Jacksonville, Florida to West Palm Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.2 miles 431.6 km · straight line
283 miles actual route 455.4 km · driving distance
5h 13min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Florida from West Palm Beach?

The distance from Jacksonville, Florida to West Palm Beach is 268.2 miles (431.6 km) as the crow flies. West Palm Beach is located SSE of Jacksonville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 283 miles, taking about 5h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. 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 Jacksonville, Florida and West Palm Beach. 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 West Palm Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 13min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 16min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~4h 57min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Florida & West Palm Beach

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
West Palm Beach
26.72°N, 80.05°W
America/New_York
4m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM