Jacksonville to Blountstown is 216.1 miles and takes about 4h 6m via I 10 and FL 20, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Florida, taking you from the Atlantic coast into the Panhandle region. Expect a straightforward trip that's largely on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day excursion. The route is efficient, designed for getting you to your destination without unnecessary 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
108.1 miles from Jacksonville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
187.3 mi
3h 22m
Bristol Highway
17.7 mi
23m
FL 20
4.6 mi
7m
Greensboro Highway
2.4 mi
3m
US 17
1.1 mi
1m
State Street
0.7 mi
1m
Selman Street
0.6 mi
1m
Green Avenue
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 187.3 mi, about 3h 22m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 40 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,308 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,844
Quietest
2 AM
~160 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.2×
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 Jacksonville, FL and Blountstown, FL.
1
Start on US 17
210 ft·12 sec·Union Street
2
Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228
281 ft·15 sec·Ocean Street
3
Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228
0.7 mi·1 min·State Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.3 mi·36 sec·Kings Road
5
Take the ramp onto US 17; FL 228
1.1 mi·1 min·US 17; FL 228
Toward I 95 South: JacksonvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 351AToward I 10 West: Lake CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 10; US 17; FL 228
187 mi·3 hr 22 min·I 10; US 17; FL 228
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·45 sec
Exit 174Toward FL 12: Gretna, GreensboroUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
366 ft·11 sec
Toward FL `12 South: Greensboro
10
Turn straight onto FL 12
2.4 mi·3 min·Greensboro Highway
11
Continue on FL 12
0.6 mi·1 min·Selman Street
12
Turn left onto FL 12
0.4 mi·57 sec·Green Avenue
13
Continue on FL 12
18 mi·23 min·Bristol Highway
14
At end of road, turn right onto FL 20
4.6 mi·7 min·FL 20
15
Arrive at destination
FL 20
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 6m estimated drive time, starting your trip in the morning from Jacksonville is ideal to ensure you arrive in Blountstown with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route offers flexibility; you can easily adjust your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel as you transition off I 10 onto Bristol Highway and FL 20, as services may become less frequent. Factor in the $34 fuel cost when budgeting for this trip.
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 108.1 miles from Jacksonville, FL, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 187.3 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 48 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.1 miles or 1h 59m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blountstown, FL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, FL
This is one driving day of about 216.1 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Jacksonville, 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 10 for about 187.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Final third
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
$1 to $10
Tallahassee, Florida
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+18505659955
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 190.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street
Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street
Turn left onto US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Lake City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 351A
Toward I 10 West: Lake City
8
190.1 mi into trip|~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward FL 12: Gretna, Greensboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 174
Toward FL 12: Gretna, Greensboro
6
190.4 mi into trip|~3h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward FL `12 South: Greensboro
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward FL `12 South: Greensboro
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.71 one way
$65.43 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$35.89
$71.79
premium
$4.55
$38.71
$77.42
diesel
$4.80
$40.80
$81.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.8
0
$22.69
$10.37
Efficient EV
54
0
$18.91
$8.64
EV Truck/SUV
86.4
1
$30.25
$13.83
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 16, 2026
Origin
Jacksonville, FL
Evening
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
W 5 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 15 at 4:19AM EDT until July 16 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Blountstown, FL
Afternoon
in Blountstown on Sunday
Local time
4:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Clear
0 mph21% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 15 at 4:19AM EDT until July 16 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
74°F
Madison, FL
108 mi in
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
3 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 6m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is 89% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on Interstate 10. You'll experience a long stretch of 187.3 miles on I 10 before transitioning to surface roads like Bristol Highway and FL 20. Be prepared for consistent cruising speeds and a relatively uninterrupted flow of traffic for the majority of the trip. The shift from highway to state roads will be noticeable as you approach your destination.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 187.3 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Bristol Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 6m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
218 ft16 ft
Total Climb
359 ft
Total Descent
316 ft
Highest Point
218 ft
~185.2 mi in
Elevation Range
202 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jacksonville, FL and Blountstown, FL, road signs point toward Greensboro and Fl `12 South: Greensboro.
Greensboro
190.1 mi in|~3h 28m
Fl `12 South: Greensboro
190.4 mi in|~3h 29m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Vagabond Coffee
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.3 mi from route
~1 min detour
Urban Grind
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
JL Trent's Downtown Cafe
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Court Yard Cafe
Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Appetite Cafe
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Good Dough
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
1.7 mi from route
~4 min detour
Jacksonville, FL
Cuisine: donut
Hours: Mo-Th 07:00-14:00; Fr 07:00-16:00; Sa 08...
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
The longest stretch is about 187.3 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / Ocean Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 1; US 17; FL 228 / State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Blountstown, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
