Jacksonville, Florida to Sumter: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.5 miles 417.7 km · straight line
279.2 miles actual route 449.3 km · driving distance
5h 6min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Florida from Sumter?

The distance from Jacksonville, Florida to Sumter is 259.5 miles (417.7 km) as the crow flies. Sumter is located NNE of Jacksonville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.2 miles, taking about 5h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, Florida in Florida and Sumter in South Carolina.

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 Jacksonville, Florida and Sumter. 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 Sumter

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 6min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 7min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~4h 51min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Florida & Sumter

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Sumter
33.92°N, 80.34°W
America/New_York
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM