Jacksonville, Florida to Valdosta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

102.7 miles 165.2 km · straight line
120.6 miles actual route 194.1 km · driving distance
2h 18min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Florida from Valdosta?

The distance from Jacksonville, Florida to Valdosta is 102.7 miles (165.2 km) as the crow flies. Valdosta is located WNW of Jacksonville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.6 miles, taking about 2h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Jacksonville, Florida in Florida and Valdosta in Georgia.

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. 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. 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 Valdosta. 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 Valdosta

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 18min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 46min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 11min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Florida & Valdosta

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Valdosta
30.83°N, 83.28°W
America/New_York
67m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 242.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM