Fort Lauderdale to Jacksonville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

305.2 miles 491.2 km · straight line
318.9 miles actual route 513.3 km · driving distance
6h 1min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
343° NNW bearing direction

How far is Fort Lauderdale from Jacksonville, Florida?

The distance from Fort Lauderdale to Jacksonville, Florida is 305.2 miles (491.2 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Florida is located NNW of Fort Lauderdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.9 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Jacksonville, Florida

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 1min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 13min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~5h 43min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Lauderdale & Jacksonville, Florida

Quick Facts

Fort Lauderdale
26.12°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
3m 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 102 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 81.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM