How far is Ponce Inlet, FL from Jacksonville, FL?
The driving distance from Ponce Inlet, FL to Jacksonville, FL is about 105 miles (169 km), with a travel time of about 01h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 35m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ponce Inlet and Jacksonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ponce Inlet and Jacksonville.
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Start on Montrose Avenue
85 m · 16 sec · Montrose Avenue
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Turn right onto Oceanview Avenue
607 ft · 34 sec · Oceanview Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Atlantic Avenue
4.3 mi · 10 min · South Atlantic Avenue
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Turn left onto Dunlawton Boulevard
828 ft · 22 sec · Dunlawton Boulevard
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Continue on Dunlawton Avenue
4.7 mi · 8 min · Dunlawton Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 North: Jacksonville
2446 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left
92.3 mi · 1 hr 41 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 90, US 1, FL 13: Downtown, Main Street, Acosta
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street, Prudential Drive
88 m · 6 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 90, US 1: Main Street, Ocean Street, Newnan Street
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
40 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
37 m · 14 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beaver Street
32 m · 5 sec · Beaver Street
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Turn right
53 m · 13 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right
38 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Union Street
7 m · 1 sec · Union Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Union Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ponce Inlet and Jacksonville.
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 North
Merge slight left
92.3 mi · 01h 41m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Ponce Inlet and 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 Ponce Inlet to Jacksonville?
The road trip is about 105 miles (169 km) and usually takes 01h 47m 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?
Marineland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.4 miles from Ponce Inlet and 52.6 miles from Jacksonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.6 miles (153.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 2:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.39 one way or $30.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 33 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Ponce Inlet and Showers And Thunderstorms near Jacksonville.
Stop Ideas Near Marineland
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ponce Inlet and Jacksonville. Straight-line distance: 95.66 mi (153.95 km).
#1 Ponce Inlet
Town in Volusia County, Florida, United States
| Population | 3,335 |
| Coordinates | 29.0963700, -80.9370000 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: Union Street (-81.655668, 30.332118)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 169 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
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 | $15.39 | $30.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $17.05 | $34.10 |
| Premium | $4.90 | $18.16 | $36.33 |
| Diesel | $4.35 | $16.14 | $32.28 |
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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