How far is Flagler Beach, FL from Gainesville, FL?
The driving distance from Flagler Beach, FL to Gainesville, FL is about 83.7 miles (134.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73 miles (117.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
County seat of Putnam County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flagler Beach and Gainesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flagler Beach and Gainesville.
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Start on South Daytona Avenue
2050 ft · 2 min · South Daytona Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Moody Boulevard
8.1 mi · 13 min · Moody Boulevard
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Turn right onto State Street
2224 ft · 57 sec · State Street
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Turn right
23.7 mi · 31 min
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Take the ramp slight right
5.7 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto 9th Street
1719 ft · 1 min · 9th Street
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Continue on Crill Avenue
42.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Crill Avenue
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Continue on East University Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · East University Avenue
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Turn left 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 Flagler Beach and Gainesville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Crill Avenue
Continue on Crill Avenue
42.6 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Flagler Beach 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 Flagler Beach to Gainesville?
The road trip is about 83.7 miles (134.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Palatka is a useful midpoint, sitting about 41.1 miles from Flagler Beach and 42.6 miles from Gainesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73 miles (117.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.24 one way or $24.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Flagler Beach and Mostly Sunny near Gainesville.
Stop Ideas Near Palatka
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Palatka.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flagler Beach and Gainesville. Straight-line distance: 73.02 mi (117.51 km).
#1 Flagler Beach
City in Flagler County, Florida, United States
| Population | 5,152 |
| Coordinates | 29.4749800, -81.1270000 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| 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: 135 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 02m |
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 | $12.24 | $24.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.56 | $27.12 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $14.44 | $28.89 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $12.83 | $25.67 |
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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