How far is Jacksonville, FL from Rockledge, FL?
The driving distance from Jacksonville, FL to Rockledge, FL is about 154.5 miles (248.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.9 miles (238.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Volusia County, Florida
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jacksonville and Rockledge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jacksonville and Rockledge.
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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
147.2 mi · 2 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 520: Cocoa Beach, Cocoa Historical District
1288 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto King Street
3.9 mi · 7 min · King Street
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Turn right onto Cocoa Boulevard
1958 ft · 46 sec · Cocoa Boulevard
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Turn left onto Rosa L Jones Boulevard
1420 ft · 44 sec · Rosa L Jones Boulevard
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Turn right onto Brevard Avenue
23 m · 3 sec · Brevard Avenue
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Turn left
29 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Brevard Avenue
96 m · 13 sec · Brevard Avenue
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Turn right onto Derby Street
84 m · 12 sec · Derby Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Derby Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jacksonville and Rockledge.
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
147 mi · 02h 40m
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.
Sunny leaving Jacksonville and Mostly Sunny near Rockledge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jacksonville to Rockledge?
The road trip is about 154.5 miles (248.7 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Ormond-by-the-Sea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from Jacksonville and 77.1 miles from Rockledge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.9 miles (238.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 12:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.61 one way or $45.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jacksonville and Mostly Sunny near Rockledge.
Stop Ideas Near Ormond-by-the-Sea
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 Ormond-by-the-Sea.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jacksonville and Rockledge. Straight-line distance: 147.92 mi (238.05 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 Rockledge
City in Brevard County, Florida, United States of America
| Population | 28,253 |
| Coordinates | 28.3508400, -80.7253300 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rockledge (-80.72533, 28.35084)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
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 | $22.61 | $45.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $25.05 | $50.10 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $26.68 | $53.37 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $23.71 | $47.42 |
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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