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Trip from Jacksonville, FL to Lutz, FL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 49m

Distance

188.7 mi

304 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 37m ★
6 AM
3h 49m
8 AM
4h 15m
10 AM
3h 58m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
3h 59m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m

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

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city in Duval County, and largest city in State of Florida, United States

Jacksonville, FL

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census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida

Lutz, FL

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Trip Overview

This 188.7-mile journey from Jacksonville, FL to Lutz, FL is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-75, with sections of Sid Martin Highway and US 301, this route is largely highway-focused. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $30, it's an efficient trip for those looking to travel within Florida. The drive offers a direct path, making it a practical option for a day trip, and you can expect a relatively consistent experience throughout. You'll spend most of your time on well-traveled interstates.

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

94.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 80.8 mi 1h 26m
Sid Martin Highway 39 mi 48m
US 301 37.5 mi 47m
I 10 17.1 mi 20m
State Road 54 2.6 mi 3m
Willow Bend Parkway 1.7 mi 4m
US 41 1.5 mi 2m
Northwest 70th Street 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 80.8 mi, about 1h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Lutz, 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: Jacksonville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 351A Toward I 10 West: Lake City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 10; US 17; FL 228

17 mi · 20 min · I 10; US 17; FL 228
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec
10

Merge onto US 301

0.1 mi · 11 sec · US 301
11

Continue on US 301

37 mi · 47 min · US 301
Use the left / straight lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto US 301

39 mi · 48 min · Sid Martin Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
13

Turn right onto FL 326

1.5 mi · 2 min · Northwest 70th Street
Use the right lane.
14

Continue on FL 326

1.2 mi · 2 min · Northwest 77th Street
Use the straight lane.
15

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 75 South: Tampa
16

Merge onto I 75

81 mi · 1 hr 26 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 275 Toward FL 56: Land O'Lakes, Tarpon Springs Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward FL 56 West Use the slight right lane.
19

Turn straight onto FL 56

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Road 56
Use the straight lane.
20

Continue on FL 54

2.6 mi · 3 min · State Road 54
Use the left / straight lanes.
21

Turn left onto Collier Parkway

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Collier Parkway
22

Turn right onto Willow Bend Parkway

1.7 mi · 4 min · Willow Bend Parkway
23

Turn left onto US 41

1.5 mi · 2 min · US 41
24

Continue on US 41

129 ft · 9 sec · US 41
25

Arrive at destination

US 41

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 49-minute duration for this 188.7-mile trip, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day drive from Jacksonville to Lutz. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With an estimated fuel cost of $30, plan your fuel stops accordingly, perhaps topping off before you leave Jacksonville. The longest stretch without a major road change is 80.8 miles on I-75, so consider a brief stop before or after this segment for a stretch and to refresh. Your single stop can be strategically placed to break up the drive comfortably.

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 94.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.8 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 42 miles or 54m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 94.4 miles or 2h 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lutz, 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 188.7 miles and 3h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 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 75 for about 80.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

human settlement in Florida, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Citra, FL

94 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Starke, FL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Citra, FL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 94.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Artessence Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

1.9 mi

Best coffee break

Setlan Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jacksonville, Florida

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

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 start, right off the route

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

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19045862085

Visit website

BREW Five Points

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19043745789

Visit website

🏆 The Gathering Cafe Downtown Ocala

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13524219810

Visit website

Empire Coffee & Deli

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Land O' Lakes, Florida

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+17276017816

Visit website

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18139492428

Visit website

Setlan Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4:30 pm

+19044799975

Visit website

Birdie Coffee Company

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19046836083

Visit website

Towers Deli & Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 6:30 am–3:15 pm

+19043980889

Visit website

Macondo Coffee Roasters - Wesley Chapel

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Wesley Chapel, Florida

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13524245621

Visit website

Latte Vino

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

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

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+18133889452

Visit website

It's In The DNA Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 7 am–4:30 pm

+13529321539

Visit website

Elevation Coffee Roasters

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Lutz, Florida

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+18132526556

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

FPL Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Waldo, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

Ionna Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Wesley Chapel, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Pilot EV Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13524029081

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13523681220

Visit website

Scott Springs Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13523685517

Visit website

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+19043566857

Visit website

Happy Medium Books Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Jacksonville, Florida

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+19046838447

Visit website

Ocala Downtown Square

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Tuscawilla Art Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Ocala, Florida

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+13526298447

Visit website

Tuscawilla Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Ocala, Florida

+13523685517

Visit website

Carson Springs Wildlife Foundation

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Gainesville, Florida

Hours: Closed

+13524682827

Visit website

New Tampa Recreational Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 5 mi from route ~12 min detour

Tampa, Florida

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+18139752794

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 2.1 and 181.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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
6
58.2 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in | US 301 / Sid Martin Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto US 301 / Sid Martin Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
6
97.2 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street

Turn right onto FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
8
181.2 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in

Take the exit toward FL 56: Land O'Lakes, Tarpon Springs

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 275 Toward FL 56: Land O'Lakes, Tarpon Springs
7
181.6 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in

Keep slight right at fork toward FL 56 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward FL 56 West

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.04 one way

$60.07 round trip

$4.04/gal 25.4 MPG avg 66 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.40 $32.67 $65.35
premium $4.72 $35.09 $70.18
diesel $5.61 $41.66 $83.33

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 66 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 56.6 0 $19.81 $9.06
Efficient EV 47.2 0 $16.51 $7.55
EV Truck/SUV 75.5 0 $26.42 $12.08

Gas CO2

66 kg

EV CO2

22 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 20, 2026

Origin

Jacksonville, FL

Morning in Jacksonville on Tuesday

Local time

6:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lutz, FL

Morning in Lutz on Tuesday

Local time

6:56 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°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

2 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

3h 49m 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?

The personality of this 188.7-mile drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the route on interstates. You'll encounter an 80.8-mile stretch on I-75, which forms the longest uninterrupted segment of your trip. While I-75 provides a fast pace, the inclusion of Sid Martin Highway and US 301 introduces some variation, offering a glimpse of local Florida roads after extended periods on the interstate. Expect a generally smooth and direct driving experience with minimal technical challenges.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.8 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Sid Martin Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.

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 16 significant decision points across 188.7 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 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles (US 301 / Sid Martin Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.2 miles (FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Jacksonville, FL

Full guide →

Founded 1791

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

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 3h 49m. Total distance: 188.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 80.8 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Lutz, 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 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.2 miles (US 301 / Sid Martin Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.2 miles (FL 326 / Northwest 70th Street): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Lutz, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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