How far is Gainesville, FL from Niceville, FL?
The driving distance from Gainesville, FL to Niceville, FL is about 297.7 miles (479.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 255.6 miles (411.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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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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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 32m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The capital of Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gainesville and Niceville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gainesville and Niceville.
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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
226.4 mi · 4 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 285: Niceville, Eglin AFB
1694 ft · 42 sec
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Turn left
17.7 mi · 23 min
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Turn left onto Reynolds Avenue
532 ft · 23 sec · Reynolds Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Reynolds Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gainesville and Niceville.
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 West
Merge slight right
226 mi · 04h 03m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Gainesville and Sunny near Niceville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gainesville to Niceville?
The road trip is about 297.7 miles (479.1 km) and usually takes 05h 32m 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?
Tallahassee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148.8 miles from Gainesville and 148.9 miles from Niceville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 255.6 miles (411.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:56 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.60 one way or $87.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Gainesville and Niceville, 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 Niceville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gainesville and Niceville. Straight-line distance: 255.62 mi (411.38 km).
#1 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 135,004 |
| Coordinates | 29.6516300, -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Niceville
City in Florida
| Population | 16,217 |
| Coordinates | 30.5168600, -86.4821700 |
| Altitude | 11 |
| Country | United States |
End: Niceville (-86.48217, 30.51686)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 479 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $43.60 | $87.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $48.30 | $96.61 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $51.46 | $102.91 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $45.72 | $91.44 |
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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