Lake Lorraine, FL to Jacksonville, FL is 322.7 miles and takes about 6h 2m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, taking you from one part of the state to another. With over 90% of the drive on highways, it’s a straightforward trip that can easily be done in a single day. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
161.4 miles from Lake Lorraine, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
291.6 mi
5h 14m
North Partin Drive
17.4 mi
22m
Eglin Parkway North
4.5 mi
7m
Eglin Parkway
2.9 mi
4m
West John Sims Parkway
1.4 mi
3m
6th Avenue
1 mi
3m
Union Street
0.7 mi
1m
I 95
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 291.6 mi, about 5h 14m
Traffic on I-10
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 56 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,194 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,695
Quietest
2 AM
~149 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8×
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 Lake Lorraine, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
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Start on 11th Street
165 ft·9 sec·11th Street
2
Turn right onto 6th Avenue
1.0 mi·3 min·6th Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto FL 85
4.5 mi·7 min·Eglin Parkway North
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on FL 85
2.9 mi·4 min·Eglin Parkway
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on FL 85
0.7 mi·1 min·Government Avenue
6
Turn left onto FL 85
1.4 mi·3 min·West John Sims Parkway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto FL 285
17 mi·22 min·North Partin Drive
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
9
Merge onto I 10
292 mi·5 hr 14 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, SavannahUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi·1 min·I 95
13
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi·26 sec·US 17; FL 228
Exit 353BToward Union Street, Beaver Street
14
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi·1 min·Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure to avoid any potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach Jacksonville. You only need one stop for fuel and a break, and with 291.6 miles on I 10, you can cover a significant portion of the distance before needing to pull over. Pay attention to the transition from I 10 to surface roads like North Partin Drive, as this can sometimes catch drivers by surprise. Your fuel cost is estimated at $51, so plan accordingly.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 161.4 miles from Lake Lorraine, FL, or about 3h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 291.6 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 71 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.4 miles or 3h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 58m
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 Lake Lorraine, 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 Lake Lorraine, FL
This is one driving day of about 322.7 miles and 6h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from Lake Lorraine, 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 291.6 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 321.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1 mi into trip|~3m in|FL 85 / Eglin Parkway North
At end of road, turn right onto FL 85 / Eglin Parkway North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10.5 mi into trip|~19m in|FL 285 / North Partin Drive
Turn left onto FL 285 / North Partin Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
28.4 mi into trip|~43m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
320.4 mi into trip|~5h 58m 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...
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321.8 mi into trip|~6h 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
$48.85 one way
$97.70 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$53.60
$107.20
premium
$4.55
$57.81
$115.61
diesel
$4.80
$60.93
$121.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
96.8
1
$33.88
$15.49
Efficient EV
80.7
0
$28.24
$12.91
EV Truck/SUV
129.1
1
$45.18
$20.65
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Lake Lorraine, FL
Afternoon
in Lake Lorraine on Sunday
Local time
12:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
94°F
Sunny
NW 10 mph14% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Afternoon
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
1:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
94°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
E 7 to 12 mph21% chanceLive forecast
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 17 at 3:45AM EDT until July 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 17 at 2:50AM EDT until July 17 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
89°F
Quincy, FL
161 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 later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 2m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on I 10, with 93% of the route on this major highway. The longest continuous stretch you’ll encounter is 291.6 miles on I 10. North Partin Drive and Eglin Parkway North will be your surface road sections, appearing towards the beginning and end of your trip. Expect a lot of highway cruising with frequent exits as you near populated areas.
93% 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: 291.6 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and North Partin Drive. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near FL 85 / Eglin Parkway North.
Driving Effort6/10
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 322.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 1 miles (FL 85 / Eglin Parkway North): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles (FL 285 / North Partin Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (I 10): 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.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 2m. Total distance: 322.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 291.6 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 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.
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. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (FL 85 / Eglin Parkway North): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles (FL 285 / North Partin Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jacksonville, FL before the return drive.
