Gainesville, Florida to Palm Beach Gardens: Road Trip Guide & Distance

236.4 miles 380.5 km · straight line
295.5 miles estimated 475.6 km · driving distance
5h 57min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Gainesville, Florida from Palm Beach Gardens?

The distance from Gainesville, Florida to Palm Beach Gardens is 236.4 miles (380.5 km) as the crow flies. Palm Beach Gardens is located SE of Gainesville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 295.5 miles, taking about 5h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. 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. 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 Gainesville, Florida and Palm Beach Gardens. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Gainesville, Florida to Palm Beach Gardens

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 57min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 8min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 39min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gainesville, Florida & Palm Beach Gardens

Quick Facts

Gainesville, Florida
29.65°N, 82.32°W
America/New_York
50m elevation
Palm Beach Gardens
26.82°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients