Jacksonville, Florida to Palm Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

171.3 miles 275.7 km · straight line
179 miles actual route 288 km · driving distance
3h 22min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Florida from Palm Bay?

The distance from Jacksonville, Florida to Palm Bay is 171.3 miles (275.7 km) as the crow flies. Palm Bay is located SSE of Jacksonville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 179 miles, taking about 3h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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. 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 Jacksonville, Florida and Palm Bay. 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 Jacksonville, Florida to Palm Bay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 22min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 2min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 12min $21–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Florida & Palm Bay

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Palm Bay
28.03°N, 80.59°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM