Planning a trip from Lochmoor Waterway Estates to Jacksonville? This 317.5-mile journey takes approximately 6 hours and 9 minutes, making it a manageable one-day drive. You'll primarily be on I-75, US 301, and I-10, with 93% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost is around $51, which is quite reasonable for a trip of this length. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that gets you from one part of Florida to another efficiently.
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
158.8 miles from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
198.8 mi
3h 33m
US 301
75.9 mi
1h 34m
I 10
16.8 mi
19m
North Tamiami Trail
11.2 mi
13m
North Cleveland Avenue
3.9 mi
5m
Hancock Bridge Parkway
2.1 mi
3m
Northwest 70th Street
1.5 mi
2m
Tuckers Grade
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 198.8 mi, about 3h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
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Start on Lakeview Boulevard
0.4 mi·1 min·Lakeview Boulevard
2
Turn right onto Orange Grove Boulevard
0.6 mi·1 min·Orange Grove Boulevard
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto Hancock Bridge Parkway
2.1 mi·3 min·Hancock Bridge Parkway
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto US 41
3.9 mi·5 min·North Cleveland Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Turn straight onto US 41
11 mi·13 min·North Tamiami Trail
Use the right lane.
6
Turn right onto CR 762
1.1 mi·2 min·Tuckers Grade
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 75 North: Tampa
8
Merge onto I 75
199 mi·3 hr 33 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 358Toward FL 326Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn slight right
144 ft·4 sec
11
Turn slight right onto FL 326
1.1 mi·1 min·FL 326
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on FL 326
1.5 mi·2 min·Northwest 70th Street
13
Turn left onto US 301; US 441
5.5 mi·6 min·US 301; US 441
Use the left lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 301
52 mi·1 hr 5 min·US 301
Toward North US 301: StarkeUse the straight lane.
15
Continue on US 301
18 mi·22 min·US 301
16
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 10 East: Jacksonville
17
Merge onto I 10
17 mi·19 min·I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, SavannahUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi·1 min·I 95
21
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi·26 sec·US 17; FL 228
Exit 353BToward Union Street, Beaver Street
22
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi·1 min·Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Lochmoor Waterway Estates to maximize daylight and allow for a full day upon arrival in Jacksonville. With a single recommended stop, you'll have plenty of flexibility to break up the 317.5 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the long 198.8-mile stretch on I-75, as services can be more spread out on interstates. The estimated fuel cost of $51 is a good budget to keep in mind as you plan your spending.
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 158.8 miles from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 198.8 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 70 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.8 miles or 2h 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 4h 56m
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 Lochmoor Waterway Estates, 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 Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL
This is one driving day of about 317.5 miles and 6h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Lochmoor Waterway Estates, 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 198.8 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 316.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|Orange Grove Boulevard
Turn right onto Orange Grove Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
0.9 mi into trip|~2m in|Hancock Bridge Parkway
Turn right onto Hancock Bridge Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
218.4 mi into trip|~4h 3m in
Take the exit toward FL 326
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 358
Toward FL 326
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315.2 mi into trip|~6h 4m 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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316.6 mi into trip|~6h 6m 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
$50.54 one way
$101.08 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg111 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$54.97
$109.95
premium
$4.72
$59.04
$118.08
diesel
$5.61
$70.10
$140.20
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
95.3
1
$33.34
$15.24
Efficient EV
79.4
0
$27.78
$12.70
EV Truck/SUV
127
1
$44.45
$20.32
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% 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 Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL
Morning
in Lochmoor Waterway Estates on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Morning
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
6 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
6h 9m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
De Soto National Memorial
National Memorial
In May 1539, Conquistador Hernando de Soto’s army of soldiers, hired mercenaries, craftsmen, and clergy made landfall in Tampa Bay. They were met with fierce resistance of indigenous people protecting...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 87.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-intensive experience on this route, with 93% of your travel on major interstates and highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 198.8 miles on I-75, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While largely a highway-focused profile, the inclusion of US 301 might offer a slight change of pace before rejoining faster routes. Overall, this drive is built for covering distance efficiently rather than for winding scenic byways.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 198.8 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 301. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Orange Grove Boulevard.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 317.5 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 0.4 miles (Orange Grove Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Hancock Bridge Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 218.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 6h 9m. Total distance: 317.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 9m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 198.8 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Orange Grove Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Hancock Bridge Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 218.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — De Soto National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.3 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.
