Atlanta to Jacksonville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

285.1 miles 458.9 km · straight line
345.4 miles actual route 555.9 km · driving distance
6h 20min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Atlanta from Jacksonville, Florida?

The distance from Atlanta to Jacksonville, Florida is 285.1 miles (458.9 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Florida is located SE of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 345.4 miles, taking about 6h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta in Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida in Florida.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Atlanta and Jacksonville, Florida. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Atlanta to Jacksonville, Florida

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 20min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 36min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 1min $41–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Atlanta & Jacksonville, Florida

Quick Facts

Atlanta
33.75°N, 84.39°W
America/New_York
320m elevation
Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM