How far is Jacksonville, FL from Live Oak, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to Live Oak, FL is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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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 Live Oak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Live Oak.
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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
78.6 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 129: Live Oak, Jasper
1584 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto US Highway 129
2.8 mi · 5 min · US Highway 129
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Turn left onto Howard Street
98 m · 10 sec · Howard Street
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Turn right onto Dowling Avenue
106 m · 15 sec · Dowling Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dowling Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Live Oak.
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 left
78.6 mi · 01h 26m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Jacksonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Live Oak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Live Oak?
The road trip is about 84.6 miles (136.2 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Glen Saint Mary is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.3 miles from Jacksonville and 42.4 miles from Live Oak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.40 one way or $24.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Jacksonville and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Live Oak.
Stop Ideas Near Glen Saint Mary
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 Glen Saint Mary.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Live Oak. Straight-line distance: 79.27 mi (127.58 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 Live Oak
County seat of Suwannee County, Florida, United States
| Population | 6,990 |
| Coordinates | 30.2949500, -82.9840200 |
| Altitude | 32 |
| Country | United States |
End: Live Oak (-82.98402, 30.29495)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 136 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 03m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.15 | $12.40 | $24.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $13.74 | $27.48 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $13.01 | $26.01 |
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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