How far is Jacksonville, FL from Crestview, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to Crestview, FL is about 310.7 miles (500.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 293.9 miles (473 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 20m 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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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The capital of Florida.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Crestview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Crestview.
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Start on Union Street
64 m · 13 sec · Union Street
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Turn left onto Ocean Street
86 m · 15 sec · Ocean Street
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Turn left onto State Street
1.1 km · 2 min · State Street
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Continue on Kings Road
1331 ft · 37 sec · Kings Road
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Lake City
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
305.1 mi · 5 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 85: Crestview, Niceville
1295 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto South Ferdon Boulevard
2.6 mi · 5 min · South Ferdon Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Ferdon Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Crestview.
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 left
305 mi · 05h 29m
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.
Sunny leaving Jacksonville and Sunny near Crestview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Crestview?
The road trip is about 310.7 miles (500.1 km) and usually takes 05h 40m 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 155.2 miles from Jacksonville and 155.6 miles from Crestview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 293.9 miles (473 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.8 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 5:40 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.50 one way or $91.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.5 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Jacksonville and Crestview, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jacksonville and Sunny near Crestview.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Crestview. Straight-line distance: 293.93 mi (473.04 km).
#1 Jacksonville
The thirteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Jacksonville metropolitan area.
| Population | 920,570 |
| Coordinates | 30.3321800, -81.6556500 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crestview
City in Florida, United States
| Population | 25,663 |
| Coordinates | 30.7621300, -86.5705100 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crestview (-86.57051, 30.76213)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 500 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $45.50 | $91.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $50.42 | $100.84 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $53.71 | $107.42 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $47.72 | $95.44 |
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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