How far is Pace, FL from Gainesville, FL?
The driving distance from Pace, FL to Gainesville, FL is about 334 miles (537.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 296.3 miles (476.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 07m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
County seat of Gadsden County, Florida, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pace and Gainesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pace and Gainesville.
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Start on Caroline Street
12.1 mi · 21 min · Caroline Street
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Turn right
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
2482 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
264.2 mi · 4 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I-75 South: Tampa
1959 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward FL 26: Gainesville, Newberry, Newberry Road
1141 ft · 28 sec
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Turn right onto West Newberry Road
2.4 mi · 5 min · West Newberry Road
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Continue on West University Avenue
3.4 mi · 9 min · West University Avenue
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Turn right onto South Main Street
35 m · 3 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pace and Gainesville.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 10 East
Merge slight left
264 mi · 04h 43m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Pace and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Gainesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pace to Gainesville?
The road trip is about 334 miles (537.6 km) and usually takes 05h 07m 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?
Quincy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 165.7 miles from Pace and 168.3 miles from Gainesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 296.3 miles (476.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:46 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.23 one way or $90.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 104.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Pace and Gainesville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Pace and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Gainesville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pace and Gainesville. Straight-line distance: 296.31 mi (476.87 km).
#1 Pace
Pace is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.5993600, -87.1610800 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gainesville
The third most populous city in Florida.
| Population | 135,004 |
| Coordinates | 29.6516300, -82.3248300 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Main Street (-82.32501, 29.65163)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 538 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.84 | $45.23 | $90.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.31 | $50.81 | $101.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $54.80 | $109.60 |
| Diesel | $5.96 | $70.27 | $140.54 |
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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