Traveling from Mims to Jacksonville covers 129.6 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes behind the wheel. This journey stays entirely within Florida, making it a straightforward connection between the two areas. You can easily complete the trip in a single day, as it functions perfectly as a direct transit route. With an estimated fuel cost of $21, it is an affordable option for your travel budget. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you have the flexibility to drive straight through or break up the trip however you prefer. It is a practical, no-nonsense path for those looking to reach their destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
64.5 miles from Mims, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
124.6 mi
2h 15m
West Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
Beaver Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Union Street
<0.1 mi
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 124.6 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mims, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on US 1
132 ft·10 sec·US 1
2
Turn left onto FL 46
1.5 mi·2 min·West Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
4
Merge onto I 95
125 mi·2 hr 15 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 90
287 ft·6 sec·US 1; US 90
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street, Prudential Drive
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 90
1.2 mi·3 min·US 1; US 90
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
9
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
11
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
12
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
13
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
14
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart at your convenience without needing an overnight split. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local roads that define this route. Keep your $21 fuel budget in mind, and consider filling up before you leave Mims to ensure a smooth, continuous drive to Jacksonville. Because the route is turn-heavy, pay close attention to your navigation when transitioning from West Main Street onto the larger thoroughfares like I-95 North and US 90. Staying alert during these transitions will help you maintain a steady pace for the full 129.6 miles.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 64.5 miles from Mims, FL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.6 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.5 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 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 Mims, 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 Mims, FL
This is one driving day of about 129 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Mims, FL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 124.6 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 128.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|FL 46 / West Main Street
Turn left onto FL 46 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
126.5 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Stree...
6
127.6 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|US 1; US 90
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1; US 90 toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street, Prudential Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
8
127.6 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|US 1; US 90
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 90 toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street,...
6
128.9 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|US 90 / Beaver Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 90 / Beaver Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.53 one way
$41.07 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg45 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$22.34
$44.67
premium
$4.72
$23.99
$47.97
diesel
$5.61
$28.48
$56.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
38.7
0
$13.54
$6.19
Efficient EV
32.3
0
$11.29
$5.16
EV Truck/SUV
51.6
0
$18.06
$8.26
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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 15, 2026
Origin
Mims, FL
Afternoon
in Mims on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Afternoon
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
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
3 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
2h 25m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind. While the route utilizes I-95 North and US 90, the path remains grounded in local navigation starting from West Main Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on West Main Street, meaning you will be navigating transitions frequently rather than settling into long, highway-only cruising. With a 0% highway share noted for the specific layout, the drive demands your full attention as you maneuver through local roads. You will find the character of the road changes as you shift between these different surface types throughout the nearly two-hour transit.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.6 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and West Main Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near FL 46 / West Main Street.
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 129 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (FL 46 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 126.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.6 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 2h 25m. Total distance: 129 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (FL 46 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 126.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.6 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jacksonville, FL before heading back.
