How far is Jacksonville, FL from Loxahatchee Groves, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to Loxahatchee Groves, FL is about 286.1 miles (460.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 265.6 miles (427.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 39m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Loxahatchee Groves.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Loxahatchee Groves.
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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
219.5 mi · 3 hr 57 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 70: Okeechobee, Fort Pierce
2396 ft · 58 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on FL 70 West: Okeechobee
150 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Okeechobee Road
2745 ft · 58 sec · Okeechobee Road
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Take the ramp left
1090 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Miami, Florida's Turnpike South
2588 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Florida's Turnpike
54.6 mi · 59 min · Florida's Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward US 98, FL 80: Southern Boulevard
1868 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto Pike Road
2269 ft · 43 sec · Pike Road
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Turn right onto Southern Boulevard
6.6 mi · 10 min · Southern Boulevard
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Turn right onto D Road
553 ft · 29 sec · D Road
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Turn left onto Tangerine Drive
1606 ft · 1 min · Tangerine Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tangerine Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Loxahatchee Groves.
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 95 South
Merge slight left
219 mi · 03h 57m
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 Jacksonville and Sunny near Loxahatchee Groves.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Loxahatchee Groves?
The road trip is about 286.1 miles (460.5 km) and usually takes 05h 19m 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?
Port Saint John is a useful midpoint, sitting about 143.4 miles from Jacksonville and 142.7 miles from Loxahatchee Groves.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 265.6 miles (427.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 6:20 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.89 one way or $83.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 89.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jacksonville and Sunny near Loxahatchee Groves.
Stop Ideas Near Port Saint John
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Loxahatchee Groves. Straight-line distance: 265.56 mi (427.38 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 Loxahatchee Groves
Town in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States
| Population | 3,623 |
| Coordinates | 26.6836800, -80.2797700 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Loxahatchee Groves (-80.27977, 26.68368)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 461 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 34m |
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 | $41.89 | $83.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $46.42 | $92.84 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $49.45 | $98.90 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $43.93 | $87.87 |
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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