Traveling from Perry to Jacksonville covers 146 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 12 minutes of active driving time. This straightforward journey stays entirely within Florida, transitioning from the more rural landscapes of the Perry area toward the bustling urban environment of Jacksonville. Because the entire trip is easily manageable in a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have business or leisure plans waiting for you at your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, it is an affordable excursion that fits well into a single-day itinerary. Expect a consistent pace as you move between these two Florida locations, making this a practical option for travelers prioritizing efficiency over scenic detours.
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
65.5 miles from Perry, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 10
78.4 mi
1h 25m
Hampton Springs Avenue
18.9 mi
25m
Dowling Park Road
14.2 mi
20m
CR 53
8.1 mi
11m
Irvin Avenue
4.3 mi
5m
Ohio Avenue
1.9 mi
3m
Union Street
0.7 mi
1m
I 95
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on South Quincy Street
103 ft·6 sec·South Quincy Street
2
Turn right onto West Main Street
300 ft·12 sec·West Main Street
3
Turn right onto CR 55
0.4 mi·1 min·Jefferson Street
4
Turn left onto US 27
19 mi·25 min·Hampton Springs Avenue
5
Turn left onto CR 53
8.1 mi·11 min·CR 53
6
Turn right onto CR 250
14 mi·20 min·Dowling Park Road
7
Turn left onto FL 51
4.3 mi·5 min·Irvin Avenue
8
Enter roundabout onto FL 51
156 ft·4 sec·11th Street Southwest
9
Continue on FL 51
0.2 mi·24 sec·11th Street Southwest
10
Turn left onto Houston Avenue Southwest
0.6 mi·1 min·Houston Avenue Southwest
11
Continue on CR 249; CR 795
0.5 mi·58 sec·Houston Avenue Northwest
12
Turn right onto Winderweedle Street Northwest
0.3 mi·50 sec·Winderweedle Street Northwest
13
Turn left onto US 129
1.9 mi·3 min·Ohio Avenue
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
15
Merge onto I 10
78 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, SavannahUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi·1 min·I 95
19
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi·26 sec·US 17; FL 228
Exit 353BToward Union Street, Beaver Street
20
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi·1 min·Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best to plan your departure for a time when you can avoid peak local congestion on the main streets. While the 2-hour and 12-minute duration is short enough to tackle in one go, the lack of highway miles means your average speed will be lower than a typical interstate trip, so factor in a bit of extra time for potential traffic lights. Budgeting $24 for fuel should be sufficient, but it is always wise to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Perry, as local roads can lead to unpredictable fuel consumption. Because this is a flexible, single-day trip, feel free to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep a close eye on your navigation apps, as the reliance on local roads like Jefferson Street and Hampton Springs Avenue requires more frequent attention to turn-by-turn directions.
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 65.5 miles from Perry, FL, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 29 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.5 miles or 1h 29m 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 14m
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 Perry, 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 Perry, FL
This is one driving day of about 130.9 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Perry, 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 10 for about 78.4 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 and 130 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
45.9 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|FL 51 / 11th Street Southwest
Enter roundabout onto FL 51 / 11th Street Southwest
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
49.8 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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128.6 mi into trip|~2h 38m 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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130 mi into trip|~2h 40m 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
$20.84 one way
$41.67 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$22.67
$45.33
premium
$4.72
$24.34
$48.68
diesel
$5.61
$28.90
$57.80
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: 45.8 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
39.3
0
$13.74
$6.28
Efficient EV
32.7
0
$11.45
$5.24
EV Truck/SUV
52.4
0
$18.33
$8.38
Gas CO2
46 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 20, 2026
Origin
Perry, FL
Late night
in Perry on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Late night
in Jacksonville on Tuesday
Local time
4:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
87°F
Live Oak, FL
65 mi in
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
4 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
2h 42m 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?
Forget about the monotony of high-speed interstate cruising; this route is defined by a turn-heavy local feel. You will spend your time navigating through West Main Street, Jefferson Street, and Hampton Springs Avenue rather than merging onto major freeways. In fact, this path features zero highway miles, keeping you on local roads for the duration of the 146-mile trip. Because you are primarily navigating local surface streets, there is no single long-distance stretch to settle into, as the longest uninterrupted section on West Main Street is negligible. Prepare for a more engaged driving experience where you will need to focus on turns and local traffic patterns throughout the entire duration.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.4 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Hampton Springs Avenue. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 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 130.9 miles you will encounter 17 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 (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 45.9 miles (FL 51 / 11th Street Southwest): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 49.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Perry is a city in Florida's Big Bend Coast region with a population of 7,000 as of 2010. The county seat of Taylor County, it's named after former governor and Confederate colonel Madison Perry.
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.
Top landmarks
•Fort Caroline — fort in Florida managed by the National Park Service
•Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville — museum in Jacksonville, Florida
•Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve — wetlands in Florida (U.S.) managed by the National Park Service
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 130.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.4 miles on I 10. 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: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 45.9 miles (FL 51 / 11th Street Southwest): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 49.8 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Jacksonville, FL before heading back.
