Connecting Oviedo to Jacksonville is a straightforward 134.6-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 36 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the coast without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Seminole Expressway, I-4, and I-95, making this a highly efficient transit corridor through Central and Northeast Florida. With an estimated fuel cost of just $22, it remains an affordable option for travelers looking to get from the Orlando suburbs to the Jacksonville area. Whether you are heading north for business or a quick weekend getaway, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable and predictable travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.3 miles from Oviedo, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
86.1 mi
1h 34m
I 4
28.4 mi
30m
Seminole Expressway
10 mi
10m
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
North Central Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
W SR 434
1.1 mi
2m
Rinehart Road
0.8 mi
1m
West 1st Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 86.1 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oviedo, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on CR 419
0.1 mi·18 sec·East Broadway Street
2
Continue on CR 419
0.1 mi·24 sec·East Broadway Street
3
Turn right onto FL 419; FL 434
1.2 mi·2 min·North Central Avenue
4
Continue on FL 419; FL 434
1.1 mi·2 min·W SR 434
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
6
Merge onto FL 417 Toll
10.0 mi·10 min·Seminole Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 54Toward Rinehart RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Rinehart Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Rinehart Road
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto FL 46
0.3 mi·43 sec·West 1st Street
10
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 4 East: Daytona BeachUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 4
28 mi·30 min·I 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
13
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 95 North, US 92 North: Jacksonville
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: JacksonvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 95
86 mi·1 hr 34 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
17
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
18
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.
19
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
20
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
22
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
23
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
24
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
25
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule, though avoiding peak rush hour traffic is always a smart move to keep your travel time closer to the 2-hour and 36-minute estimate. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh, as the long, monotonous stretches on I-95 can lead to driver fatigue. Keep your fuel budget around $22 in mind, though filling up before you leave Oviedo can help you avoid potentially higher prices near busy interstate interchanges. Because you will spend the vast majority of your trip on highways, ensure your vehicle is highway-ready before hitting the road. Prioritize consistent speed and lane awareness to make the most of the fast-paced, high-percentage highway sections.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.3 miles from Oviedo, FL, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.1 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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.3 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
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 Oviedo, 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 Oviedo, FL
This is one driving day of about 134.6 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Oviedo, 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 95 for about 86.1 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.1 and 133.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
13.1 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward Rinehart Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 54
Toward Rinehart Road
6
13.6 mi into trip|~18m in|Rinehart Road
Turn right onto Rinehart Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
43.6 mi into trip|~52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95: Miami, Jacksonville
7
45.1 mi into trip|~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
8
133.3 mi into trip|~2h 32m 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,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.42 one way
$42.85 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$23.31
$46.61
premium
$4.72
$25.03
$50.06
diesel
$5.61
$29.72
$59.44
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: 47.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.4
0
$14.13
$6.46
Efficient EV
33.7
0
$11.78
$5.38
EV Truck/SUV
53.8
0
$18.84
$8.61
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Oviedo, FL
Afternoon
in Oviedo on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Afternoon
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
4:23 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
1 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 36m 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 high-speed, interstate-heavy experience, as 94% of your journey takes place on major highways. The drive is defined by its efficiency, featuring a significant 86.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along I-95 that allows you to settle into a steady cruising pace. While the transition from the Seminole Expressway to the interstate system is seamless, you should prepare for the typical traffic patterns associated with major Florida thoroughfares. There is little variation in the road type, meaning you will spend almost the entire duration focused on navigating multi-lane highway infrastructure. It is a functional, no-nonsense path designed for getting you to your destination as quickly as possible.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and I 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 134.6 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 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles (Rinehart Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Oviedo is a city in Seminole County, Florida.
The population of Oviedo was 26,316 at the 2000 census. As of 2005, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau is 29,848. The city maintains a Sister City relationship with Oviedo, Spain.
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 36m. Total distance: 134.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.1 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. 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 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles (Rinehart Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.6 miles: 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.
