How far is DeFuniak Springs, FL from Jacksonville, FL?
The driving distance from DeFuniak Springs, FL to Jacksonville, FL is about 280.4 miles (451.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 266.8 miles (429.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 08m 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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City in Jefferson County, Florida, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between DeFuniak Springs and Jacksonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between DeFuniak Springs and Jacksonville.
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Start on South 9th Street
38 m · 13 sec · South 9th Street
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Turn left onto US Highway 90 East
1590 ft · 41 sec · US Highway 90 East
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Turn left onto US Highway 331 South
2.1 mi · 3 min · US Highway 331 South
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Take the ramp left toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
1956 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
276.5 mi · 4 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
2176 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
1.1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Union Street, Beaver Street
916 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto Union Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Union Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Union Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between DeFuniak Springs and Jacksonville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
276 mi · 04h 58m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from DeFuniak Springs to Jacksonville?
The road trip is about 280.4 miles (451.2 km) and usually takes 04h 04m 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?
Monticello is a useful midpoint, sitting about 140.8 miles from DeFuniak Springs and 139.6 miles from Jacksonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 266.8 miles (429.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 8:52 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.02 one way or $82.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.9 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between DeFuniak Springs and Jacksonville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between DeFuniak Springs and Jacksonville. Straight-line distance: 266.75 mi (429.3 km).
#1 DeFuniak Springs
City in Walton County, Florida, United States
| Population | 7,200 |
| Coordinates | 30.7210200, -86.1152200 |
| Altitude | 79 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jacksonville
The thirteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Jacksonville metropolitan area.
| Population | 920,570 |
| Coordinates | 30.3321800, -81.6556500 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Union Street (-81.655668, 30.332118)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 451 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 29m |
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 | $41.02 | $82.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $45.45 | $90.91 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $48.42 | $96.84 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $43.02 | $86.04 |
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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