Jacksonville, FL to South Patrick Shores, FL is 170.7 miles and takes about 3h 14m via I 95 and Pineda Causeway, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Florida, taking you south along the Atlantic coast. It's a practical, highway-focused trip that's perfect for a single-day journey. The route is mostly interstate, making it an efficient way to cover the distance, and you can expect a relatively quick transit time. Consider this if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
85.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 36m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
159.9 mi
2h 53m
Pineda Causeway
6.4 mi
10m
US 1
1.1 mi
2m
South Patrick Drive
0.8 mi
1m
Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Newnan Street
0.4 mi
1m
Saint Lucia Court
0.2 mi
<1m
East Forsyth Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 159.9 mi, about 2h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and South Patrick Shores, FL.
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Start on US 17
0.1 mi·20 sec·Union Street
2
Turn right onto Newnan Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Newnan Street
3
Turn right onto FL 228
0.1 mi·23 sec·East Forsyth Street
4
Turn left onto US 1; US 90
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
5
Take the ramp onto US 1; US 90
0.9 mi·2 min·US 1; US 90
Toward I 95 South
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
0.2 mi·28 sec·US 1
Toward I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Beach, Philips Highway
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward I 95 South: Daytona BeachUse the straight lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
160 mi·2 hr 53 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 188Toward FL 404: Patrick Space Force Base, Satellite BeachUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto FL 404
6.4 mi·10 min·Pineda Causeway
Use the left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward FL 513: Patrick Space Force BaseUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto FL 513
0.8 mi·1 min·South Patrick Drive
13
Turn right onto Saint Georges Court
166 ft·9 sec·Saint Georges Court
14
Turn right onto Jolly Roger Drive
0.1 mi·38 sec·Jolly Roger Drive
15
Turn left onto Saint Lucia Court
0.2 mi·36 sec·Saint Lucia Court
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Arrive at destination
Saint Lucia Court
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 14m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive well before evening. The longest stretch is nearly 160 miles on I 95, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too low. While the drive is primarily highway, be mindful of potential traffic as you approach the coastal areas, especially on weekends. With a fuel cost estimated around $27, it's an economical option for a quick 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 85.4 miles from Jacksonville, FL, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.9 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 38 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.4 miles or 1h 36m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Patrick Shores, 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 170.7 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 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 95 for about 159.9 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 169.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2 mi into trip|~5m in|US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 toward I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Beach, Philips Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Be...
8
2.3 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 95 South: Daytona Beach
5
2.5 mi into trip|~6m in|I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
162.3 mi into trip|~2h 59m in
Take the exit toward FL 404: Patrick Space Force Base, Satellite 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 188
Toward FL 404: Patrick Space Force Base, Satell...
6
169.3 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward FL 513: Patrick Space Force Base
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward FL 513: Patrick Space Force Base
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.17 one way
$54.34 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$29.56
$59.11
premium
$4.72
$31.74
$63.48
diesel
$5.61
$37.69
$75.38
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.2
0
$17.92
$8.19
Efficient EV
42.7
0
$14.94
$6.83
EV Truck/SUV
68.3
0
$23.90
$10.92
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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 16, 2026
Origin
Jacksonville, FL
Morning
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
South Patrick Shores, FL
Morning
in South Patrick Shores on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
14 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
3h 14m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Matanzas National Monument
National Monument
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...
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...
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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
$25
near mile 117.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the journey on high-speed roads like I 95. You'll experience long stretches of consistent travel, including a continuous segment of 159.9 miles on I 95. This means you can settle in for a steady pace for most of the trip. While the main highway is the focus, the final approach will involve transitioning to roads like Pineda Causeway and US 1 as you near your destination. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over varied scenery.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 159.9 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Pineda Causeway. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near US 1.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 170.7 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 170.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 159.9 miles on I 95. 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.
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: at 2 miles (US 1): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Fort Matanzas National Monument, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at South Patrick Shores, FL, but most travelers stay overnight.
