This 337.2-mile drive from Pinewood, FL, to Jacksonville, FL, is designed for efficiency, taking approximately 6 hours and 16 minutes. It's a highway-focused journey primarily utilizing I-95 and Florida's Turnpike, with a small portion on US-1, making it easily manageable as a single-day trip. Expect a fuel cost of around $54 for this route within the state of Florida. With a highway share of 98%, this drive is best suited for those prioritizing reaching their destination quickly over leisurely sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
168.6 miles from Pinewood, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
222.8 mi
4h 1m
Florida's Turnpike
108.1 mi
2h
US 1
1.3 mi
3m
Northwest 103rd Street
0.7 mi
1m
Okeechobee Road
0.3 mi
<1m
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
— 222.8 mi, about 4h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinewood, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on SR 932
349 ft·15 sec·Northwest 103rd Street
2
Continue on SR 932
0.6 mi·1 min·Northwest 103rd Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 95 North: Fort LauderdaleUse the straight / left lanes.
4
Merge onto I 95
3.1 mi·3 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 12AToward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike TollUse the slight left lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward Florida's Turnpike
7
Merge onto Florida's Turnpike
108 mi·2 hr·Florida's Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·53 sec
Exit 152Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero BeachUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
214 ft·5 sec
Toward FL 70 East: Fort Pierce
10
Merge onto FL 70
0.3 mi·35 sec·Okeechobee Road
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 North: Daytona BeachUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
220 mi·3 hr 57 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
15
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
16
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.
17
Turn left
132 ft·11 sec
18
Turn right
121 ft·14 sec
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 90
104 ft·4 sec·Beaver Street
20
Turn right
175 ft·13 sec
21
At end of road, turn right
124 ft·11 sec
22
Turn right onto US 17
22 ft·0 sec·Union Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour 16-minute duration, starting your trip from Pinewood in the morning is advisable to reach Jacksonville with daylight to spare. While the drive is manageable in one day, you'll encounter just one recommended stop, so plan your breaks accordingly. The fuel cost is estimated at $54, so ensure your tank is full before departing Pinewood. Since this route is heavily highway-focused, be mindful of potential traffic on I-95 as you approach Jacksonville, especially during peak hours.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 168.6 miles from Pinewood, FL, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 222.8 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 74 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.6 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 7m
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 Pinewood, 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 Pinewood, FL
This is one driving day of about 337.2 miles and 6h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Pinewood, 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 222.8 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 335.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.7 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North: Fort Lauderdale
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Fort Lauderdale
7
4.1 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 12A
Toward SR 826 West: Florida's Turnpike Toll
8
113.4 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 152
Toward FL 70: Fort Pierce, Vero Beach
7
114.5 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: Daytona Beach
8
335.9 mi into trip|~6h 12m 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
$53.67 one way
$107.35 round trip
$4.04/gal25.4 MPG avg118 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.40
$58.39
$116.77
premium
$4.72
$62.70
$125.40
diesel
$5.61
$74.45
$148.90
Estimated Tolls: $7.57
Florida's Turnpike
(108.1 mi)$7.57
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Tolls
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
101.2
1
$35.41
$16.19
Efficient EV
84.3
0
$29.50
$13.49
EV Truck/SUV
134.9
1
$47.21
$21.58
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 19, 2026
Origin
Pinewood, FL
Afternoon
in Pinewood on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Jacksonville, FL
Afternoon
in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
4:22 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
10 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
6h 16m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
National Monument
Built by the Spanish in St. Augustine to defend Florida and the Atlantic trade route, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument preserves the oldest masonry fortification in the continental United Stat...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
$15
near mile 303.6
Fort Matanzas National Monument preserves the fortified coquina watchtower, completed in 1742, which defended the southern approach to the Spanish military settlement of St. Augustine. It also protect...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 291.9
Discover a dynamic barrier island shaped by dunes, coastal hammocks, and Mosquito Lagoon. Walk among ancient Timucua shell mounds and connect with thousands of years of human history. Immerse yourself...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
$25
near mile 221.8
Within sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs. Evidence of 10,000 years of human history is here to...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Get ready for a predominantly highway experience, as 98% of this route involves high-speed driving. You'll cover a significant 222.8 miles on I-95 uninterrupted, offering a consistent pace. The journey transitions from Florida's Turnpike to I-95, meaning you'll be on major arteries for the vast majority of the time. This profile suggests a drive where the focus is on covering ground efficiently rather than exploring varied landscapes or winding roads.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 222.8 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Florida's Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 337.2 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Pinewood, FL to Jacksonville, FL, road signs begin pointing toward Vero Beach along the way.
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 6h 16m. Total distance: 337.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 222.8 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $7.57 in tolls one way, starting with Florida's Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Fort Matanzas National Monument and Canaveral National Seashore (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jacksonville, FL before the return drive.
