How far is Bellview, FL from Gainesville, FL?
The driving distance from Bellview, FL to Gainesville, FL is about 351.6 miles (565.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 303.6 miles (488.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 09m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Gadsden County, Florida, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bellview and Gainesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellview and Gainesville.
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Start on Saufley Field Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Saufley Field Road
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Continue on West Michigan Avenue
2.5 mi · 5 min · West Michigan Avenue
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Continue on Beverly Parkway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Beverly Parkway
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Continue on Brent Lane
1.6 km · 2 min · Brent Lane
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Turn left
1811 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 110 North
2883 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
1.4 km · 1 min · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 10 East, FL 291: Tallahassee, Davis Highway
1328 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: Tallahassee
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
282.9 mi · 5 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
1959 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 26: Gainesville, Newberry, Newberry Road
1141 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto West Newberry Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · West Newberry Road
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Continue on West University Avenue
3.4 mi · 9 min · West University Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
35 m · 3 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bellview and Gainesville.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
283 mi · 05h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny leaving Bellview and Mostly Sunny near Gainesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bellview to Gainesville?
The road trip is about 351.6 miles (565.9 km) and usually takes 05h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gretna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 172.2 miles from Bellview and 179.5 miles from Gainesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 303.6 miles (488.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 48 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $51.48 one way or $102.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 110.3 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Bellview and Gainesville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Bellview and Mostly Sunny near Gainesville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bellview and Gainesville. Straight-line distance: 303.6 mi (488.59 km).
#1 Bellview
Census designated place
| Population | 23,355 |
| Coordinates | 30.4615900, -87.3149700 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 135,004 |
| Coordinates | 29.6516300, -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-82.32501, 29.65163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 566 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $51.48 | $102.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $57.04 | $114.07 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $60.76 | $121.52 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $53.98 | $107.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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