How far is Jacksonville, FL from Leesburg, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to Leesburg, FL is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 105.9 miles (170.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 03m 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 03h 01m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Leesburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Leesburg.
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Start on Union Street
596 ft · 21 sec · Union Street
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Turn right onto Newnan Street
1965 ft · 1 min · Newnan Street
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Turn right onto East Forsyth Street
770 ft · 24 sec · East Forsyth Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
2507 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 95 South
1.5 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 95, US 1 South, FL 5 South: Daytona Beach, Philips Highway
1165 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Daytona Beach
1093 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left
50.5 mi · 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Bunnell
1824 ft · 45 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 1 South: Bunnell
57 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight
4 mi · 5 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
36 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
9.9 mi · 13 min
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Turn right onto West Moody Boulevard
9.5 mi · 12 min · West Moody Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
27 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout
8.7 mi · 11 min
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Turn right onto East State Road 40
16.2 mi · 23 min · East State Road 40
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Turn left
4.1 mi · 7 min
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At the end of the road, turn left
17.5 mi · 26 min
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Turn right
10.9 mi · 16 min
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Turn right
1.7 mi · 3 min
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Turn slight left
122 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South 6th Street
33 m · 5 sec · South 6th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Leesburg.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 95 South
Merge slight left
50.5 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Jacksonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Leesburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Leesburg?
The road trip is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km) and usually takes 03h 01m 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?
Bunnell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.8 miles from Jacksonville and 68.6 miles from Leesburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 105.9 miles (170.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 10:56 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.12 one way or $40.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Jacksonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Leesburg.
Stop Ideas Near Bunnell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Leesburg. Straight-line distance: 105.96 mi (170.53 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 Leesburg
City in Florida, United States
| Population | 24,060 |
| Coordinates | 28.8108200, -81.8778600 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: Leesburg (-81.87786, 28.81082)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 221 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $20.12 | $40.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $22.29 | $44.58 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $23.75 | $47.49 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $21.10 | $42.19 |
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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