How far is Seaside, FL from Jacksonville, FL?
The driving distance from Seaside, FL to Jacksonville, FL is about 308.4 miles (496.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 267.5 miles (430.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 26m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 43m.
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.
The capital of Florida.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seaside and Jacksonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seaside and Jacksonville.
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Start on East County Highway 30A
1.9 mi · 5 min · East County Highway 30A
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Turn right onto County Highway 283
1.7 mi · 4 min · County Highway 283
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Turn left onto US Highway 98 West
1.5 mi · 2 min · US Highway 98 West
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Turn right onto US Highway 331 South
23.8 mi · 31 min · US Highway 331 South
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Tallahassee
2020 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
276.5 mi · 4 hr 58 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South: Jacksonville Beaches, Daytona Beach
2176 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: International Airport, Savannah
1.1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Union Street, Beaver Street
916 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto Union Street
1.2 km · 2 min · 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 Seaside and Jacksonville.
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
276 mi · 04h 58m
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 Seaside and Mostly Sunny near Jacksonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Seaside to Jacksonville?
The road trip is about 308.4 miles (496.4 km) and usually takes 04h 43m 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?
Tallahassee is a useful midpoint, sitting about 154 miles from Seaside and 154.4 miles from Jacksonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 267.5 miles (430.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.9 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 7:34 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $41.75 one way or $83.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 96.8 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Seaside and Jacksonville, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Seaside and Mostly Sunny near Jacksonville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seaside and Jacksonville. Straight-line distance: 267.52 mi (430.53 km).
#1 Seaside
Seaside is a place in Florida, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 30.3210300, -86.1416100 |
| 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: 496 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.83 | $41.75 | $83.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.32 | $47.04 | $94.09 |
| Premium | $4.66 | $50.78 | $101.56 |
| Diesel | $5.94 | $64.70 | $129.39 |
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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