Origin
Nocatee, FL
Late night in Nocatee on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nocatee, FL to Jacksonville, FL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
27.2 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nocatee, FL
Matt Fitz Gibaud
Jacksonville, FL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Traveling from Nocatee to Jacksonville is a straightforward 28.9-mile transit that typically takes about 34 minutes. Because the distance is so short, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day outing rather than an overnight excursion. You will navigate primarily via local roads, including Crosswater Parkway, Nocatee Parkway, and Philips Highway, rather than relying on interstate travel. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical route to manage. Both the origin and destination are located within Florida, keeping you firmly within the same regional landscape throughout your journey. This drive is ideal if you are looking for a simple, efficient way to connect between these two Florida locations without the stress of long-haul logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 13.4 mi | 15m |
| Philips Highway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Nocatee Parkway | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Crosswater Parkway | 2.2 mi | 5m |
| US 1 | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Old Saint Augustine Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Beaver Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 13.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nocatee, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on Crosswater Parkway
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Crosswater Parkway
2
Enter roundabout onto Crosswater Parkway
144 ft
·
3 sec
·
Crosswater Parkway
3
Continue on Crosswater Parkway
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Crosswater Parkway
4
Take the ramp
0.9 mi
·
1 min
5
Merge onto CR 210
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Nocatee Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn right onto US 1
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Philips Highway
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto Old Saint Augustine Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Saint Augustine Road
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 95
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
11
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
12
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 Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn left
132 ft
·
11 sec
14
Turn right
121 ft
·
14 sec
15
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Beaver Street
16
Turn right
175 ft
·
13 sec
17
At end of road, turn right
124 ft
·
11 sec
18
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft
·
0 sec
·
Union Street
19
Arrive at destination
US 17
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 9.9 and 27.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
9.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Old Saint Augustine Road
Turn left onto Old Saint Augustine Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
24.7 mi into trip
|
~35m 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
25.8 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
25.9 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
27.1 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
$4.33 one way
$8.66 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
| premium | $4.72 | $5.06 | $10.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Jacksonville, FL
Late night in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
4:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Patchy Fog then Sunny
SW 3 to 8 mph
0% chance
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
29 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
41m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route involves zero highway miles. You will navigate a series of residential and local parkways that keep you focused on the road ahead. Because the longest stretch is essentially zero miles on Crosswater Parkway, you should be prepared for frequent transitions as you maneuver through the local layout. The character of the drive is defined by its steady, manageable pace through local corridors. You will find that the road remains consistent in its technical, turn-heavy nature from start to finish, providing a very different experience than a high-speed highway commute.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.4 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Philips Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.9 miles in near Old Saint Augustine Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 27.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.9 miles (Old Saint Augustine Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.8 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
42 ft
10 ft
Total Climb
58 ft
Total Descent
68 ft
Highest Point
42 ft
~3.9 mi in
Elevation Range
32 ft
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 Nocatee, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Acosta along the way.
Acosta
24.7 mi in
|
~35m
About the Cities
Arriving in Jacksonville, FL
Full guide →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.
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 41m. Total distance: 27.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.4 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.
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 9.9 miles (Old Saint Augustine Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.8 miles (US 1; US 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument and Fort Matanzas National Monument. 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 Jacksonville, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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