How far is Jacksonville, FL from Lake Butler, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to Lake Butler, FL is about 53 miles (85.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.1 miles (74.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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 Baker County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Lake Butler.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Lake Butler.
-
1
Start on Union Street
64 m · 13 sec · Union Street
-
2
Turn left onto Ocean Street
86 m · 15 sec · Ocean Street
-
3
Turn left onto State Street
1.1 km · 2 min · State Street
-
4
Continue on Kings Road
1331 ft · 37 sec · Kings Road
-
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 10 West: Lake City
1.2 km · 2 min
-
7
Merge slight left
26.6 mi · 30 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward FL 121: Macclenny, Lake Butler
901 ft · 31 sec
-
9
Turn right onto South 6th Street
22.4 mi · 29 min · South 6th Street
-
10
Continue straight
60 m · 7 sec
-
11
Turn right
1.5 km · 2 min
-
12
Turn left onto Southwest 2nd Avenue
39 m · 6 sec · Southwest 2nd Avenue
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southwest 2nd Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Lake Butler.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 10 West
Merge slight left
26.6 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Jacksonville and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Lake Butler.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Lake Butler?
The road trip is about 53 miles (85.3 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Macclenny is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Jacksonville and 26.5 miles from Lake Butler.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.1 miles (74.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.76 one way or $15.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Jacksonville and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Lake Butler.
Stop Ideas Near Macclenny
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Macclenny.
Jacksonville
Waldo, Florida
Gainesville, Florida
Palatka
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Lake Butler. Straight-line distance: 46.11 mi (74.2 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 Lake Butler
City in Union County, Florida, United States
| Population | 1,789 |
| Coordinates | 30.0227400, -82.3395600 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lake Butler (-82.33956, 30.02274)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $7.76 | $15.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.59 | $17.19 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $9.16 | $18.31 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $8.13 | $16.27 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Florida · Jun 03, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.