Origin
Port Saint Joe, FL
Morning in Port Saint Joe on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Saint Joe, 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
5h 17m
Distance
267 mi
430 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 4m
★
6 AM
5h 17m
8 AM
5h 44m
10 AM
5h 27m
12 PM
5h 24m
3 PM
5h 28m
5 PM
5h 43m
8 PM
5h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Saint Joe, FL
Brent Singleton
Jacksonville, FL
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Trip Overview
Port Saint Joe to Jacksonville is 267 miles and takes about 5h 17m via I 10, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Florida, beginning in the Panhandle and heading east across the state. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward option for a single-day journey. Given the relatively short duration and direct route, it’s a practical choice for getting from one part of Florida to another without extensive planning.
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
133.5 miles from Port Saint Joe, FL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 10 | 186.9 mi | 3h 22m |
| Cecil G Costin Senior Boulevard | 51.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| FL 12 | 18.1 mi | 24m |
| East Central Avenue | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Greensboro Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Union Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 95 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Selman Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 10
— 186.9 mi, about 3h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Saint Joe, FL and Jacksonville, FL.
1
Start on FL 71
139 ft
·
32 sec
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Cecil G Costin Senior Boulevard
2
Continue on FL 71
51 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Cecil G Costin Senior Boulevard
3
Turn right onto FL 20
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
East Central Avenue
4
Turn left onto FL 12
18 mi
·
24 min
·
FL 12
5
Turn right onto FL 12; CR 270
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Selman Street
6
Continue on FL 12
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Greensboro Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
8
Merge onto I 10
187 mi
·
3 hr 22 min
·
I 10
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 95
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95
12
Take the exit onto US 17; FL 228
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 17; FL 228
Exit 353B
Toward Union Street, Beaver Street
13
Turn straight onto US 17; US 23; FL 228
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Union Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
US 17
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 5 hours, you have the flexibility to leave Port Saint Joe any time of day and still reach Jacksonville comfortably within daylight. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize your time upon arrival. While the longest stretch on I 10 is significant, plan for one stop to break up the 186.9 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as major highway services can be spaced out on I 10.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 133.5 miles from Port Saint Joe, FL, or about 2h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 186.9 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 59 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 133.5 miles or 2h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 23m
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 Port Saint Joe, 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 Port Saint Joe, FL
This is one driving day of about 267 miles and 5h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Port Saint Joe, 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 186.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
134 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 133.5 miles from Port Saint Joe, FL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 186.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 51.4 and 266.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
51.4 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
|
FL 20 / East Central Avenue
Turn right onto FL 20 / East Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
77.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
|
I 10
Merge onto I 10
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
264.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Dayton...
8
264.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 12m 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...
6
266.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 14m 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
$42.50 one way
$85.00 round trip
$4.04/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.40 | $46.23 | $92.46 |
| premium | $4.72 | $49.65 | $99.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $58.95 | $117.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 93.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.1 | 0 | $28.03 | $12.82 |
| Efficient EV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.36 | $10.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 106.8 | 1 | $37.38 | $17.09 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Jacksonville on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
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
18 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
5h 17m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 77% of the drive on major roads like I 10. You'll experience a highway-focused profile for the majority of the journey, including one long stretch of 186.9 miles on I 10 without needing to exit. The drive begins on Cecil G Costin Senior Boulevard and FL 12 before merging onto the interstate. Expect sustained highway speeds for much of the trip, making it efficient for covering distance.
77% 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: 186.9 mi on I 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 10 and Cecil G Costin Senior Boulevard. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 51.4 miles in near FL 20 / East Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 267 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 51.4 miles (FL 20 / East Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 77.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 264.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 5h 17m. Total distance: 267 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 186.9 miles on I 10. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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 51.4 miles (FL 20 / East Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 77.3 miles (I 10): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 264.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.6 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.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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