Jekyll Island to Lakeland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jekyll Island from Lakeland?

The distance from Jekyll Island to Lakeland is 210.8 miles (339.2 km) as the crow flies. Lakeland is located S of Jekyll Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 263.5 miles, taking about 5h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Jekyll Island in Georgia and Lakeland in Florida.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jekyll Island and Lakeland. 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.