How far is Gainesville, FL from Ferry Pass, FL?
The driving distance from Gainesville, FL to Ferry Pass, FL is about 337.4 miles (543 km), with a travel time of about 06h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 298.1 miles (479.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 06h 11m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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 Gadsden County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gainesville and Ferry Pass.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville and Ferry Pass.
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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
283 mi · 5 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 291
1775 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 291 North: University of West Florida
75 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto North Davis Highway
1661 ft · 45 sec · North Davis Highway
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Turn right onto East Olive Road
2537 ft · 57 sec · East Olive Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Olive Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gainesville and Ferry Pass.
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
283 mi · 05h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving Gainesville and Sunny near Ferry Pass.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gainesville to Ferry Pass?
The road trip is about 337.4 miles (543 km) and usually takes 06h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Quincy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 168.5 miles from Gainesville and 168.8 miles from Ferry Pass.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 298.1 miles (479.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.3 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.36 one way or $98.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gainesville and Ferry Pass, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gainesville and Sunny near Ferry Pass.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gainesville and Ferry Pass. Straight-line distance: 298.15 mi (479.83 km).
#1 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 135,004 |
| Coordinates | 29.6516300, -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ferry Pass
CDP in Florida
| Population | 28,921 |
| Coordinates | 30.5102000, -87.2124700 |
| Altitude | 34 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ferry Pass (-87.21247, 30.5102)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 543 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $49.36 | $98.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $54.69 | $109.38 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $58.26 | $116.52 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $51.77 | $103.53 |
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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