, Florida

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 28.8

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Tuscawilla Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 28.8

Ocala, Florida

+13523685517

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 27.6 and 133.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
27.6 mi into trip | ~43m in

Turn left toward I 75 North: Lake City

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 75 North: Lake City
7
35.4 mi into trip | ~52m 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
5
115.1 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | I 10

Merge onto I 10

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
132.3 mi into trip | ~2h 53m 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
133.7 mi into trip | ~2h 55m 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

$21.42 one way

$42.85 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $23.31 $46.61
premium $4.72 $25.03 $50.06
diesel $5.61 $29.72 $59.44

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.4 0 $14.13 $6.46
Efficient EV 33.7 0 $11.78 $5.38
EV Truck/SUV 53.8 0 $18.84 $8.61

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Inverness, FL

Late night in Inverness on Sunday

Local time

5:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jacksonville, FL

Late night in Jacksonville on Sunday

Local time

5:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°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

3 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 57m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 96% of your journey stays on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm early on, facing a significant 75.9-mile stretch along US 301 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The road personality shifts from regional highway connectors to the broader expanse of the interstate system as you approach Jacksonville. While the drive is largely utilitarian, the high highway percentage ensures you maintain a consistent pace throughout the entire 134.6-mile duration. It is a straightforward, functional drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, technical local roads.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.9 mi on US 301.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 301 and FL 200. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 134.6 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 27.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 2h 57m. Total distance: 134.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 75.9 miles on US 301. 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 27.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.1 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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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