Jacksonville, North Carolina to Merritt Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jacksonville, North Carolina from Merritt Island?

The distance from Jacksonville, North Carolina to Merritt Island is 481.6 miles (775.1 km) as the crow flies. Merritt Island is located SSW of Jacksonville, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 577.9 miles, taking about 11h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, North Carolina in North Carolina and Merritt Island in Florida.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Jacksonville, North Carolina and Merritt Island. 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.