How far is Java, TX from Jacksonville, TX?
The driving distance from Java, TX to Jacksonville, TX is about 14.5 miles (23.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Cherokee County, Texas, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Java and Jacksonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Java and Jacksonville.
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Start on Jarrat Street
46 m · 7 sec · Jarrat Street
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Turn right onto County Road 2126
1.2 mi · 5 min · County Road 2126
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Turn right onto US Highway 84 West
1.4 mi · 2 min · US Highway 84 West
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Turn left onto County Road 1803
135 m · 25 sec · County Road 1803
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Turn left onto FM 2138 North
10.7 mi · 26 min · FM 2138 North
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto East Rusk Street
1009 ft · 20 sec · East Rusk Street
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Turn left onto South Jackson Street
34 m · 1 sec · South Jackson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Jackson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Java and Jacksonville.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
FM 2138 North
Turn left onto FM 2138 North
10.7 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Java and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jacksonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Java to Jacksonville?
The road trip is about 14.5 miles (23.4 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gallatin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.6 miles from Java and 7 miles from Jacksonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.93 one way or $3.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Java and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Jacksonville.
Stop Ideas Near Gallatin
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 Gallatin.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Java and Jacksonville. Straight-line distance: 12.74 mi (20.5 km).
#1 Java
Java is a place in Texas, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.7843400, -95.3202300 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jacksonville
City in Texas, United States
| Population | 14,829 |
| Coordinates | 31.9637800, -95.2705000 |
| Altitude | 159 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 69 North (-95.270615, 31.963735)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 23 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
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 | $3.78 | $1.93 | $3.85 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
| Premium | $4.59 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
| Diesel | $3.99 | $2.04 | $4.07 |
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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