Gainesville, Florida to Jacksonville, Florida: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gainesville, Florida from Jacksonville, Florida?

The distance from Gainesville, Florida to Jacksonville, Florida is 61.8 miles (99.4 km) as the crow flies. Jacksonville, Florida is located NE of Gainesville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 71.4 miles, taking about 1h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gainesville, Florida 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.