How far is Gainesville, FL from East Milton, FL?
The driving distance from Gainesville, FL to East Milton, FL is about 323.4 miles (520.4 km), with a travel time of about 05h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 288.4 miles (464.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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City in Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gainesville and East Milton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville and East Milton.
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Start on South Main Street
35 m · 11 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West University Avenue
3.3 mi · 9 min · West University Avenue
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Continue on Newberry Road
2.3 mi · 5 min · Newberry Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Lake City
2013 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
46.7 mi · 50 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10: Jacksonville, Tallahassee
820 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tallahassee
1569 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right
267.9 mi · 4 hr 47 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 89: Milton
1109 ft · 47 sec
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Keep slight left
99 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Ward Basin Road
2 mi · 4 min · Ward Basin Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ward Basin Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gainesville and East Milton.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 West
Merge slight right
268 mi · 04h 47m
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.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Gainesville and Patchy Fog near East Milton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gainesville to East Milton?
The road trip is about 323.4 miles (520.4 km) and usually takes 05h 57m 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?
Midway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 161.5 miles from Gainesville and 161.9 miles from East Milton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 288.4 miles (464.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 35 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:06 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.75 one way or $87.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gainesville and East Milton, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Gainesville and Patchy Fog near East Milton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gainesville and East Milton. Straight-line distance: 288.42 mi (464.17 km).
#1 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 135,004 |
| Coordinates | 29.6516300, -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
#2 East Milton
East Milton is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.6151900, -87.0216300 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Milton (-87.02163, 30.61519)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 520 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.83 | $43.75 | $87.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $49.29 | $98.58 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $53.20 | $106.41 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $67.79 | $135.57 |
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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