How far is Gainesville, FL from Milton, FL?
The driving distance from Gainesville, FL to Milton, FL is about 324.3 miles (521.9 km), with a travel time of about 06h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 289.7 miles (466.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 02m 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 01m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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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 Milton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville and 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
264.6 mi · 4 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 87: Milton, Navarre Beach
2069 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Caroline Street
4.1 mi · 7 min · Caroline Street
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Turn right onto Willing Street
144 m · 16 sec · Willing Street
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Continue on Broad Street
1586 ft · 50 sec · Broad Street
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Turn left onto Ravine Street
750 ft · 28 sec · Ravine Street
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Turn right onto Alabama Street
1402 ft · 48 sec · Alabama Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Alabama Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gainesville and 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
265 mi · 04h 44m
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 Mostly Sunny near Milton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gainesville to Milton?
The road trip is about 324.3 miles (521.9 km) and usually takes 06h 01m 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?
Midway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 162 miles from Gainesville and 162.3 miles from Milton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 289.7 miles (466.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.6 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 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 $47.45 one way or $94.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 101.7 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gainesville and Milton, 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 Mostly Sunny near Milton.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gainesville and Milton. Straight-line distance: 289.73 mi (466.27 km).
#1 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 135,004 |
| Coordinates | 29.6516300, -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Milton
City in Florida, United States
| Population | 10,785 |
| Coordinates | 30.6324100, -87.0396900 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
End: Milton (-87.03969, 30.63241)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 522 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 24m |
| 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 | $4.15 | $47.45 | $94.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $52.58 | $105.16 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $56.01 | $112.02 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $49.76 | $99.53 |
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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