How far is Jacksonville, FL from River Park, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to River Park, FL is about 234.8 miles (377.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 223.1 miles (359 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 22m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and River Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and River Park.
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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
227.2 mi · 4 hr 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Saint Lucie West Boulevard
2512 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on St Lucie West Boulevard
54 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Southwest Saint Lucie West Boulevard
2.7 mi · 5 min · Southwest Saint Lucie West Boulevard
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Continue on Prima Vista Boulevard
2578 ft · 56 sec · Prima Vista Boulevard
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Continue on Southwest Prima Vista Boulevard
1.3 km · 1 min · Southwest Prima Vista Boulevard
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Continue on Prima Vista Boulevard
806 ft · 16 sec · Prima Vista Boulevard
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Continue on Southeast Prima Vista Boulevard
130 m · 13 sec · Southeast Prima Vista Boulevard
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Turn right onto Southeast Airoso Boulevard
601 ft · 17 sec · Southeast Airoso Boulevard
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Turn left onto Southeast Bonita Court
101 m · 17 sec · Southeast Bonita Court
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Turn right onto Southeast Solaz Avenue
567 ft · 30 sec · Southeast Solaz Avenue
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Turn left onto Southeast Castana Court
139 m · 20 sec · Southeast Castana Court
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Southeast Castana Court
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and River Park.
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
227 mi · 04h 06m
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 Mostly Sunny near River Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to River Park?
The road trip is about 234.8 miles (377.8 km) and usually takes 04h 22m 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?
Mims is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117.6 miles from Jacksonville and 117.1 miles from River Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 223.1 miles (359 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:16 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.75 one way or $63.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jacksonville and Mostly Sunny near River Park.
Stop Ideas Near Mims
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 Mims.
Sanford
Winter Park
Orlando Health/Amtrak
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and River Park. Straight-line distance: 223.05 mi (358.96 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 River Park
River Park is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 27.3142100, -80.3472700 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
End: River Park (-80.34727, 27.31421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 378 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.84 | $31.75 | $63.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $35.79 | $71.59 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $38.60 | $77.20 |
| Diesel | $5.92 | $49.04 | $98.08 |
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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