Origin
Jacksonville, FL
Morning in Jacksonville on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jacksonville, FL to Watertown, FL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
60 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jacksonville, FL
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Watertown, FL
Samuel Etienne
Trip Overview
This 60-mile drive from Jacksonville to Watertown, Florida, is a quick one-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Given its short duration and a fuel cost estimated at $10, it’s an easy excursion without needing an overnight stay. The route is primarily highway-focused, utilizing I-10, US Highway 90, and US 17 for most of the journey. This makes it a straightforward drive, perfect for a half-day adventure or a convenient way to connect these two points within Florida.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 37.4 mi | 41m |
| US Highway 90 | 18.2 mi | 24m |
| US 17 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Northeast Washington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Duval Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Bascom Norris Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Kings Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 37.4 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville, FL and Watertown, 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
37 mi
·
41 min
·
I 10; US 17; FL 228
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 324
Toward US 90: Sanderson, Olustee
9
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
18 mi
·
24 min
·
US Highway 90
10
Continue on US 90
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
East Duval Street
11
Turn right onto CR 100A
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northeast Bascom Norris Drive
12
Turn left onto Northeast Washington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Washington Street
13
Arrive at destination
Northeast Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30 miles from Jacksonville, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 40.2 — 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.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 17; FL 228
Take the ramp onto US 17; FL 228 toward I 95 South: Jacksonville
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville
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
40.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward US 90: Sanderson, Olustee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 324
Toward US 90: Sanderson, Olustee
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.55 one way
$19.10 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $10.39 | $20.78 |
| premium | $4.72 | $11.16 | $22.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.25 | $26.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.40 | $3.84 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Watertown, FL
Morning in Watertown on Tuesday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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
1h 15m 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 highly efficient drive, with 94% of the route on highways. The majority of your travel will be on I-10, offering a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 37.4 miles on I-10, allowing for a good period of steady driving. While predominantly highway, the incorporation of US Highway 90 and US 17 might introduce slightly different road conditions as you progress, though the overall character remains firmly highway-focused.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and US Highway 90. 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 Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 15m drive. You will face about 8 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 1 miles (US 17; FL 228): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Jacksonville, FL to Watertown, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Olustee along the way.
Olustee
40.2 mi in
|
~47m
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 1h 15m. Total distance: 60 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.4 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
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 1 miles (US 17; FL 228): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Watertown, 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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