How far is Jacksonville, FL from Pensacola, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to Pensacola, FL is about 358 miles (576.1 km), with a travel time of about 06h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 331.5 miles (533.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 12h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
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City in Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Pensacola.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Pensacola.
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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
348.9 mi · 6 hr 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 110 South: Pensacola, Pensacola Beach
1.4 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
4.9 mi · 6 min · Reubin O'Donovan Askew Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 90: Cervantes Street
2120 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right onto East Cervantes Street
805 ft · 20 sec · East Cervantes Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Cervantes Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Pensacola.
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
349 mi · 06h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Partly Sunny leaving Jacksonville and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pensacola.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Pensacola?
The road trip is about 358 miles (576.1 km) and usually takes 06h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Midway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 178.8 miles from Jacksonville and 179.3 miles from Pensacola.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 331.5 miles (533.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $52.39 one way or $104.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 112.2 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Jacksonville and Pensacola, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Jacksonville and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Pensacola.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Pensacola. Straight-line distance: 331.52 mi (533.53 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 Pensacola
The most populous city in Escambia County, Florida.
| Population | 53,142 |
| Coordinates | 30.4213100, -87.2169100 |
| Altitude | 31 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pensacola (-87.21691, 30.42131)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 576 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.15 | $52.39 | $104.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $58.05 | $116.09 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $61.84 | $123.67 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $54.94 | $109.88 |
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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