This straightforward 49-mile trip from Midway, FL to Jay, FL takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete. Designed as a single-day excursion, it's a manageable drive with a modest fuel cost estimated at $8. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, with Avalon Boulevard and South Alabama Street being key arteries. The route stays within Florida, making it a simple in-state journey. Expect a relaxed pace on this largely turn-heavy local drive, perfect for a quick getaway.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Alabama Street
16.3 mi
22m
Avalon Boulevard
14.4 mi
21m
Oriole Street
5.4 mi
7m
Gulf Breeze Parkway
3.8 mi
5m
Dogwood Drive
3.6 mi
6m
Caroline Street
1.7 mi
3m
FL 87
1.6 mi
2m
Garcon Point Road
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
South Alabama Street
— 16.3 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Midway, FL and Jay, FL.
1
Start on Cedar Street
388 ft·19 sec·Cedar Street
2
Turn right onto Keystone Drive
477 ft·24 sec·Keystone Drive
3
Turn left onto Wheeler Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Wheeler Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 98
3.8 mi·5 min·Gulf Breeze Parkway
5
Turn right onto FL 281 Toll
5.5 mi·7 min·Avalon Boulevard
6
Continue on FL 281 Toll
1.6 mi·2 min·Garcon Point Road
7
Continue on FL 281 Toll
8.9 mi·14 min·Avalon Boulevard
8
Turn right onto US 90
1.7 mi·3 min·Caroline Street
9
Turn left onto FL 89
3.6 mi·6 min·Dogwood Drive
10
Turn left onto FL 87; FL 89
1.6 mi·2 min·FL 87; FL 89
11
Turn left onto FL 89
5.4 mi·7 min·Oriole Street
12
Continue on FL 89
16 mi·22 min·South Alabama Street
13
Turn slight left onto Commerce Street
0.2 mi·36 sec·Commerce Street
14
Arrive at destination
Commerce Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 24.5 miles from Midway, 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 25.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Keystone Drive
Turn right onto Keystone Drive
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|Wheeler Road
Turn left onto Wheeler Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip|~2m in|US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway
At end of road, turn right onto US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway
Navigation decision point
3
20.3 mi into trip|~31m in|US 90 / Caroline Street
Turn right onto US 90 / Caroline Street
Navigation decision point
3
25.6 mi into trip|~41m in|FL 87; FL 89
Turn left onto FL 87; FL 89
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.42 one way
$14.84 round trip
$3.85/gal25.4 MPG avg17 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.22
$8.14
$16.28
premium
$4.55
$8.78
$17.56
diesel
$4.80
$9.25
$18.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
14.7
0
$5.15
$2.35
Efficient EV
12.3
0
$4.29
$1.96
EV Truck/SUV
19.6
0
$6.86
$3.14
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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 Jul 15, 2026
Origin
Midway, FL
Late night
in Midway on Sunday
Local time
3:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 5 to 15 mph24% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 14 at 8:48PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 14 at 8:44PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Destination
Jay, FL
Late night
in Jay on Sunday
Local time
3:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
92°F
Milton, FL
25 mi in
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
1h 15m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is decidedly local, with a "turn-heavy" profile that means you'll be making frequent adjustments. Only about 11% of the journey involves highway driving, so don't anticipate long stretches of high-speed cruising. The longest continuous segment you'll encounter is 16.3 miles along South Alabama Street. This route feels more like navigating through communities rather than a high-speed transit, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape as you go.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.3 mi on South Alabama Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Keystone Drive.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Midway, FL to Jay, FL is easy. At 1h 15m with 11% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Keystone Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Wheeler Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.3 miles on South Alabama Street. 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: at 0.1 miles (Keystone Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Wheeler Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (US 98 / Gulf Breeze Parkway): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Gulf Islands National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jay, FL before heading back.
